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Are Squirrels Causing You Problems
Grey squirrels have been a very common pest since they were introduced to the country during the Victorian Era. If you're a
The damages they cause
One of the main risks of having grey squirrels on your property is that they can destroy your home on the inside and outside. Grey squirrels are known to gnaw on electrical wiring, which
Squirrels can enter a home in many ways, including:
- Holes in the roof or eaves
- Under the roof shingles
- Chimneys
- Open attic vents
- Open garage doors
- Unguarded pet doors
If there isn't an easy opening for them to get in through, they will gnaw their way into your home and make holes in the weakest point of your property. This will leave your home open to other pests that can use those holes to enter your property.
Why do Squirrels infest homes?

Foods they eat
In the United States, squirrels primarily eat acorns, but they also eat other nuts, seeds, fruits, and vegetables. In the United Kingdom, squirrels mostly eat hazelnuts, pine nuts, and beech mast. They will also eat other types of nuts, seeds, fruits, and vegetables. They are omnivores, so their diet is not just limited to just fruit and nut. They eat various other food like insects, bird eggs, and even small mammals.
The Reproductive cycle of a grey squirrel
Grey squirrels can have a lot of babies, increasing the population of squirrels on your property. They can have up to six in a litter and have up to two litters a year! The squirrel kits are born in the spring, and they stay with their mom for about eight weeks. After that, the kittens will fend for themselves. Therefore, it is imperative to contact Prestolee Squirrel Trapping if you have a grey squirrel problem.
As you can see, it is crucial to choose a qualified pest control company when dealing with the infestation of squirrels. DIY
