Squirrels: Information and advice

How to identify them 

• Squirrels are mainly a inhabitant of broadleaved and mixed woodlands they are also a common resident of urban parks and gardens.
• They frequently enter domestic roof spaces to sleep and hibernate.
• Once inside they chew woodwork, strip insulation from electrical wiring and water pipes, tear up fibreglass insulation and, occasionally, drown in water tanks.
• Grey Squirrels are classed as a pest but their cousin, the Red Squirrel is a protected species due to their rarity.

How are they treated? 

Residential

For the treatment of squirrels our Pest Management Service will carry out a survey of your property, if there is evidence of activity, will treat using a specific rodenticide that is only available to professional technicians.

Book a treatment (householder)

Commercial 

Businesses should contact the pest control team for more information and to discuss specific requirements.