Squirrel Exclusion Services in the Lakes Region and Central New Hampshire
Squirrels can wreak havoc on your home: From gnawing on cables to making nests in your attic, they leave a noticeable trail. In addition to physically damaging your home, the accumulation of squirrel feces and urine in your home can cause significant health hazards.
Squirrels can find their way into your home through multiple entry points using their agility, climbing skills, and smaller size. They can squeeze through small openings, such as gaps in the roofline, vents, or damaged areas of the building. Flying squirrels can enter through an opening the size of your thumb! Chimneys are the largest hole in your roof system and squirrels can enter around the flashing or by heading straight down the flue.
Most houses have numerous natural openings, especially around roof transitions and dormers. Often, no chewing is required for a flying squirrel to gain access to a cozy, rent-free home. Larger squirrels, such as gray and red squirrels, will use these smaller openings and simply chew a more desirable entry hole. Gable end vents are an easy access as they are built to vent air through your roof system and are often only screened with a fiberglass screen to keep insects out. This screen is easily chewed open providing access to a cozy, insulated predator-free home.
Squirrels are generally not harmful to humans, but they are considered a nuisance and are harmful to your property. Squirrels can cause damage to your gardens, landscape, bird feeders, and your house.
When squirrels take up residence in your attic, the insulation can become displaced and compacted. Insulation provides your house with the climate control needed for your comfort and the health of the home in general. Compacted insulation loses its R-value, and displaced insulation can lead to hot or cold spots in your roof and wall system. Heat loss in the roof can lead to ice dams and roof leaks in the winter months. Cold spots in the exterior walls can lead to frozen pipe and water damage.
To reduce the risk of squirrels in your home:
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Seal all entry points.
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Trim trees and branches.
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Secure chimneys and vents.
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Maintain your roof.
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Use squirrel-proof bird feeders.
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Remove fallen fruits, seeds, and nuts from the yard.
Common Squirrels Found in New Hampshire
In New Hampshire, you’ll find a variety of squirrel species, including:
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Eastern Gray Squirrels are the largest squirrel in New Hampshire, weighing between 14 and 21 ounces, on average.
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American Red Squirrels are smaller in size, weighing between seven and nine ounces.
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Flying Squirrels are smaller still, weighing between four and eight ounces.
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Southern Flying Squirrels are the smallest squirrels in New Hampshire, weighing between two and three ounces.
Squirrel Control Treatment Program
Conducting a squirrel treatment service involves a combination of inspection, removal, and prevention strategies.
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Inspection: Our wildlife technician will conduct a thorough inspection of your property to identify squirrel entry points, nesting sites, and the extent of the infestation.
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Removal: Once the entry points are identified, our technician will develop a plan to safely remove the squirrels. This will involve the use of live traps or one-way exclusion devices that allow squirrels to exit but prevent re-entry.
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Exclusion and Repairs: We seal off vulnerable spots to prevent re-entry.
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Cleanup: If squirrels have been in your attic, our technician may recommend cleaning and sanitizing the infected areas. Removing droppings, urine, and nesting materials can help with odor elimination and prevent attracting other pests.
We use several products and materials for squirrel exclusions to prevent re-entry. Hardware cloth or wire mesh, aluminum flashing, copper mesh, caulking, black foam traps, one-way doors, and chimney caps are all commonly used in our exclusions.
Why Choose Alpha Omega Wildlife Control for Squirrel Exclusion Services
Our sister company, Alpha Omega Wildlife Control, was established in 2001. For more than 20 years, Alpha Omega Wildlife Control has served as experts in the humane removal of nuisance animals from New Hampshire homes and businesses. From beginning to end, Alpha Omega’s wildlife control technicians not only remove the critters, but repair the damage, clean up the mess, and prevent the issue from happening again.