Efficient and Friendly Squirrel Removal in Racine
Squirrels, while seemingly harmless, can cause significant damage to Racine homes. Their constant chewing, nesting habits, and potential disease transmission make them unwelcome guests. Ant & Rodent Pest Control Racine offers comprehensive squirrel removal services to humanely and effectively eliminate these pests and prevent future infestations.
- Damage to Property: Squirrels gnaw on electrical wires, insulation, and wooden structures causing costly repairs.
- Nesting in Attics and Walls: Squirrel nests lead to unpleasant odors, attract other pests, and compromise insulation efficiency.
- Health Risks: Squirrels can carry diseases and parasites that pose a threat to your family and pets.
We understand these issues and provide targeted solutions to address your specific squirrel problem. Our expert technicians will thoroughly inspect your property, identify entry points, implement humane removal strategies, and offer preventative measures to safeguard your home.
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Why Choose Us for Squirrel Removal in Racine?
- Experienced Technicians: Our team has years of experience in squirrel removal techniques, ensuring effective and humane solutions.
- Licensed and Insured: We adhere to all state regulations and maintain comprehensive insurance coverage for your protection.
- Humane Removal Methods: We prioritize the well-being of squirrels and employ humane trapping and relocation techniques whenever possible.
- Long-Term Solutions: We don't just remove the squirrels; we identify and seal entry points to prevent future infestations.
- Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed: We stand behind our work and offer a satisfaction guarantee for all our services.
At Ant & Rodent Pest Control Racine, we are committed to providing exceptional service and exceeding your expectations. We believe in treating every customer with respect and integrity. Our goal is to deliver lasting results and ensure your peace of mind, knowing your home is protected from pesky squirrels.
Detailed Squirrel Removal Service
Our squirrel removal service is designed to provide a comprehensive solution to your squirrel problem. We follow a proven process to ensure effective and humane removal, as well as long-term prevention.
Inspection and Assessment
The first step in our process is a thorough inspection of your property. We will examine your attic, roof, walls, and surrounding areas to identify squirrel entry points, nesting sites, and the extent of the infestation. This initial assessment is crucial for developing a targeted removal strategy.
Identifying Entry Points
Squirrels can enter your home through surprisingly small openings. We will meticulously inspect your property to identify potential entry points, such as gaps in siding, loose shingles, and uncapped chimneys.
Locating Nesting Sites
Squirrels typically build nests in attics, walls, and other secluded areas. We will locate these nesting sites to determine the size of the squirrel population and the best approach for removal.
Humane Removal Techniques
Once we have assessed the situation, we will implement humane removal techniques to safely and effectively remove the squirrels from your property. We prioritize the well-being of the animals and avoid using methods that could cause them harm.
Live Trapping
Live trapping is a common method for removing squirrels. We will set traps baited with food that attracts squirrels. Once caught, the squirrels will be relocated to a safe and suitable environment away from your property. We will ensure the traps are checked daily so the squirrels can be moved to the wild by end of day
One-Way Exclusion Doors
One-way exclusion doors allow squirrels to exit your home but prevent them from re-entering. This method is particularly effective when dealing with established infestations. Install the door strategically over identified entry points, enabling the squirrels to leave in search of food or water while blocking their return. Following their departure, we seal the original access points, thus safeguarding your property from future intrusions.
Preventative Measures
Removing the squirrels is only half the battle. To prevent future infestations, we need to seal entry points and implement other preventative measures.
Sealing Entry Points
We will seal all identified entry points with durable materials to prevent squirrels from re-entering your home. This may include repairing damaged siding, replacing loose shingles, and installing chimney caps.
Common sealant includes caulk, wire mesh, siding, and wood to prevent squirrels from getting back into your home. Often, squirrel proofing and repairs can require a variety of different materials that may or may not already be stocked. With our years of experiences, we have the right tools ready to execute at any time.
Habitat Modification
We will recommend modifications to your property to make it less attractive to squirrels. This may include trimming tree branches that overhang your roof, removing bird feeders, and securing garbage cans.
Common Problems Caused by Squirrels
Homeowners often underestimate the damage squirrels can inflict. Understanding the potential problems can help you recognize the need for professional squirrel removal services.
Damaged Wiring
Squirrels have a natural instinct to chew, and electrical wires are a common target. Chewed wires can create fire hazards and cause power outages.
This can be a serious and fatal to not just the house, but also potentially lead to squirrels getting stuck inside the house, with no way of getting out. Squirrels have been known to be trapped inside walls and chimneys, and this isn't ideal to both the homeowner or the squirrel.
Damaged Insulation
Squirrels often tear insulation to create nests, reducing the energy efficiency of your home and increasing your heating and cooling costs.
If your insulation ever gets damage, it will be important not only to remove the squirrels that caused the damage, but also important to make sure you replace the damaged insulation. There are many reasons why insulation is important to the overall well-being of the house and maintaining a sustainable home.
Roof Damage
Squirrels can damage shingles and other roofing materials, leading to leaks and water damage.
Roof damage is a major consideration for homeowners, because it is an important layer the houses can have, as well as the insulation. Squirrels and rodents chewing through those layers is not ideal for the homeowner.
Contamination
Squirrel droppings and urine can contaminate your attic and other areas of your home, posing health risks to your family.
Squirrel contamination can cause many diseases, including those that can be deadly to humans. It will be important to always act and take a proactive stance when it comes to rodents and bugs. Be sure to hire the right professionals to ensure health risks are mitigated.
Noises in Walls
Hearing scratching or scurrying noises in your walls or attic is a clear sign of a squirrel infestation.
There are many sounds that homeowners will hear if squirrels are in the wall. Often squirrels will nest, which means that there's likely babies being born and the sound of scurrying and activity in the walls will be common. Be sure to schedule an inspection ASAP!
Signs You Need Squirrel Removal in Racine
Identifying the signs of a squirrel infestation early can help prevent significant damage to your home.
Visible Squirrel Activity
Seeing squirrels entering or exiting your home is a clear indication of a problem.
While sometimes homeowners will see squirrels on their porches or around their houses, it's not often that they will see them going inside their home. So if you see squirrels going in and around the entrances of your home, call a squirrel removal company immediately!
Droppings and Urine
Finding squirrel droppings or urine in your attic or other areas of your home is a sign of an infestation.
The visual of seeing dropping is a surefire sign that squirrels are in your home somehow, and this needs to be taken care of immediately. As mentioned earlier, squirrel dropping can lead to potential health risks and issues.
Nests in Attic
Discovering nests made of insulation, leaves, or other materials in your attic is a clear sign of squirrel activity.
Nests will be easy to see for pest control professionals and are very clear that squirrels are being nested. We know the common spots where they will be nesting and have a keen eye for seeing them right away.
Chewed Wires
Finding chewed wires during electrical work or home repairs is a sign of a squirrel infestation.
Chewed wires can create dangerous situations, so it's important to identify them immediately. Call pest control to take a look and mitigate any potential problems from squirrels.
Damaged Food Storage
Squirrels will often get into food and contaminate the food you consume.
This is not only unsafe and unhealthy, but also can become an increased cost. Squirrels are actively looking to enter homes to find food and nesting. By calling us today, you'll mitigate all the problems that squirrels commonly introduce to homeowners.
Frequently Asked Questions about Squirrel Removal in Racine
Here are some commonly asked questions about squirrel removal services.
How much does squirrel removal cost?
The cost of squirrel removal varies depending on the severity of the infestation, the size of your home, and the removal techniques used. We offer free inspections and can provide you with a detailed estimate.
Is squirrel removal humane?
Yes, we prioritize humane removal techniques. We use live trapping and one-way exclusion doors to safely remove squirrels without causing them harm.
How do you prevent squirrels from coming back?
We seal entry points, recommend habitat modifications, and offer preventative treatments to keep squirrels from returning to your property.
How long does the squirrel removal process take?
The duration of the squirrel removal process depends on the size of the infestation and the complexity of your home. Most removals can be completed within a few days to a week.
Of course, after the squirrel process is complete, you can count on our professional teams to do all the work, repair any damages that can occur, and create a secure and safe home for you and your family. Our goal is to ensure every homeowner can trust us, and have us for the long-term.
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Don't let squirrels damage your home and put your family at risk. Contact Ant & Rodent Pest Control Racine today for a free inspection and comprehensive squirrel removal services. Our experienced technicians will safely and effectively eliminate squirrels and prevent future infestations.
Call us now at (414) 361-2833 to schedule your inspection and take the first step towards a squirrel-free home.
We are confident in our methods and will provide you with the peace of mind you desperately need! Act now and let our team help!