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Squirrel Pest Control
A squirrel in the garden is fun to watch. One tearing around above the ceiling is a different matter entirely. Once squirrels get into a loft or roof space, the scratching, scampering, and gnawing quickly become hard to live with.
They don't just make noise, they disturb insulation, chew timber, and keep their access routes open. Clear Pest Control provides squirrel control across the North East for homeowners, landlords, tenants, and businesses, checking the activity, dealing with it safely, and helping stop squirrels getting back in.
Signs You May Have a Squirrel Infestation
Squirrels are often heard before they're seen, and the clues are usually louder and higher up than other pests. Because they're active mostly in daylight, the signs can be easier to catch than with nocturnal pests. Watch for these:
Scratching & scampering: fast, heavy movement or rolling sounds above ceilings, often by day or early morning.
Gnaw marks: chewed timber, insulation, stored items, pipework, or wiring as squirrels keep routes open.
Droppings: small dark droppings in lofts, roof voids, garages, or sheds.
Nesting material: leaves, twigs, shredded insulation, or debris gathered in loft and roof spaces.
Want more detail? Read our guide to spotting the early signs of squirrels.
Why Squirrels Come Inside
Squirrels don't come indoors for scraps, they come for a warm, dry, safe place to shelter and nest, especially as the weather turns. A roof space ticks every box. They're drawn by:
Warmth and shelter: lofts and roof voids offer a dry, protected spot away from predators.
Nesting sites: quiet, undisturbed corners are ideal for building nests and raising young.
Easy climbing routes: overhanging branches, fences, and drainpipes lead straight to the roofline.
Open access: damaged soffits, broken tiles, and gaps under eaves make getting in effortless.
Cutting off these routes makes a property far less appealing.
Squirrel Infestation Control Across the North East
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Can DIY Squirrel Control Work?
DIY can backfire with squirrels, especially once they're in the roof, and there's a legal side most people miss.
Blocking too soon: sealing a hole while squirrels are inside can trap animals, or leave young behind, causing more damage.
Trapping and deterrents: quick fixes rarely resolve the access route, so activity returns.
The legal catch: grey squirrels are a non-native species, and their control and release are governed by GOV.UK rules, so professional handling is the safer route.
Where Squirrels Nest and Get In
Squirrels are agile climbers, so trouble usually starts outside and works its way up to the roof. Common areas include:
Nesting spots: loft spaces, roof voids, chimneys, garages, sheds, and wall cavities.
Climbing routes: overhanging branches, fences, drainpipes, and rough brickwork leading to the roofline.
Entry points: damaged soffits, fascias, broken tiles, vents, and gaps under the eaves.
Weak spots: loose panels, pipework gaps, and joins around extensions or older roof edges.
Once a reliable route is found, squirrels tend to keep using it.
The Risks of a Squirrel Infestation
Left alone, squirrels in a roof rarely stay a minor nuisance, and the damage can mount quickly. Consider:
Structural damage: gnawed timber, roof materials, and disturbed insulation across the loft.
Fire risk: chewed electrical wiring is a genuine hazard, not just an inconvenience.
Ongoing disruption: persistent noise above ceilings, plus droppings and mess in the roof space.
Repeat entry: an open access route left unsealed invites the same problem back again.
Hearing scratching or finding gnaw marks in the loft? Contact Clear Pest Control on 0191 829 9920.
When to Call a Professional
When squirrels keep returning, get into the loft, or cause noise and damage above the ceiling, a professional is the clearest next step. Clear Pest Control handles the whole situation, safely and legally.
- Inspection: we check activity signs, entry points, nesting areas, and roof condition.
- Targeted treatment: trapping, monitoring, and control carried out to the right standard and timing.
- Access checks: loft spaces, roof voids, and hidden gaps traced to find how squirrels are getting in.
- Proofing advice: the route is sealed properly once activity is dealt with.
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Prevention After Treatment
Clearing squirrels is only half the job, keeping them out is what makes it last. Timing matters: seal only once activity is dealt with.
- Repair damaged soffits, fascias, tiles, and vents.
- Mesh roof access points with strong, chew-resistant material.
- Cut back branches overhanging the roof.
- Monitor fences, gutters, and rooflines for repeat movement.