Why do squirrels chew the siding and fascia of your home? During the breeding season, pregnant females are searching for a cozy place inside your attic to raise their babies. To get in, they only need a space about two inches wide. However, there are other reasons for squirrel chewing behaviour that are unrelated to… Continue reading
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What To Do If There is a Dead Squirrel on Your Durham Property?
Regardless of how you feel about squirrels, it is upsetting to find a dead squirrel on your property. It is also inconvenient because the carcass can present a health hazard, so it has to be disposed of, but handling it yourself is unsafe. Professional squirrel removal can dispose of the carcass properly without exposing you… Continue reading
Where do Squirrels Take Tree Nuts?
Squirrels are cute, playful creatures that are frequently seen in our neighbourhoods throughout the summer months. You probably enjoy seeing the animals frolic in your front yard, and you may have seen them gathering a collection of nuts to carry off. If you are wondering about squirrel behaviour and where they take their tree nuts,… Continue reading
How Do Squirrels Stay Active In The Winter?
During the fall, animals start to prepare for the winter. While birds are travelling south to warmer temperatures, and your pet is growing a thicker coat, squirrels will be getting busy storing their nuts and fattening up to face the cold. Here’s what to know about squirrels and the winter, and why you might need… Continue reading
How Do Squirrels Survive Winter?
Many types of wild animals seek shelter inside human habitations during winter. Of these animals, squirrels can be the most destructive, which may leave you wondering how to get rid of squirrels. While a wild animal in the house is always a concern, a squirrel in the winter can be more of a nuisance because… Continue reading
Second Squirrel Litters: When Do They Arrive?
Squirrels seem to find their way into the tightest places, expertly tucked far away from human hands to give birth. However, homeowners will notice when newborn squirrels have taken up residence alongside them. Squirrels can give birth up to twice a year, and their repeat litters can be not only a nuisance but also cause… Continue reading
Squirrel Babies in a Window Frame
Some people find squirrels cute, while others are a little leery of this furry rodent. No matter where you stand on the pendulum of squirrel opinions, there’s no denying that they are industrious little creatures. They are well-adapted to survive in natural and man-made environments. Their presence is ubiquitous across the globe, thriving on every… Continue reading
Flying Squirrels in North America
Although they’re cute, finding flying squirrels on and around your property may lead to some problems. These nocturnal creatures aren’t as common as some other types of wildlife in North America, but as their population increases, more homeowners are reporting them as a nuisance. Property owners should be aware of some of the troubles that… Continue reading
Here’s Why DIY Squirrel Prevention Methods Aren’t Effective
If you discover a scurry of squirrels living in the attic, chimney or walls, you may be tempted to roll up your sleeves and tackle the problem on your own. Let us stop you right there: DIY squirrel removal is not only ineffective, but it can be dangerous. If you discover a squirrel nest or… Continue reading
Female Squirrels Have Two Gestation Periods
Typically, baby season is associated with the beginning of spring. Our technicians get called out regularly to remove baby animals like squirrels and raccoons from homes but that does not mean our baby rescue work is done in a few weeks. Female squirrels can give birth to two litters during the spring and fall –… Continue reading
Finding Baby Squirrels in Your Attic – Do’s and Don’ts
Canada’s wildlife and human populations often converge whether intentionally or not as they share more and more space. This is why Ontario’s residents must prepare themselves to see these furry little foragers inside their attics. Often baby squirrels will be seen in these spaces and as such great care must be taken when carrying… Continue reading
Debunking Homemade Squirrel Repellents
When squirrels invade, many homeowners take matters into their own hands but this is not advisable. DIY squirrel control is usually dangerous to both squirrels and people and in many instances, they simply do not work. Many people resort to the use of a homemade squirrel repellent but like many store-bought repellents, the results… Continue reading
What To Do If Squirrels Find Their Way Into Your Car Engine?
If you happen to see a squirrel going into the en0gine bay of your car, there is a great chance that you’re witnessing a mother squirrel looking for a safe place to nest. The last thing you want to do is orphan baby squirrels, especially since mother squirrels will have babies both in early spring… Continue reading
Backyard Urban Squirrels: How To Get Rid Of Them For Good
Squirrels are creatures that have adapted well to living in urban environments alongside human neighbors, and while the squirrels may benefit from it, they often cause countless problems for unsuspecting homeowners. When squirrels have gotten inside your home, a professional squirrel removal service for your Milwaukee home is the recommended option to resolve a squirrel problem… Continue reading
Remember When Removing Squirrels, They Often Have Two Litters!
Many people aren’t aware of the fact that female squirrels can actually give birth twice a year: once in the spring and again later in the summer. A litter of babies is one reason why squirrel removal services can get complicated during the birthing season. Understand squirrel biology and their reproductive cycles is important, as… Continue reading
7 Facts About the Backyard Squirrel That May Surprise You
Squirrels are tiny woodland creatures that we all recognize as they live in neighborhoods, moving from tree to tree in search of food. While most people think they may never interact with squirrels personally, the animal actually likes to take up residency in homes, sometimes in the walls or attic. When this happens, animal control… Continue reading
Am I Attracting Squirrels to My Home With Bird Feeders?
Squirrels may seem cute but they are actually pests that can ravage the home. Squirrels can easily squeeze into tight spaces and often call the attics of homes their own. There are certain aspects of a home that call out to squirrels. When you have bird feeders in your yard, you are basically calling squirrels… Continue reading
Useful Guidelines on Eliminating Squirrels From Your Attic
A creature that commonly gains access to the home and makes it their own is a squirrel. Squirrels are known for collecting nuts and living in trees but they also find attic spaces to be quite enjoyable. When you are a home owner, you must be vigilant and learn the signs that a squirrel is… Continue reading
Professional Squirrel Removals
Squirrels are busy creatures that are constantly on the go. They scamper here and there and can run as fast as 25km an hour. Squirrels are known to enter homes and set up nests for families, having babies two times per year, once during the spring time and again in the late summer months. When… Continue reading
Trapping Squirrels Can Increase Their Population
It doesn’t sound like it makes sense. How can trapping squirrels increase their population? I’m taking them away. But, that’s only for the time being. It’s only a little while until other squirrels or similar species move in. Then you’re no better off. Instead of trapping, removing the points of entry to your home are… Continue reading
Blocking the Vent Isn’t the Only Solution to a Squirrel Infestation
Squirrels are one of the most challenging species to remove from your property. They are prevalent in most neighbourhoods and can be very persistent. So, it’s not just as simple as scaring them away. Squirrels become adamant about their home. Once inside your attic they will chew on everything. This is dangerous to your home.… Continue reading
7 Common Entry Points of Squirrels
Any hole, any place, any time a squirrel can get into your home, roof or attic. They scurry around your attic. Build nests. Chew on wood or electrical cables. Cause major damage. Squirrels can make their own holes. Soft materials such as plastic, aluminum or wood are no feat for the small critter with powerful… Continue reading
8 Signs You Have Squirrels in the Attic
Squirrel damage is one of the worst for houses or buildings. The rodent constantly chews. A squirrel’s teeth are always growing so they need to chomp on hard objects to keep them sharp and trim. That’s why we see squirrels munching on sticks, bark or wood. However, if there’s a squirrel infestation in your home… Continue reading
Five Ways to Protect Your Yard From Wildlife
Milton’s wildlife slowly creeps into our yards and parks. Reliable food sources and sources of shelter attract them to our property, tearing up your lawn and chewing on plants. It’s important to keep an eye on your garden and determine regular visitors. Narrow down the species destroying your lawn or plants. Then make a plan… Continue reading
Are Squirrels Nocturnal?
What’s that creeping and crawling in the night? Rustle, rustle, rustle. Stick break, stick break, stick break. Something’s behind you! Well, it’s probably not a squirrel. The backyard acrobat does its tree leaping during the day. They are commonly found in urban areas. So, Burlington residents don’t have to wait until night time to enjoy… Continue reading
Squirrel Chewing Behaviours and How to Keep Them Away
Roofing issues are a common headache for homeowners, but what happens when squirrels and their constant need to chew are the cause of the damage? Why do squirrels chew, you may wonder, and how do they seem to know when a home’s roofing fascia is vulnerable? At Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control, we can not only… Continue reading
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