Professional Squirrel Control Services Across Gloucester
Squirrels And UK Law
There are 2 squirrel species found in the UK. Native red squirrels are small, reddish-brown squirrels with tufted ears. Unfortunately, in 1876 grey squirrels were introduced to populate the grounds of stately homes.
Because they carry Squirrel Pox and are highly aggressive, grey squirrels decimated the population of red squirrels, and are the more common species now found in the UK. This invasive alien species soon became more prevalent than their native counterpart. They also cause issues to other native species and habitats.
As a result, grey squirrels are classed as pests under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, while red squirrels are a protected species. By law, you cannot release grey squirrels, so if caught they need to be humanely dispatched. To ensure you carry out legal, humane and effective squirrel control, you need expert support from Arrest The Pest. Covering Gloucester and the surrounding area, we have the expertise needed to ensure you’re compliant with all legal requirements and remove squirrels effectively. To book professional squirrel control you can trust, call 07766083234 today.
Signs Of A Squirrel Infestation
Squirrels are large rodents, so they’re usually easy to notice and identify. However, they are also adept at hiding, and when you can only hear them, you may mistake them for rats or mice. Thankfully, there are some other signs of squirrel activity, including:
- Squirrel Droppings: Large, cylindrical pellets, that are dark brown in colour and often have bits of undigested food in them, squirrel droppings are a clear sign of a squirrel infestation.
- Property Damage: Damage such as claw or tooth marks, or shredded loft insulation, could indicate the presence of squirrels.
- Noises: Squirrels are large rodents, so listen out for scratching noises or thumping sounds coming from your loft space.
If you think you have squirrels or other rodents in your property, you need to book professional pest control services. Contact us to reduce the chances of lasting property damage and serious health risks.
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As soon as you see signs of a squirrel inside your home, you need to act quickly. Squirrels can be highly destructive. Like all rodents, squirrels have teeth that never stop growing, and need to gnaw regularly to keep them down. This can cause considerable damage to furniture and structural damage to your property.
Squirrels also carry diseases, including Salmonella, Tularemia, and Leptospirosis. Squirrel droppings and urine can cause a bad smell in your space and make it unhygienic. If they use their sharp claws to break into kitchen cupboards or pantries, squirrels can contaminate food.
While these issues are bad enough in a home, for businesses they can be even worse. Squirrel sightings on your commercial premises could lead to your business being shut down by the local authorities and cause lasting harm to your reputation.
Thankfully, Arrest The Pest offers domestic and commercial pest control for squirrels across Gloucester. Call 07766083234 to start your journey towards a squirrel-free space.
Squirrel Control FAQs
Can You Release Grey Squirrels Back Into The Wild?
Under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, it is illegal to trap and then release grey squirrels back into the wild in the UK. Keeping squirrels in captivity is also against the law unless you have a license. As such, the only solution is to work with professional pest control providers like Arrest The Pest, who can humanely dispatch grey squirrels and seal entry points to ensure they can’t return.
How Do Squirrels Get Inside Your Property?
Squirrels are agile creatures and often use overhanging tree branches or neighbouring properties to get onto your roof. Once there, they will look for potential access points, such as broken soffits or fascia boards, missing roof tiles or holes in your brickwork. They will then make their way into loft spaces and start building nests.
Will Squirrels Leave On Their Own?
Once they have found shelter and a reliable food source, squirrels are unlikely to leave on their own. In fact, squirrels will use pheromone trails to attract other squirrels and start breeding. As such, it’s important that you’re proactive and book expert squirrel control services as soon as you see signs of squirrel activity.
What Is The Fastest Way To Get Rid Of Squirrels?
The best way to control squirrels is to work with a professional squirrel control provider like Arrest The Pest. Our team have extensive experience dealing with squirrel infestations of all sizes and can provide expert advice and effective squirrel pest control that ensures these destructive rodents can’t return. Contact us to book your squirrel treatment today.