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Squirrel Removal Services in Florida: Humane Trapping & Guaranteed Exclusion
In Florida, squirrels are a common sight, often seen throughout the natural landscape. However, when these animals move from your yard into your home—especially your attic—they quickly become one of the most destructive and fire-hazardous pests a homeowner can face. The moment you hear scratching above your ceiling, you need a professional, reliable solution.
Whether you’re in Jacksonville, Tampa, Orlando, or anywhere across Florida, squirrel activity in attics is a growing concern. Turner Pest Control’s licensed wildlife removal specialists provide fast, effective squirrel removal services statewide, helping Florida homeowners protect their homes from structural damage and fire hazards.
Turner Pest Control provides expert squirrel removal services throughout Florida. Our approach safely removes the invaders, eliminates the structural damage they cause, and installs permanent exclusion measures to stop them from returning. We offer the comprehensive squirrel pest control necessary to secure your property for the long term.
The Florida Squirrel Problem: Why They Invade Homes and Attics
Florida's warm climate and abundant trees are an ideal habitat for species like the Eastern Gray Squirrel, driving them to seek secure, dry nesting locations like your attic or wall voids. As rodents, squirrels' teeth grow continuously, forcing them to gnaw constantly—a habit disastrous for your home. Squirrels cause persistent devastation by chewing through everything, which often includes structural wood and vital electrical wiring, leading to compromised structural integrity and severe fire risks. To manage an invasion, homeowners need dedicated squirrel control focused on their unique, destructive habits.
How to Identify a Squirrel Infestation in Your Florida Home
Because squirrels are diurnal (active during the day), you are most likely to hear them in the early morning or late afternoon. Recognizing the signs of an infestation early is the best defense against costly damage:
Audible and Visual Clues Inside the Home
- Noises in the Attic or Walls: The clearest sign is hearing quick, light scampering or scurrying in the ceiling. You may also hear persistent gnawing near wood or electrical wires, or the rolling sound of nuts or acorns.
- Insulation Tunnels: In the attic, look for tunnels pressed down into the insulation. Squirrels create these runways and excavate pockets of insulation to build nests.
- Stains and Droppings: Small, dark pellet droppings and urine stains contaminate the space and can damage the ceiling drywall.
- Odors: A strong, musky odor from urine or, worse, the foul smell of a deceased animal, indicates a severe intrusion.
Evidence on the Exterior and Roof
- Chewed Entry Points: Look for holes roughly the size of a tennis ball chewed into wood fascia, soffits, eaves, or roof vents. Squirrels exploit and widen existing construction gaps.
- Damaged Vents and Chimney Caps: Squirrels frequently chew through aluminum or plastic roof vents to gain access or slip through loose chimney caps.
- Tree Branch Access: Note any branches overhanging the roof. Trimming them back eliminates the easiest bridge squirrels use to access your attic.
If you recognize any of these clues, professional intervention is required for safe and complete squirrel removal from attic spaces before the chewing leads to tragedy.
Health, Fire, and Structural Risks of Squirrels in Florida Homes
While squirrels appear small, the risks they introduce to a Florida home are disproportionately large, primarily due to their gnawing compulsion and nesting habits: Some of these risks include:
Electrical Fires and Structural Damage
The most severe danger is the risk of a house fire. Squirrels frequently chew through electrical wiring, often stripping the protective plastic coating. Exposed wires within insulation are a lethal fire hazard. Beyond fire, structural damage is a certainty. Squirrels routinely chew through:
- Rafters and beams, compromising structural integrity.
- Pipes and ductwork, leading to water damage and reduced HVAC efficiency.
- Fascia and siding, creating new access points for other pests.
Health Concerns and Secondary Pests
Although squirrels are not primary carriers of rabies, their droppings and urine contaminate the air quality and can transmit bacteria. Squirrels also often carry parasites such as fleas, ticks, and mites. When squirrels are removed, these parasites are left behind in the nest, readily seeking new hosts—including your family and pets! Effective squirrel pest removal must include decontamination to eliminate these health hazards.
- Thorough Inspection and Diagnostics: We start with a detailed inspection of your entire property, including the roofline and attic interior, to accurately locate nesting sites, find every subtle entry point, and fully assess the extent of damage to insulation and wiring. This creates a precise squirrel pest control strategy tailored specifically to your home.
- Low-Impact Squirrel Trapping: We use trapping methods that strictly adhere to Florida wildlife guidelines, ensuring we safely and legally remove all squirrels. We take special care to manage families, including mothers and young, for complete relocation away from your property, which is essential for a complete and ethical solution.
- Guaranteed Exclusion Services: This is the long-term solution that prevents recurrence. We use heavy-duty, chew-proof materials (like 16-gauge wire mesh and metal flashing) to seal and reinforce all vulnerabilities permanently. Our professional exclusion work is guaranteed to keep squirrels and other pests out for good, ensuring you never need another squirrel exterminator.
- Restoration and Sanitization: After removal and sealing, we safely remove all contaminated nesting materials, feces, and soiled insulation. We then apply specialized sanitization treatments to eliminate bacteria and parasites, ensuring your attic space is completely clean, healthy, and safe for your family.
How to Prevent Squirrels from Returning to Your Florida Home
While our exclusion services provide the ultimate long-term defense, there are some immediate, proactive steps you can take to make your property less appealing to squirrels:
- Trim All Vegetation: Keep tree branches, bushes, and vines trimmed back at least 6 to 10 feet from your roofline and home exterior. This eliminates the easiest "access bridge" squirrels use to jump onto your roof, gutters, and entry points.
- Secure Food Sources: Squirrels are highly attracted to readily available food. Temporarily remove bird feeders or switch to squirrel-proof designs that prevent easy access to seed. Also, ensure all garden vegetables and fruit are harvested promptly.
- Eliminate Water: Repair leaky exterior faucets and ensure standing water is removed from containers. Like all wildlife, squirrels seek convenient water sources, and eliminating these can reduce their loitering near your home.
- Use Heavy-Duty Barriers: If you must store pet food, seasonal decorations, or other items outside, use containers made of metal or heavy plastic. Squirrels can easily chew through cardboard, flimsy wood, and light plastic to access potential nesting materials or food items.
Schedule Your Squirrel Removal Service Today
Don't let the subtle scurrying in your attic turn into a major fire hazard or expensive repair bill. Due to their persistent chewing, squirrels are one of the most dangerous pests to ignore. Trust the professional, four-step comprehensive squirrel removal service provided by our team at Turner Pest Control—the leading squirrel exterminator in Florida. We provide the expertise needed for full squirrel control and long-term protection.
Fill out our online form to schedule your free inspection and ensure lasting squirrel control, or give us a call at 800-225-5305.
Squirrel Removal in Florida FAQs
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How much does squirrel removal cost?
The cost of squirrel removal services varies widely based on several factors, as every home situation is unique. Pricing depends heavily on the location of the infestation (attic, walls, chimney), the number of squirrels needing removal, and the extent of damage to insulation and wiring. Costs also cover the necessary professional exclusion and sealing to prevent re-entry, which is the most expensive and important part of the job. Turner Pest Control provides a free, no-obligation inspection to assess the problem thoroughly and give you an accurate, customized quote for complete squirrel pest removal and guaranteed protection.
What do exterminators do to get rid of squirrels?
Turner’s professional squirrel exclusion and removal service uses a comprehensive, four-step process:
- Detailed Inspection: We thoroughly inspect your home to locate all entry points, nesting sites, and evaluate the extent of damage caused by the squirrels.
- Responsible Removal Practices: We use low-impact trapping and removal methods, compliant with Florida law, to safely evict all animals and their young.
- Permanent Exclusion: We implement guaranteed exclusion work, sealing all access points with heavy-duty, chew-proof materials to prevent future entry.
- Sanitization and Restoration: We sanitize and restore the damaged area, eliminating biohazards like droppings and parasites, ensuring long-term squirrel control.
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How do I get squirrels out of my attic?
The safest and most effective way to address squirrel removal from attic spaces is to call professionals like Turner Pest Control. Never attempt DIY trapping, which can be dangerous and illegal, or try to seal the entry point yourself, which could trap squirrels inside the structure. Our experts safely remove the animals and their young using licensed and compliant trapping methods. After eviction, we seal all entry points and install robust exclusion materials—like metal flashing or wire mesh—to ensure permanent squirrel pest control that keeps your attic secure for good.
How can I get rid of nuisance squirrels?
To get rid of nuisance squirrels, you must remove their incentive to stay and access your home. Start with proactive deterrence: keep tree limbs trimmed 6-10 feet from your roof and remove food sources like bird feeders. If squirrels have already accessed your structure, professional squirrel removal is necessary. Turner's guaranteed exclusion services are the only way to physically and permanently block their access, transforming your home from a warm den back into a secure, squirrel-free environment that prevents future, costly invasions.