Getting Rid of Squirrels: What's the Big Deal?
Why would getting rid of squirrels be on someone's agenda, anyway?
They're cute, furry, and highly entertaining! Their athleticism and acrobatics delight new homeowners who proudly install their first bird feeder and watch with amusement as they begin to appear.
When you begin to see squirrel damage to your home or garden, their antic charms quickly begin to dissipate. Energetic, perky and cute as a button, once they start outnumbering the birds, raiding the feeders, and chewing their way into the attic, they begin to more closely resemble rats with furry tails. The fun is over as quickly as it began...
Squirrels are definitely pests, but they can be dealt with. The more you know about squirrels and their friends the woodchucks, moles and chipmunks, the better chance you've got! There are a few rules of engagement you should know before declaring war on these capable suburban guerillas!
- Know Thine Enemy: In order to know how to rid yourselves of these suburban rodents, your most potent weapon is knowledge! Squirrels are smart and keen problem-solvers...they aren't as easy to get rid of as the occasional field mouse! Squirrel damage can be significant and ongoing.
- Choose Your Weapons: There are countless assorted solutions to squirrel invasions, everything from food-based squirrel repellents to live traps that facilitate removal. There are hundreds of products out there that claim to work in getting rid of squirrels, but very few really do.
- Know When To Call For Reinforcements: Squirrel damage can be extensive and happen quickly. Know when it's time to call wildlife or pest control services. They can help you to address your squirrel problem efficiently and without the stress that it can cause you.Sometimes the squirrel problems are just too much for the
Find information, tips, and ideas to stop squirrel damage in your home without spending a fortune on worthless products. We don't sell them, but we've seen 'em all! Getting rid of squirrels can be a challenge...they are truly the Houdini of the furry four-legged set, so don't feel silly if you think you've tried everything in your power, only to look out your window and see them peeking in at you expectently...
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