Chislehurst Squirrel Control

Squirrels are a widespread woodland rodent in the United Kingdom. There are two main types that live in the United Kingdom, the grey squirrel and the red squirrel. The red squirrel is a native species and is also protected legally as its numbers in the UK are incredibly low. The grey squirrel is a non-native species which is regarded as the reason for the drop in numbers of the red squirrel as it threatens their territory and food sources. Grey squirrels are considered to be pests and can cause problems if they nest inside homes or other properties.

Squirrels can be managed by a variety of pest control methods. Either live catch or snap traps can be utilised, although it is against the law to release any captured grey squirrels because they are pests and can harm the local environment. Any trapped live grey squirrels must be killed humanely. These traps must be set in such a way as not to cause harm to other wildlife. The most effective way to handle a squirrel infestation in your house is to block their access, although this must be done carefully to ensure no young squirrels are trapped in a nest.

Qualified pest control companies can survey the location and perform a pest control program which will not harm any other species in an area. They’ll also be able to advise you of the most effective way to block any access routes that the squirrels are using to enter your house.