Torquay Squirrel Control

Squirrels are a frequent woodland rodent in the United Kingdom. There are two main types that reside in the United Kingdom, the grey squirrel and the red squirrel. The red squirrel is a native species and is protected by law as its numbers in the United Kingdom are incredibly low. The grey squirrel is a non-native species which is regarded as to blame 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 controlled by many different pest control methods. Either live catch or snap traps can be used, although it is unlawful to release any captured grey squirrels as they are pests and may damage the local environment. Any caught live grey squirrels must be killed humanely. These traps must be placed 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 performed carefully to make sure that no young squirrels are trapped in a nest.

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