As spring arrives, it brings blooming flowers and warmer weather, but unfortunately, it also signals the return of squirrels. While these furry creatures may seem harmless, squirrels can cause significant damage to your Victoria home. From chewing through electrical wires to damaging your roof, squirrels can create costly and hazardous situations if left unchecked. That’s why it’s essential to take steps to protect your home from these intruders. 

In this blog post, our Skedaddle experts provide you with valuable tips on squirrel removal in Victoria and how to deter squirrels from entering your home. No one wants to deal with squirrels in their house, so read on to learn how to avoid an infestation of these cute but potentially dangerous creatures.

Spring Cleaning Tips to Discourage Squirrel Invasions 

Cleaning Your Exterior Area: Any leftover food, opened garbage bins or bird feeders can attract these nimble climbers. To minimize their presence, ensure that your outdoor area remains clean and devoid of any food sources. This includes securing your garbage bins and removing any bird feeders. 

Trimming Overhanging Branches: These energetic rodents can leap from nearby branches onto the roof of your house. By cutting down overhanging branches, you limit their access to your home and reduce the chances of them setting up a nest. 

Consider the state of your roof: A damaged roof is an invitation for these nimble climbers. Repair any loose shingles, seal holes and crevices, and ensure your chimneys have a secure cap. This will discourage the wildlife from invading your home. 

Utilize taste deterrents: Spray non-toxic deterrents on areas that may serve as entrances into your premises. This works to repel these agile climbers who won’t appreciate the new taste to their potential chew spots. 

Maintaining a Clean Outdoor Space 

Keeping your yard clean is a significant step in wildlife prevention. Discard organic waste properly and secure your trash bins. These critters are attracted to food. If your yard is full of food scraps, you’re inviting them to feast. With readily available food sources, these agile creatures will consider your home a prime living location. 

Secure bird feeders or switch to squirrel-proof ones. These acrobatic foragers love easy food sources, and a bird feeder is just that. Removing such enticements will be a strong deterrent against these furry intruders. 

Installing a baffle – a domed device mounted on a pole to block access – can also be an effective method. With nothing to grip, these agile mammals find difficulty in reaching the bird seeds, eventually reducing their frequent visits to your property. 

Trimming Trees and Plants 

Arboreal rodents by nature, these creatures find great joy in jumping from tree to tree. That said, trimming any overhanging branches near your home can significantly reduce their access points. It’s advisable to maintain a distance of at least 1.5 meters between your dwelling and the nearest tree branches or shrubs. 

Identifying Unwanted Guests: Squirrel Signs to Look Out For  

Exterior property damage: One of the easiest ways to know you have a squirrel problem is by spotting signs of damage outside of your home. These nimble climbers can leave marks on your wooden decking and shed, chew through wires, or even create holes in your roofing. If you’re spotting chewed wood or wires, or damage to the exterior of your house, it’s a sign that there could be squirrels nearby. 

Noise from your attic: If you’re hearing scratching, thumping, or rustling noises from your attic – especially during morning or evening – these agile climbers might be the culprits. Squirrels are most active at dawn and dusk and are likely to return to their nest during these times. 

Nesting materials: If you notice any unusual debris like leaves, sticks, or insulation, strategically scattered around your property, you might be dealing with squirrels. Squirrels use these materials to build their nests. 

Unusual droppings: One of the more unpleasant signs of a squirrel presence may be the droppings they leave behind. Squirrel droppings typically look like oblong pellets, often are slightly larger than rat droppings, and are most commonly found in a concentrated location.  

Unusual odours: Squirrels, like other animals, can sometimes leave behind an unpleasant smell. An unusual smell, especially one that reminds you of urine or something musky may indicate that squirrels have invaded your space. The odour can be particularly noticeable in closed spaces like an attic, which are hot spots for squirrel nests. 

Presence of shells or nuts: Squirrels have a particular affinity towards nuts and fruits. If you notice shells from nuts or partially eaten fruits scattered around your yard or near your home, this could be a tell-tale sign of squirrel activity. Keep an eye for acorns, chestnuts, and walnuts, which are favourites among these nimble creatures. 

Strange noise: Another common sign of their activity is the noise they make. The furtive creatures are quite noisy, especially during the day. If you notice unexplained sounds like scratching, scampering, or rustling coming from the attic or the walls, you might have a busy squirrel population in or near your home. 

Call Skedaddle for Squirrel Removal in Victoria 

If your home shows the signs we’ve discussed, or if you want to take preventive moves to safeguard your property against these agile climbers, contact Skedaddle immediately. We have been helping homeowners like you with wildlife control and prevention in Victoria for over three decades. 

Our team of experienced technicians carefully uses a humane approach to handling these woodland creatures, minimizing the stress on them while keeping your home safe. We don’t just remove these animals – we provide comprehensive solutions to ensure they don’t return. We’ll help you squirrel-proof your property, from identifying and sealing potential access points to offering professional advice on prevention strategies. Don’t wait till these creatures turn your property into their playground. Act now to protect your home this spring season. 

Secure Your Home, Save Costs in The Long Run 

Investing in preventative measures against these energetic rodents comes with several long-term benefits. Not only does it protect your property from damage, but it also saves you the cost of expensive repairs or replacements for chewed wires, structures, and damaged roofing. We aim to save you money by ensuring that your Victoria home is secure and these inhabitants are kept out. 

Eliminate Health Risks 

These woodland creatures can pose potential health risks. They are carriers of various diseases and parasites like ticks and fleas which can also infest your property. When Skedaddle handles squirrel removal, we also clean and sanitize your home, eliminating any droppings, urine, or nesting materials possibly left behind. We prioritize your health and safety as we make your home uninhabitable for these creatures. 

Safeguarding Your Home to Keep Wildlife Outside 

You won’t have to worry about these agile rodents taking up residence in your home with Skedaddle’s comprehensive, humane strategies. Our goal is to coexist peacefully with wildlife by keeping your home safe and discouraging squirrels from moving in. With the warmth of spring luring these energetic creatures out, it’s the ideal time to squirrel-proof your Victoria home. 

Take action and protect your home now from squirrel invasions. Contact Skedaddle today for effective, humane wildlife control. You can trust our expertise in acquiring a squirrel-free and safe home this spring. We look forward to ensuring your peaceful cohabitation with nature’s wonders.