What To Do If You Hear Squirrels In Your Loft: A Complete Guide

If you hear squirrels in your attic, it’s important to act quickly - squirrels can chew through wood, wires, and insulation, creating fire hazards and structural damage.

Here’s what to do:

1. Identify That It’s Squirrels

• Sounds: Daytime activity (unlike rats/mice), loud scurrying, thumping, or gnawing.

• Signs:

  • Chewed entry points or fascia boards

  • Droppings larger than mice but smaller than raccoons

  • Nesting materials like leaves, twigs, or insulation piles

  • Odor from urine/feces
    
    

2. Locate Entry Points

• Common access areas:

  • Roof edges and eaves

  • Gable vents and soffits

  • Chimneys

  • Gaps in fascia or siding
    
    

3. Don’t Seal the Attic Yet

• Never seal up holes before confirming all squirrels are gone - trapped squirrels can cause even more damage trying to escape.

• Check for babies: Squirrel nests may have pups, especially in spring and fall.
  
  

4. Evict the Squirrels

• One-way exclusion doors: Let squirrels leave but prevent them from re-entering.

• Repellents and noise deterrents (like radios or lights) can encourage them to leave but aren’t always reliable.

• Professional wildlife removal is safest, especially if young are present or access is difficult.
  
  

5. Seal All Entry Points

• After removal, permanently seal all access holes:

  • Use steel mesh, metal flashing, or wood repairs.

  • Trim tree branches at least 6–8 feet from your roof to prevent future access.
    
    

6. Clean and Repair

• Remove nests and droppings (wear gloves and a mask).

• Disinfect the area.

• Inspect insulation - squirrels often tear it up for nesting and contaminate it with waste. Damaged insulation may need professional removal and replacement.
  
  

7. Prevent Future Entry

• Install vent covers and chimney caps.

• Regularly inspect the roof and attic for signs of intrusion.
  
  

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