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By Dave L. Weglin


Squirrels can become troublesome to homeowners once the population of these creatures reaches a certain point in residential neighborhoods. They can be destructive to both homes and the vegetation on one's property. Some of the damage caused by squirrels is not only expensive to fix but also hazardous. Contacting a reliable Atlanta squirrel removal company is the best way to ensure that they unwelcome guests move on safely.

When squirrels rapidly grow in numbers they will start causing problems for their human neighbors such as digging up vegetable gardens and lawns, gnawing the bark off trees, and even finding their way into the attics of houses. Their presence in the home can pose a serious threat to safety once they start chewing at wires and components of the heating and cooling systems, and the noises they make can be rather disturbing.

There are several signs homeowners can watch for which may indicate the presence of a squirrel infestation. When these animals are living in an area, they will be seen on rooftops, utility lines, or entering chimneys or vents of a house. They build nests in trees and eaves, chew bark off trees, dig holes in the lawn, and leave droppings around. Sometimes a hole chewed into the side of one's home will even be visible as evidence.

Homeowners who are certain that squirrels have invaded need to seek the assistance of a company which specializes in capturing and relocating these creatures and preventing their re-entry. A consultant will carefully assess the house and pinpoint all places of entry, then they will repair each of these.

The creatures may also be shut out using cages that feature one-way doors strategically placed at all points of entry, squirrels can only leave to the outside, but will not be able to enter the home. It may also be necessary to execute some "habitat modification" measures to deter the animals, such as removing bird feeders and cutting away low limbs that permit easy access to the roof.

Some pest management companies will also use traps to capture the squirrels so they can be relocated. There are certain state and municipal wildlife control regulations which must be followed where trapping is concerned, so it is best handled only by professionals who are familiar with these laws and know how to handle the animals so no one get harmed.

Homeowners may also use devices designed to scare the creatures off, but squirrels eventually become accustomed to them and are no longer afraid. Repellents made for deterring squirrels offer some success in keeping them away, but they must be used properly to work, and are best administered by a professional service in order to be effective.




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