The grey squirrel was introduced to this country between1876 and 1929.
Were do they live?
Grey squirrels mainly reside woodland areas but are a common resident of urban areas were it lives in parks and gardens and wherever there are trees and a source of food. Occasionally squirrels will enter roof spaces of houses and other buildings by climbing the walls or jumping from nearby trees.
Do squirrels cause harm?
Generally squirrels are not a threat to humans, but the damage caused by them once they have entered a roof space can be expensive to rectify. Squirrels are known to chew woodwork and ceilings, strip the insulation from electrical wires, and tear up loft insulation.
How do I know if I have squirrels?
Squirrels nesting in your attic will make scratching noises which can be heard during the day and at night time. Visible signs include torn loft insulation, chewed wires and squirrel droppings, which vary in shape and colour depending on the diet, and are spherical, similar to those of rats.
Call Masons Pest Control now for free advice on grey squirrels, or to book a qualified pest control technician to deal with your squirrel problem quickly and safely.
