Squirrels in Ontario seem to enjoy bird seed which is a problem if you like to leave treats out for birds in the area. The squires scare away birds, finish the bird food and may venture to destroy your outdoor wooden furniture. Fortunately, this is a problem that you can resolve with relative ease.
Once squirrels invade your home, catching them becomes a top priority. They can wreak havoc and cause damages that can prove financially burdensome. Imagine having to replace insulation, wiring, and wooden support beams up in your attic. It is not a fun task, nor is it a cheap one. Fortunately, there are a couple of …
Humane eviction is the best way to deal with squirrels in your house. This method relies on a one-way door that allows the squirrels to leave their den but blocks them from coming back in. A one-way door looks more like a trap or cage than an actual door. The contraption is made from thick …
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Squirrel removal in Ontario can be a tough job even for professionals. These animals are sleek, intelligent and determined. Most experts prefer humane eviction or exclusion to trapping. In fact, few wildlife removal experts will trap wildlife unless it is absolutely necessary. The exact steps for the exclusion may vary slightly depending where in the …
A question on many peoples’ mind is whether squirrels hibernate in winter. Most of these critters do not hibernate and instead spend most of their time in their nests when they would otherwise be active. A few species such as the thirteen-lined ground squirrels hibernate for up to six months.
Squirrels can fit through a hole about 1 ½ inch wide so their options of entering the average house are almost exponential. The best way to keep squirrels out of your house in Richmond Hill is to find all potential entry points and seal them with galvanized steel mesh and metal flashing. There are the …
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The quick answer to whether squirrels in Canada can chew through to get into the attic is; Yes, although the animals prefer existing holes and will get in through these if available. Common examples include gaps under the eves and missing vent screens.
Black squirrels are fairly uncommon in some parts of Canada causing many people to wonder where they come from. The short answer is black squirrels originate from the same place grey squirrels do; they are indigenous to the Americas, Africa and Eurasia. The black squirrel is actually the eastern gray squirrel, but with melanism, which …
Pitter-patter, pitter-patter. If you hear that sound, the sound of animal feet above your head in the attic, or behind your walls, it is not a good sign. Squirrels are opportunistic creatures who often take up residence within your home. They find your home to be an appropriate shelter where they can build their nest, …
Squirrels in your attic are definitely a nuisance and may feel like an invasion on your property but consider this; the rising human population has caused people to invade what was originally wildlife habitat. Wildlife such as squirrels still needs to find food and shelter so it is inevitable that they will come into contact …
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