Squirrel Control

The grey squirrel is an invasive, non-indigenous species which can cause significant damage in a very short space of time. They regularly enter loft spaces and roof voids as part of their territorial expansion, seeking suitable places for nest-building (known as a drey). The squirrel will strip wiring and hoard loft insulation as part of their drey-making process.

Squirrels can be controlled in a number of ways, but it must always be within the authorised legal framework of The Spring Trap Approval Order 2012 and The Animal Welfare Act 2006. Any entry-prevention measures must be robust and well positioned.