Advice
Grey Squirrels in the Loft or Roof Space
Grey squirrels can move into a loft to nest and chew, and because of the damage and welfare issues involved, professional help is usually the safest route.
Read the guide →We begin with a survey to confirm what is there and how it got in. We then agree the plan with you, deal with the animals lawfully and humanely, and seal the roofline against a repeat.
Town streets with countryside on the doorstep
Newton Abbot has a mix of older terraces, newer estates, shops and light industry, and open farmland around its edges. That blend suits squirrels, which move along hedgerows and garden trees and then step onto a roof. Newer estates can have tidy-looking roofs with small gaps at the verge or eaves, while older terraces often have worn timber.
The usual signs are noise at dawn and dusk, gnawed fascias, torn insulation and a rounded nest of leaves and twigs. Squirrels will also chew cables and pipework in the loft, so it is better to deal with them promptly than to wait and see.
How we remove squirrels
After the survey, we use humane live-capture and other lawful methods. Grey squirrels are covered by rules on how they can be caught and dealt with, and our technician takes care of those requirements so that you are not left worrying about them. Traps are positioned carefully and checked as agreed.
Removal is followed by proofing. In Newton Abbot homes we close the entry point, cover vulnerable gaps and check the wider roofline for anywhere else squirrels could try. We also give advice on cleaning up the loft, since droppings and old nesting material can spread germs and attract other pests.
Farm buildings, units and outbuildings
Barns, workshops, trade units and storage buildings around TQ12 can have the same issue, with squirrels nesting in roof voids and chewing wiring. We can survey commercial and agricultural premises as readily as houses. We also cover Teignmouth, Shaldon and Totnes, so if you are on the edge of Newton Abbot, give us a call and we will talk it through.
Frequently asked questions
Can squirrels damage a shed or garage in Newton Abbot?
Yes. They will nest in sheds and garage roofs, and chew wood, wiring and stored items. We can survey outbuildings in the same way as a house, then deal with the animals and block the access points.
Why do squirrels keep coming back after being removed?
Usually because the entry point was not sealed, or another gap exists nearby. A roof that smells of earlier nesting can also draw new animals. Proofing the roofline properly is what stops the cycle.
Do you treat squirrels at commercial premises near Newton Abbot?
Yes. We work with shops, light industrial units and farms. We survey the roof void, deal with the animals lawfully and proof the building, arranging visits to disrupt your business as little as we can.