Welcome to Squirrel Control Chelmsford We can help with all your Squirrel Control Problems.
Pest Control Chelmsford are committed to providing a Squirrel Control and prevention service in Chelmsford which is efficient, dependable and a safe working environment for our customer whilst complying with legislative requirements.
We have gained many customers through recommendations over the years, both from the commercial and domestic market.
St George’s Pest Control Ltd is a member of the BPCA (British Pest Control Association) and has several accreditations including CHAS, Constructionline, Safecontractor, CSCS and have been approved by the Essex County Council – Buy with Confidence scheme.
For all your Squirrel Control Problems and for a Squirrel Control Quote please contact us on 01245 327 274
Squirrels
The grey squirrel is commonly found in parks and gardens and is active during the day time, mainly at dusk and dawn.
Predominantly grey with a slight brownish colour, white underside and large bushy tail, an adult squirrel weighs between 400 and 600grams and is approx 30 to 40cms in length.
Squirrels are often considered a pest when they enter domestic roof spaces and buildings. Once inside they can cause damage by chewing electrical wires, loft insulation and woodwork.
The squirrel makes a nest of twigs, leaves and grass, which is called a drey. The female squirrel has 2 litters of 3 to 4 young each year around March and July. The young leave the nest at 10 weeks old.
A squirrel’s diet consists of nuts, fruits, berries and tree bark. The squirrel hoards its food by burying it for later recovery, retrieving within hours or days for re-burial in a more secure site.
Their food burying habits can be destructive in your garden by ruining lawns and digging up plants and bulbs.
Our methods of control:
For squirrel removal in lofts and ceiling voids we use kania traps. These traps are the most humane method as it is illegal to catch squirrels in live traps and then release them back into the countryside.
We do not usually recommend removing squirrels from external areas, as with most animals squirrels are territorial. If a squirrel is removed then others will only take over that space.
If you have had squirrels removed from your premises, we would recommend proofing your property to reduce the risk of re-entry of further squirrels.
