They might be cute, but squirrels can destroy healthy trees, unpack all the Christmas decorations in your attic, turn your insulation into confetti and renovate your home’s siding. Many people recognize a squirrel problem and get professional pest control involved before things get out of hand, but some homeowners aren’t so lucky. If you think our hearty Texas squirrels are causing big problems, take a moment to discover what others have endured.
Furry-Tailed Bumps in the Night
If you’ve ever heard footsteps in your attic or unexplained noises that make your blood run cold, you may just have a squirrel, a rat or a mouse in your attic. Acoustics in open spaces can magnify and alter simple noises to make them sound complex and alarmingly unearthly. Paranormal investigators often trace the origins of weird noises to the nocturnal movement of rodents. Professional ghost hunters may find that your eerie footsteps turn out to be the sound of a squirrel pushing nuts across your attic floor. Whether they find a ghost or a live pest, you still have to pay any applicable fees.
A Nightmare from Across the Pond
A UK homeowner was awakened one morning to find that a grey squirrel had destroyed her home overnight. The confused and agitated animal fell down her chimney. It then proceeded to soil everything in its path and claw and bite its way through her carpet, curtains, furniture and even her window frames. The 64-year-old magistrate was left with a ~$10,000 repair bill.
Shocking Squirrel Experiences
Homeowners aren’t the only ones who battle squirrel damage. Every year, electric companies across America spend millions of dollars to repair damaged power lines caused by squirrels chewing them to see if they’re edible. This obnoxious behavior leaves families without power, and it can also set off dangerous sparks that cause fires and serious burn injuries. The animals may suffer painful electrocution themselves because of this habit, but so far, they don’t seem to have realized that biting through live power lines isn’t a wise dinner plan.
ABC Helps You Put a Stop to Squirrel Mayhem
If squirrels or other rodents are vandalizing your San Antonio home or yard, our highly trained rodent control specialists are ready to help. We can identify the problem, seal and close all entry and exit sites, install traps and help you make your home less attractive to pests. Let our years of experience and expertise protect your valuable property from the extensive damage uninvited furry visitors bring. Contact us today for a free estimate.