Squirrel Control Bishops Stortford
24 Hour Pest Control
We provide Squirrel Control in Bishops Stortford with over 30 years experience in the pest control industry. Our technicians can quickly identify a squirrel problem and recommend the best treatment plan to remove the unwanted pests.
A common pest, grey squirrels can be very destructive causing damage that could cost thousands of pounds to domestic and commercial properties.
They generally enter a property via the roof space and once inside they chew woodwork, strip away insulation from electric wiring, damage water pipes and contaminate water tanks with urine or droppings. Grey squirrels are able to squeeze through the smallest of holes around the fascia's or roof tiles to enter the property.
If you need help with squirrel control in Bishops Stortford, contact us today for a free no obligation quotation.
Our Treatment Programme
Our technician will thoroughly assess the premises to understand the severity of the problem and will discuss the recommended treatment approach with you.
To remove squirrels we use humane traps. It is not possible to return them back to the wild because they will just return to the property. We will also check for any damage to electrical wiring and advise that a qualified electrician is contacted to assess the damage.
When treatments are completed our technician will provide a report including details on what treatments have been used and recommendations to help prevent further infestations.
Squirrel Control Facts
Grey squirrels were first introduced to the UK in the 1870's from North America, this continued until the 1930's when it became illegal to release grey squirrels into the wild.
A squirrels front teeth never stop growing which means they must keep gnawing to keep their teeth at the correct length. They will put on extra weight to stay warm during the winter and are very acrobatic, intelligent and adaptable.
Newborn squirrels are only an inch long and have an average life expectancy of 6 years. Females of 2 years or older can bear one or two litters a year with between 1 and 9 babies in each litter.
Problems Caused by Squirrels
If squirrels enter your property their need to constantly gnaw means they can cause a lot of damage to wood, insulation, electrical wiring, pretty much anything. This can result in thousands of pounds worth of damage and risks of electrical fires.