Squirrel Removal
Squirrels are a familiar sight across Alberta, but when they move into attics, soffits, garages, or wall cavities, they can cause significant damage. Chewed wiring, insulation contamination, and structural entry points can quickly turn a small problem into a costly repair. If you’re hearing scratching, running, or chewing sounds in your home, trust S.O.S Pest and Wildlife Control for fast, humane, and effective squirrel removal.
Squirrel Assessment Process
When we arrive at your property, we begin with a full inspection of the areas squirrels most commonly invade — attics, soffits, rooflines, garages, wall cavities, and exterior vents. We look for signs such as gnawed entry holes, shredded insulation, droppings, nesting materials, and the distinctive sounds of running or chewing. Because squirrels are agile climbers, we also examine nearby trees, roof access points, and any structural weaknesses they may be exploiting.
Our assessment determines where the squirrels are entering, whether a nest is present, and the level of damage already caused. Once the inspection is complete, we provide a clear quote outlining the recommended removal and prevention plan. Pricing is competitive within the local market and reflects our commitment to safe, humane wildlife management.
Squirrel Removal Services
Squirrels are fast, intelligent, and persistent, so safe removal requires a calm and controlled approach. We use species appropriate humane methods such as one way doors, targeted trapping, or hands on nest removal when babies are present. Our goal is to remove the animals without causing stress or harm while preventing further damage to your home.
Once the squirrels are removed, we inspect the affected areas for contamination, chewed wiring, insulation damage, and secondary entry points. We also monitor the property to ensure no additional squirrels remain inside the structure. Our focus is on resolving the issue fully while respecting the animal and protecting your home.
Squirrel Relocation Services
After humane capture, squirrels are relocated to suitable natural habitat far from residential areas, following Alberta wildlife handling guidelines. Relocation sites are selected based on available food sources, shelter, and safe distance from homes to ensure the animals can continue to thrive.
If young squirrels are present, we reunite the family during relocation to maintain natural behaviour and survival. All relocation practices are ethical, humane, and environmentally responsible.
Squirrel Prevention Tactics
Once the squirrels have been removed, we secure your property to prevent future intrusions. Because squirrels can chew through wood, plastic, and weak metal, prevention focuses on reinforcing vulnerable areas and removing attractants.
Common prevention steps include:
- Repairing and reinforcing soffits, fascia, and roof edges
- Screening attic vents, chimneys, and exterior openings
- Trimming tree branches that provide roof access
- Securing garages, sheds, and wall cavities
- Removing food sources such as birdseed or accessible garbage
- Sealing all entry holes with chew resistant materials
Because squirrels are persistent and highly adaptable, our follow up visits include a thorough re inspection to ensure all vulnerabilities are properly sealed.