Squirrels in the attic? Hearing running and scratching overhead in the morning or evening? We remove them humanely, seal the way they got in, and repair the damage they left behind.
Squirrels look harmless in the yard, but inside a house they cause real damage. They chew through fascia, soffits and vents to get in, tear up attic insulation to build nests, and gnaw on wood and wiring. Once one squirrel finds a way in, others often follow, and a mother squirrel may already be raising young in your attic.
Our squirrel removal covers the whole problem, not just the animal you heard. We inspect the house, remove the squirrels humanely, repair the damage, seal every entry point, restore the attic if needed, and back the work with our service guarantee.
Signs You Have Squirrels in the Attic
Squirrels are most active in the early morning and the evening, so that is when most people notice them. Watch for:
- Running, scampering or rolling sounds in the attic or walls during the day
- Scratching or chewing noises near the roofline
- Chewed holes in soffits, fascia, roof vents or the corners of the roof
- Shredded insulation or nests made from leaves and insulation
- Droppings and urine stains in the attic
- Chewed wood or wiring
- Squirrels running along the roof or jumping onto it from nearby trees
Want to be sure? Read what a squirrel in the attic sounds like and how to tell if squirrels are nesting in your home. If it might be rats instead, our guide to squirrel vs rat damage in Orlando attics helps you tell the difference.
Why Squirrels Move Into Orlando Homes
To a squirrel, an attic looks a lot like a hollow tree: dry, warm and safe from predators. Mothers look for a protected place to raise their young, and Orlando’s mature oaks and palms put plenty of squirrels within a jump of the roof. You can learn more about their habits on our squirrel facts page.
Why Squirrels Need Fast Attention
Squirrels’ teeth never stop growing, so they chew constantly, including on wood, roofing and electrical wiring. Nests and droppings soil insulation, and the holes they make let in rain and other animals. Our article on common forms of squirrel damage in Orlando shows what to look for.
Why Trapping One Squirrel Is Not Enough
Catching a single squirrel rarely solves the problem; we go to the root of the problem. There may be more squirrels in the attic, and if the entry hole stays open, new squirrels move in. Hence, we clean up the attic and make sure that all the young ones are removed. Lastly, we seal all the entry points.
How Our Squirrel Removal Works
1. Free Home Inspection
A Critter Control® technician checks your roofline, soffits, vents and attic to find where the squirrels are getting in, where they are nesting, and what they have damaged. We then explain what we found and what we recommend. Learn more about our free home inspection.
2. Humane Squirrel Removal
Where it fits the situation, we use one-way exclusion doors that let squirrels leave the attic but not get back in. Read more about humane ways to remove squirrels and our approach to squirrel removal from the attic.
3. Damage Repair
Squirrels often chew straight through fascia boards, soffits and vent screens. We repair those openings and the damage around them so the roofline is sound again. See our work on squirrel attic damage repair in Orlando.
4. Whole-Home Exclusion
Squirrels test a house for weak spots, so sealing only the hole they used invites them to chew a new one. We seal every current and likely entry point on the house with materials made to resist chewing. See how our animal exclusion service keeps animals out for good.
5. Attic Restoration
After squirrels leave, the attic usually needs cleaning. We remove nests, droppings and soiled insulation, sanitize the area and replace the insulation.
6. Ongoing Protection
Our repairs and exclusion work are backed by our service guarantee. If an animal damages, breaches, or bypasses a permanent repair or exclusion device we installed, our Full Home Warranty Package provides a 2-year warranty, renewable annually at a low, fixed cost, we remove the animal and reinforce the repair at no charge to you. Temporary repairs and the items listed as not covered in your service agreement are excluded. Between visits, these tips for squirrel prevention help keep your home squirrel-free.
Where Squirrels Get Into Orlando Homes
Squirrels usually get in high on the house. The spots we repair and seal most often are:
- Roof returns and the corners where roof sections meet
- Soffits and fascia boards, especially where wood is soft or loose
- Gable vents, ridge vents and roof vents
- Gaps along the roofline next to overhanging branches
- Attic fans and chimney openings
Squirrel Removal Across Orange, Seminole and Osceola Counties
Our team is based in Altamonte Springs and serves homes across Orange, Seminole and Osceola counties, including Winter Park, Altamonte Springs, Apopka, Casselberry, Longwood, Oviedo, Winter Springs, Lake Mary, Sanford and Kissimmee. If your town is not listed, call us. We very likely cover it.
How Much Does Squirrel Removal Cost?
Every home is different. The price depends on how many squirrels are involved, how many entry points need repairing and sealing, and whether the attic needs restoring. After the inspection we explain the work and the price before anything starts.
Why Orlando Homeowners Call Critter Control®
- A local team based in Altamonte Springs
- One company for the whole job: inspection, removal, repairs, exclusion and attic restoration
- Humane removal methods
- Repairs and exclusion backed by our service guarantee
- Our Full Home Warranty Package, a 2-year warranty, is renewable annually at a low fixed cost.
Squirrels in the Attic? Call Now.
Call Critter Control® of Greater Orlando at 407-295-7194 or book a free home inspection. We will find how the squirrels are getting in, remove them humanely and seal your home.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will squirrels leave my attic on their own?
Usually not. An attic is warm, dry and safe, and mothers use it to raise their young. Even if one squirrel leaves, the open entry hole lets others move in. Removing them and sealing the house is what solves the problem.
What if there are baby squirrels in the attic?
We check for nests during the inspection. When young are present, we handle them with care so they can be reunited with their mother outside your home, rather than leaving them behind in the attic.
How long does squirrel removal take?
It depends on how many squirrels are involved, how many entry points the house has and how much repair work is needed. After the inspection we give you a plan and a timeline for your home.
Do you repair the damage squirrels cause?
Yes. We repair chewed fascia, soffits and vents, seal every entry point with whole-home exclusion, and restore the attic when insulation has been soiled.
What happens if squirrels get back in after you seal my home?
Our repairs and exclusion work are backed by our service guarantee. If an animal damages, breaches, or bypasses a permanent repair or exclusion device we installed, our Full Home Warranty Package provides a 2-year warranty, renewable annually at a low, fixed cost, we remove the animal and reinforce the repair at no charge to you. Temporary repairs and the items listed as not covered in your service agreement are excluded.
Do you serve my area?
We serve homes across Orange, Seminole and Osceola counties, including Orlando, Altamonte Springs, Oviedo, Winter Springs, Lake Mary and Kissimmee. Call 407-295-7194 to check your address.
