TREE SQUIRREL

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EASTERN GRAY & FOX SQUIRRELS

 

ACTIVITY
Primarily daytime

 

BREEDING
Winter & late spring–summer

 

LITTER SIZE
2–4 young

 

COMMON ENTRY POINTS

• Roof vents

• Soffits

• Fascia

• Roof openings

• Attic vents

 

COMMON DAMAGE

• Wiring

• Insulation

• Roof vents

• Soffits & fascia

• Wood

 

​OUR RECCOMENDATION 

Tree squirrels are skilled climbers and can take advantage of deteriorated or damaged wood around a home to gain access to attics and other enclosed areas. Once inside, they can damage insulation, wiring, and structural materials, while leaving droppings and nesting material behind.

 

Squirrel activity in an attic is often most noticeable during the early morning and evening hours. Once the animal has been removed, damaged or rotting wood should be repaired or replaced promptly to prevent future entry.