Professional Flying Squirrel Removal and Control
Flying squirrels are a common wildlife pest in Pennsylvania. Flying squirrels are a smaller variety of squirrels that inhabit wooded areas throughout the state. Flying squirrels have some unique characteristics distinguishing them from other varieties of squirrels, including their smaller bodies ( chipmunk size for reference), grey fur, flattened tail, and buff-colored underbelly fur. Another distinguishing characteristic is the webbing of skin between their front and back legs that allows them to glide through the air giving them the nickname “flyers”. This smaller variety of squirrels is also nocturnal, meaning most of their activity is at night.
When flying squirrels get into your home or business they can cause a lot of damage and stress. Seitz Wildlife Services offers flying squirrel removal, keeping your home or business safe and squirrel-free. With years of wildlife control experience, we have effective, reliable, and eco-friendly solutions for your situation.
Why Flying Squirrels Are a Problem
Flying squirrels live in colonies or family groups, usually with 6 or more. They commonly enter our homes and infest the attics, causing a wide variety of problems. They tend to enter our homes through difficult-to-reach locations such as ridge vents, gable vents, soffits, eaves, and chimneys. Common complaints associated with a flying squirrel infestation are scampering, pitter-patter, or scratching noises—mainly at night. Once inside flying squirrels commonly nest in the attic insulation and contaminate the area with their urine and droppings.
- Structural Damage: They chew through insulation, wood, and wiring causing costly repairs and even fire hazards.
- Health Risks: Their droppings and urine can carry diseases and be a health risk to your family or employees.
- Noise Disturbances: Flying squirrels are nocturnal and can be noisy as they move around at night.
If you think you have flying squirrels on your property you need to act fast. Seitz Wildlife Services can help.
Why Seitz Wildlife Services?
A flying squirrel infestation can be a difficult problem to solve due to their small entry point holes and their ability to glide onto the tallest areas of your home. To solve a flying squirrel infestation, we would start with a thorough home inspection to locate all possible entry points. Flying squirrel exclusion typically involves protecting all openings along roof edges, ridge vents, gable vents, chimneys, etc. A properly performed exclusion is the most effective long-term solution to this common pest.
- Experienced Technicians: We know flying squirrel behavior and removal methods.
- Guaranteed: With our full service approach you can be sure your flying squirrel problem will be solved.
- Customer Service: We strive to provide great service with clear communication and fast response times.
- Local: We’re a locally owned and operated company we know the wildlife issues in our area.
Signs of Flying Squirrel Infestation
Not sure if you have flying squirrels? Look for these signs:
- Scratching or scurrying noises at night
- Chewed wires, insulation or wood
- Droppings in the attic or near entry points
- Grease stains or tracks along walls and rooflines
If you see any of these signs don’t wait! Contact Seitz Wildlife Services today for a professional assessment.