Did you know squirrels cause 20,000 house fires every year?
When most people think of house fires, squirrels aren’t what comes to mind. Nevertheless, squirrels are a leading cause of fires in the United States!
So squirrel control is one of the best ways to keep your family safe and sound.
Here’s what you need to know.
Why are squirrels attacking my house in the first place?
When squirrels are looking for a place to raise their young, they look for high, fortified places.
Your attic looks perfect to them.
Once they’re in the attic, they just do what squirrels do. Squirrels dig and chew and build nests. They don’t suddenly lose their instincts because they’re theoretically living in a more civilized environment.
It’s not personal. It’s just squirreliness.
Ways Squirrels Cause Fires
Squirrels can cause fires in the following ways.
- Chewing electrical wires
- Building nests inside of appliances
- Leaving flammable droppings everywhere
As a bonus round, some squirrels also cause house fires by shorting out transformers in the neighborhood.
Is there a way to stop squirrels from chewing on wires?
Stop reaching for the cayenne pepper.
There’s nothing you can sprinkle or spray to keep squirrels from chewing on your wiring. You also don’t want to smear your wiring with a bunch of weird substances. That could cause its own set of problems.
Squirrels are determined little creatures.
The only way to stop squirrels from chewing on the wiring is to get them out of your attic.
Isn’t my attic too hot for squirrels?
If you’re counting on the heat to chase squirrels out of your attic, think again. The squirrels in Houston can typically survive heat in excess of 100℉.
If you’ve heard about the famous squirrel “sploot,” where they stretch themselves out on a cool surface, you can guess they have their methods. If there are holes that let them into the attic, there are holes that let them out too, and they will typically find a shady spot before wandering back inside during the evening.
How to Get Rid of Squirrels
There is no way to DIY squirrel removal. If you want to get these little firebugs out of your attic, you’ll need professional help.
Contact us to schedule a free inspection! We offer humane squirrel removal that protects your family and your property.
