About squirrel removal in Athens
Squirrels chew wiring, soffits, and structural wood. They squeeze through openings as small as 1.5 inches. We remove every animal first, then seal with hardware cloth and metal flashing — never plastic or wood, which squirrels chew right through.
What we see most in Athens
Squirrels and bats in new construction, raccoons exploring crawlspaces, and skunks denning under decks and outbuildings near the edges of newer developments.
Where we work: Limestone County · ZIPs 35611, 35613, 35614 · along I-65, I-565, US-72, US-31
What's included
- Attic and wall void removal
- Full entry-point survey
- Heavy-gauge mesh and metal exclusion
- Tree-limb and access-point recommendations
Working a job in Athens is one piece of a bigger picture — squirrels behave the same way across North Alabama, even when entry points differ town to town. For the biology, damage patterns, exclusion approach, and where else we work this species, see our full attic squirrel removal in North Alabama guide.
What you should know about squirrel removal
Biology & Behavior
Eastern gray squirrels enter through openings as small as 1.5 inches. They chew structural wood, electrical wiring, and PVC roof boots, creating fire and water-intrusion risks.
When this happens in Athens
Two birth peaks: late winter (Feb–Mar) and late summer (Aug–Sep). Most attic calls cluster around these windows.
Alabama & Federal Regulations
Gray and fox squirrels are game species in Alabama; nuisance handling is permitted year-round at the property level for damage control.
Disease & Safety Risks
Low direct disease risk; primary concern is structural damage and fire risk from chewed wiring.
Materials We Actually Use
Hardware cloth (1/4" or 1/2"), galvanized metal flashing, stainless screws, replacement wood, fascia and soffit repairs. Never plastic, foam-only, or untreated wood.
Recent customer feedback
★★★★★
"They did a wonderful job! Quickly determined the problem (squirrels building nests in our attic) and worked hard to fix it. Came a few different times to locate every spot they were gaining entry and sealed it up. Also ensured every inch o…"
Danaye Shiplett
★★★★★
"Jim went above and beyond for my raccoon problem! He was prompt, easy to talk to, and didn’t charge an arm and a leg. He fixed the places where the raccoons were getting into my garage on top of correcting the animal problem. I can’t say E…"
Emily Sundt