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.
Learn more about squirrels activity, signs, risks, and prevention in North Alabama — biology, damage patterns, seasonality, and where we work each species.
Most pest companies set bait stations and walk away. Wildlife is different — it requires understanding animal behavior, building construction, and federal/state regulations on protected species. After forty years, we know which entry points the next mother will find before she finds it.
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.
Two birth peaks: late winter (Feb–Mar) and late summer (Aug–Sep). Most attic calls cluster around these windows.
Gray and fox squirrels are game species in Alabama; nuisance handling is permitted year-round at the property level for damage control.
See our full guide to Alabama wildlife removal regulations for the legal framework that governs this work.
Low direct disease risk; primary concern is structural damage and fire risk from chewed wiring.
When contamination is involved, see our attic restoration process — that's how we leave the space safe to live with.
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.
Curious why we use what we use? Our licensing & credentials page explains the NWCOA standards we work to.
We run squirrel removal jobs across North Alabama. The towns below see this service most often — pick your nearest for local context.
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"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…"
We handle squirrels, raccoons, bats, skunks, snakes, birds, moles, armadillos, and other nuisance wildlife common to Alabama homes.
Yes. All removal methods are humane and designed to safely evict animals without unnecessary harm whenever possible.
Yes. We locate and seal entry points to prevent animals from returning after removal.
Absolutely. Attics and crawlspaces are common nesting areas, and we specialize in safely removing wildlife from these spaces.
Avoid disturbing the area and call us right away. Scratching sounds often indicate squirrels, raccoons, or bats.
Yes. We offer cleanup and sanitation services to remove droppings, nesting materials, and contaminated insulation.
Watch for scratching in walls at dawn, scampering above the ceiling, and chewed soffit corners. Common pattern: chewed wiring.
Watch for scratching in walls at dawn, scampering above the ceiling, and chewed soffit corners.
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Watch for snake spotted on patio or deck, shed skin near foundation, and snake under stored items.
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