Wisconsin has five species of tree squirrels, more species than many other states. Unfortunately, the more squirrels in Wisconsin means more chances of roof and home damage from squirrels for Wisconsin home owners. Here are tips from WaukeshaRoofingWI.net on how to keep squirrels out of your home.
Get Your Roof Inspected Every Year
Squirrels are quick to exploit any crack or hole in your roof to make a nest. Their powerful teeth can even chew a small hole wider. Getting your roof inspected at least once a year gets a jump on squirrels looking for a home. Roofers in Waukesha, WI can spot and quickly repair any damage that your roof incurred throughout the year. Roofs should also be inspected after particularly bad hailstorms.
Keep Trees Trimmed
Trees make excellent jumping off platforms for squirrels. They can jump several feet from a tree branch onto your roof or the side of your home. Remove the chances of a squirrel jumping from a tree to your home by pruning trees or large bushes so that they are 6 to 10 feet away from any part of your home. If you have clinging ivy running up the sides of your home, get it removed. Some critters like squirrels and mice have been known to use the vines like a mountaineering rope.
Clean Up Bird Feeder Mess
Squirrels love bird feeders. They sometimes wind up eating more of the food you put in them than birds do. Do not make your yard attractive to squirrels by leaving the spillage from bird feeders on the ground. Clean it up every day.
Get Your Chimney Capped
Capping your chimney is a great way to make sure no animal or bird gets into your chimney. Get your chimney inspected to make sure nothing is living in it and then get it capped by a professional. Some roofers in Waukesha, WI are also able to cap your chimney.
Cover Attic Vents
Squirrels have been known to get into a house through the attic vents. Get these vents covered with half inch hardwire cloth. This will still give your attic some circulation but will make openings small enough to keep the squirrels out.
