If you've never dealt with a squirrel problem before, it helps to know roughly what a proper job involves before you book one. Squirrel control isn't a single visit where an animal is simply caught and that's the end of it — it's a process, and understanding the stages helps set the right expectations for your Twyford property.
Initial inspection and removal
The first step is a thorough look at the loft and roofline to confirm it's genuinely squirrels (rather than rats or birds), assess the level of activity, and identify how they're getting in. This inspection is also when we look for signs of nesting, existing damage to insulation or timber, and any indication of cabling that may have been affected.
Once activity is confirmed, the removal method is chosen based on what's actually present — the number of squirrels, whether young are involved, and how the loft is accessed. This stage is carried out lawfully and in line with UK wildlife regulations covering grey squirrel control, and typically involves more than one visit to confirm the roof space is genuinely clear rather than assuming it after a single check.
What a typical process includes
- A full inspection of the loft, roofline, soffits and fascias
- Confirmation of species and level of activity before any work begins
- Removal carried out lawfully and appropriately for the situation found
- A follow-up check to confirm the roof space is clear
- An assessment of entry points and whether proofing work is recommended
- Advice on any insulation, timber or wiring damage that needs separate attention
Proofing and follow-up
Once the loft is confirmed clear, attention turns to the entry points that let the squirrels in to begin with. Depending on what's found, this can range from a simple repair to a more involved job covering several sections of roofline. We'll always explain what's needed and why, rather than treating proofing as an automatic add-on to every job.
Because every Twyford property is different — different roof age, different construction, different level of squirrel activity — the exact sequence and number of visits varies. What stays consistent is the approach: confirm, remove, verify, and proof, so the problem is actually solved rather than temporarily interrupted.
If you're dealing with squirrels in your Twyford property, contact Pest Services Berkshire for an inspection and a clear, honest explanation of what your specific job will involve, along with a free quotation.
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