Squirrel infestations don't care whether a property is owner-occupied or rented, but the practical side of dealing with one can look quite different depending on which situation you're in. Thatcham has a healthy mix of both, from long-established family homes to a growing number of rental properties, and we deal with squirrel problems in each regularly.
For homeowners
If you own your property, the decision-making is straightforward — you notice the problem, arrange an inspection, and get the work done. The main thing to avoid is delaying once you suspect squirrels are present, since the longer they're in the roof space, the more damage accumulates to insulation, timber and wiring, and the more entrenched any nest becomes.
For landlords
- Squirrel infestations in the roof space are generally a landlord's responsibility to resolve, as part of maintaining the structure and safety of the property
- Wiring damage from squirrels is a particular concern for rental properties, given the safety obligations landlords already have around electrics
- A documented inspection and quotation is useful both for arranging the work and for your own records
- Proofing the roof properly reduces the chance of the same issue recurring with future tenants
For tenants
If you're renting in Thatcham and you suspect squirrels in the loft, report it to your landlord or letting agent promptly. Daytime noise in the roof space, an unpleasant smell, or staining on ceilings are all worth flagging early rather than waiting to see if it goes away on its own — it generally doesn't.
Coordinating access and timing
Rental properties sometimes need a bit more coordination to arrange inspection and treatment visits around tenants' schedules, but this doesn't need to slow things down significantly with the right communication between landlord, tenant and pest controller. We're used to working around this and can usually offer flexible visit times to suit.
Whether you own or rent, or you're a landlord managing a property in Thatcham, Pest Services Berkshire can inspect, remove and proof against squirrels with minimal disruption. Contact us for a free quotation and we'll work with whoever needs to be involved to get it sorted.
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