Not every noise in a loft needs professional attention immediately, but with grey squirrels there's usually a point where DIY measures stop being effective and a specialist visit becomes the sensible next step. For Pangbourne homeowners, that point often comes sooner than expected, given how established local squirrel populations can be around the village's woodland and riverside gardens.
Clear Signs It's Time to Call a Professional
- You're hearing regular daytime noise from the loft over more than a day or two
- You've found a drey, droppings, or gnawed timber in the roof space
- You can see squirrels entering or leaving the roofline directly
- Insulation has been visibly disturbed or shredded
- You've spotted exposed or damaged electrical cabling in the loft
- You've tried sealing an entry point yourself and the squirrel keeps finding a way back in
Why DIY Approaches Often Fall Short
Store-bought deterrents and simple hole-plugging rarely solve a squirrel problem for good. Squirrels can gnaw through many everyday materials, and sealing an entry point without confirming the loft is empty risks trapping an animal inside - which is both a welfare problem and often leads to further damage as it tries to escape.
The Legal Side of Grey Squirrel Control
Grey squirrel control in the UK is subject to wildlife law - notably, grey squirrels that are trapped may not lawfully be released back into the wild, and control methods need to be carried out humanely and correctly. A specialist understands these requirements and applies them properly, which matters both for compliance and for making sure the job is done in a way that actually resolves the problem.
Timing Matters, Especially in Breeding Season
Grey squirrels typically breed twice a year, with litters born in late winter/early spring and again in midsummer. If young are present in a drey, removal and proofing need to be handled carefully and in the right order, which is another reason professional judgement is valuable rather than rushing to seal a hole as soon as it's found.
If any of the signs above sound familiar, it's worth having your Pangbourne property inspected rather than waiting to see if the problem resolves itself. Contact Pest Services Berkshire on 0118 336 1366 for a proper assessment and a clear plan for dealing with it.
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