Q: I’ve suspected that animals are nesting in my attic for a while, and recently I’ve noticed lots of squirrel activity in the trees surrounding my roof. Is it possible that I have squirrels in my ...

Squirrels commonly enter attics by finding gaps in siding and roofing or chewing holes in the home’s exterior. Once there, they are not likely to leave without good reason. Some signs of squirrels in ...

If you hear scrabbling in the attic, that's a strong indication you have squirrels. Other signs include a stash of acorns or nuts, nesting in the insulation, a strong smell of urine, chirping babies, ...

During the cold winter months, squirrels behave like humans do, looking for a warm, protected space to nest. They don’t like the elements and prefer an undisturbed place to take shelter, which is ...

Squirrels are fascinating creatures known for their entertaining antics — and for causing problems in the garden. Whether you like these rodents or not, there's one issue everyone can agree on: ...

So, I live on the 3rd floor. There's a full-on family of squirrels (I assume) living in the attic, immediately above me. They've been inside since October, and have now gotten into the wall spaces in ...

TLDR: I just need to get them out long enough that they're not stuck inside when we close off the holes and such. What's a good way? So I bought a house that was built in 1855ish. I knew it was going ...

Q: I have something in my attic and it walks all night long. I do know we saw squirrels go in a hole in the side of the house. I’ve tried to get estimates on repairs but I can’t afford it right now. I ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you start hearing some small scratching noises coming from your attic, you may have a few new houseguests who have taken up residence.

Q. I have flying squirrels in my attic. Several years ago, you wrote about a way to get rid of them. What did you recommend? A. I suggested two ways. One was to trap them, then release them in some ...

Q. I have flying squirrels in my attic. Several years ago, you wrote about a way to get rid of them. What did you recommend? A. I suggested two ways. One was to trap them, then release them in some ...