Guiseley's stone terraces and later suburban estates all share one weakness for squirrels: an unnoticed gap where the roof meets the wall.
On the north-west edge of Leeds, Guiseley is a mix of older stone terraces and later suburban estates, with Yeadon and Rawdon close by. Stone terraces tend to have loose mortar, worn verge details and eaves that were never sealed against wildlife. On newer estates the weak points are usually soffits, fascias and vents. A squirrel in the loft announces itself with daytime thumping and scrabbling, and sometimes with the faint sound of gnawing in the evening.
Before anything is trapped or excluded, we want to know how many animals are using the space and whether there is a nest. Removal uses lawful, humane methods, and any animal caught live cannot simply be released elsewhere, which we deal with properly. Then comes the repair work that matters most, closing the entry with chew-resistant material, and a check on wiring and insulation in the roof space.
Grey squirrels are an invasive species, and releasing one back into the wild may be unlawful, so check before attempting it yourself. Our technicians handle removal in a way that is lawful and humane. Fully insured and trained technicians carry out the work from survey to proofing.
Note when and where you hear the noise, keep children and pets out of the loft, and do not block holes you see from outside, as that can trap an animal inside. Photos of the roof edge help. Call 0113 347 0014 or message on WhatsApp and describe what you can hear.
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A straightforward squirrel call runs from survey to proofing, with the roof checked at each stage.
Read the walk-through →All fleas gone, good advise on petsBrian W15 October 2018
Thank you Sean and Zack for your speedy and efficient response to our wasp problem. We originally thought we had 2 wasps nests but on the end had 4. After our initial call they came out the next day and even came out a few days later when another next was discovered. Thank you, we will definitely recommend you.Mrs Carter8 August 2018
Prompt, friendly and efficient service, realistic priceKaren Armistead18 June 2018
Tell us what you have seen and where, and we will come back to you. There are no call-out charges and surveys are free for homes and businesses.
