Woodland above, canal below and terraces built into the slope: Hebden Bridge gives squirrels a continuous route from the trees to your roof.
In Hebden Bridge the terraces are cut into the hillside, so back yards, steps and walls reach right up to the eaves, and the woodland and moorland above are never far. A squirrel can run from a tree onto a wall and then across a roof without touching the ground. That is why we examine routes as thoroughly as gaps. Often the cleanest fix includes both a repair at the eaves and the removal of an easy jump.
Canal and riverside property introduces damp, which affects roof timbers and can make them softer and easier to gnaw. Inside, we look at the nest and the condition of cables, insulation and pipes. Removal is lawful and humane, and the entry points we find are then proofed with chew-resistant materials. A free quote comes after the survey, and same-day appointments can sometimes be arranged, depending on location and workload.
It can. Damp timber is softer and easier to gnaw, and wet insulation is less useful as a barrier. A damp roof also needs its own repair, which is a job for a roofer. We deal with the animals and the entry points, and flag what we see.
They can. An open or uncapped chimney gives access to the flue or void, and a nest may block it, which is a ventilation and fire concern. If you have an open fire or stove, do not use it until the chimney is checked. A cowl or cap is the usual fix.
Squirrel Control across Leeds and Yorkshire · Pest control in Hebden Bridge
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Read the advice →Squirrels get in through small weak points and come back if they are left open. These steps reduce the chance of them settling in your roof.
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A straightforward squirrel call runs from survey to proofing, with the roof checked at each stage.
Read the walk-through →Thanks Sean our Wasps have all gone. Good all round service.Mrs Luton29 September 2017
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