Although squirrels never seem to cause any harm out in the wild, dealing with a squirrel invasion on your Polk County property can be a nightmare. They often enter homes or businesses in search of food, water, and protection from predators and the harsh Florida weather. If you suspect you are dealing with a squirrel infestation, look for the following signs and call for professional Polk County squirrel removal before any major damage is done to your property.
4 Signs of a Squirrel Infestation
You can usually identify a squirrel infestation by noticing the following signs:
- A foul, ammonia-like smell
- Scratching and squealing from the attic or walls
- Small, black droppings
- Oil or grease-like stains on your ceilings and walls
Our 4-Step Effective Squirrel Removal Method
We want to ensure that your property is rid of any unwanted visitors while still using careful and humane removal methods. Our CritterSafe® removal process is comprised of these four steps that will prevent future invasions:
- Inspection: First, one of our trained removal experts will carefully inspect your home or property to locate the critters, measure the severity of the infestation, and look for entry points.
- Removal: After fully inspecting your home, our technician will create a safe and humane removal plan that uses cautious and eco-friendly methods to permanently remove the squirrels from your home or workplace.
- Restoration: Our team will clean up and repair any damages caused to your property by the squirrels.
- Exclusion: After the critters have been removed, our technicians will ensure the critters never make it back into your home or workplace by sealing off all entry and exit points that allowed them inside in the first place.
Professional Polk County Squirrel Removal
If you have come into contact or have seen squirrels on your Polk County property it is important to avoid any at-home removal methods and instead call for professional removal. At Critter Control® of Polk County, we will safely and efficiently remove the squirrels from your property and ensure they don’t come back.
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To schedule a free property inspection, call Critter Control of Polk County today at 863-204-2815.
Squirrel Removal (Frequently Asked Questions)
Is there an easy way to tell if squirrels are the ones in my attic or walls?
Squirrels are active during the day, leaving scratching and squealing noises in attics or walls. Look for barrel-shaped droppings, grease or oil stains, ammonia-like odors, larger entry holes than rats, and visible daytime activity near rooflines
After squirrels are removed, how long before my attic or walls are safe again?
After professional squirrel removal, active animals are gone, but damage, droppings, and odors may persist for days or weeks. Services include thorough cleanup, deodorizing, and repairs, restoring safety, comfort, and a healthy environment in your attic or walls.
Why is trying to remove squirrels on your own usually a bad idea?
DIY squirrel removal can worsen infestations. Cornered squirrels may bite, spreading diseases, or die inside walls, causing odors. Hidden entry points and damage often go unaddressed, allowing re-entry. Professional removal ensures safe extraction, complete cleanup, repairs, and permanent exclusion, saving time, money, and long-term frustration.
Do squirrels usually come in through small openings or larger gaps in the house?
Squirrels can enter through tiny 1.5–2 inch openings, including roof vents, chimneys, soffits, and gaps around pipes. They chew to enlarge holes. Professionals identify all vulnerable areas and seal them with chew-proof materials to prevent re-entry.
Once squirrels are removed, what stops new ones from getting back inside?
Our exclusion process prevents squirrel re-entry by sealing all access points with durable, chew-proof materials, securing vents, repairing damaged areas, and eliminating food attractants. Combined with our warranty, this ensures squirrels cannot return, and we fix any breaches promptly.
Is squirrel activity more common during certain times of the year in Polk County?
Yes,Squirrel invasions peak late winter to early spring and late summer to fall, but Florida’s mild climate allows year-round activity. Pregnant females, young squirrels, and nesting behaviors drive seasonal surges, making prompt removal critical.
Can the smell and droppings from squirrels affect indoor air quality?
Squirrel droppings and urine contaminate insulation, spreading bacteria and pathogens through air and HVAC systems. Ammonia odors affect air quality, causing headaches and respiratory irritation. Professional restoration removes contaminated materials and restores safe, healthy indoor conditions
What happens to the areas of the home that squirrels have damaged?
All damage is addressed: contaminated insulation and nesting materials removed, affected areas sanitized, wiring and wood repaired, ductwork restored, and insulation replaced. This ensures homes are safe, functional, energy-efficient, and free from health hazards.
At what point should homeowners stop waiting and call a professional?
Call immediately if you notice scratching noises, droppings, odors, or squirrels near your roofline. Early action prevents rapid reproduction, costly damage, and health hazards. Same-day or next-day inspections ensure quick, professional removal before infestations worsen.