SQUIRRELS
We all enjoy the sight of a squirrel foraging for nuts, but when they enter homes or business premises, squirrels can become highly destructive pests. The Grey Squirrel, introduced to Great Britain in the 19th century, has since spread across most of mainland England and Wales. Highly adaptable, they can be found in both urban and rural environments and have displaced much of the native Red Squirrel population.
Squirrels can cause extensive damage by gnawing on electrical wiring, insulation, timber, and roof structures, creating fire risks and costly repairs. Identifying whether your property is already affected—or whether preventative measures are required to avoid future problems—is the first and most important step in effective squirrel management.
At Full Guard, we operate in strict accordance with current UK legislation governing the control of grey squirrels. As an invasive species, grey squirrels must not be released back into the wild, and any control must be carried out lawfully and responsibly. We are committed to using the most humane methods available, ensuring control is carried out safely, ethically, and in full compliance with the law.
If you suspect squirrel activity or wish to protect your property proactively, our experienced team is here to help.
INFESTATION IDENTIFICATION
Squirrel Sounds
Scurrying, scratching and scampering sounds around the house may come from a variety of pests, though squirrels like to nest in attic space, so sounds from the ceiling are a good sign.
Squirrel Droppings
Squirrel droppings are a great sign of an infestation and are often found in your garage, loft, or near entry points around your home or business premises.
Teeth Marks
Squirrels chew on almost anything from wood beams, plasterboard and electrical wiring. Look for deposits of wood chippings and teeth marks in wires, wood and walls around your property.
Squirrel Tracks
Squirrel tracks are unique and easy to distinguish. They are small, the front paws have four toes and the back have five.
Squirrel Nests
Squirrels like to make their nests in roof space and lofts. Look out for entry points in your insulation and exterior entrances such as holes in shingle and damage across the roofline.
Squirrel Fights
Seeing squirrels fighting in your garden doesn’t mean you have a squirrel infestation, however it is a good indication your home may have been invaded. Territorial animals like squirrels will fight to defend their resources.
Different species of squirrels commonly found in the UK
Red Squirrel
Grey Squirrel
Goodnature Humane Traps
A Full Guard favourite is the Goodnature A18 humane squirrel trap, which is most certainly the future of grey squirrel control.
​Powered by a CO2 cylinder, the trap attracts the target species with a dedicated, long-life grey squirrel lure.
​When the grey squirrel enters the tunnel of the trap to get to the food source, it activates the trigger which is located at the back of the tunnel.
​This trigger activates the trap, instantly dispatching the squirrel humanely and efficiently.​​​
