Stop Red Squirrels From Damaging Your Home

Red Squirrel Wildlife Removal in Lansing

When you hear persistent scratching inside your walls or attic in Lansing, red squirrels are often the cause. These small but aggressive animals chew through siding, insulation, and electrical wiring while building nests in spaces that were never meant to house wildlife. In Lansing, where older homes with wooden trim and accessible attic vents are common, red squirrels find entry points quickly and settle in before you realize the extent of the problem.

Trapper Man's trapping & nuisance control provides red squirrel wildlife removal that addresses both the animals inside your home and the entry points they used to get in. This service includes setting traps in active areas, removing captured squirrels, and inspecting your roofline and foundation for gaps that need sealing. Emergency red squirrel removal is available when the situation requires immediate attention, such as when squirrels are causing visible damage or creating fire hazards by gnawing on wires.

If you need red squirrel removal in Lansing, contact Trapper Man's trapping & nuisance control to schedule an inspection and stop the damage before it spreads.

Questions About What Happens During Removal

Homeowners in Lansing often have similar concerns about how red squirrel removal works and what to expect during the process.

What are the signs that red squirrels are inside my home?

You will hear scratching or running sounds in the walls or ceiling, usually during early morning or late afternoon. You may also notice chewed holes in soffits, torn insulation in the attic, or droppings near entry points.

How long does it take to remove red squirrels?

Most removals are completed within a few days to a week, depending on how many squirrels are present and how many entry points exist. Traps are checked daily to ensure animals are removed quickly.

Why do red squirrels cause more damage than other squirrels?

Red squirrels are more territorial and aggressive, which means they chew more aggressively to defend nesting areas. They also have a faster metabolism, so they are constantly active and cause damage more quickly than larger squirrel species.

What happens if more squirrels return after removal?

If entry points are sealed properly, new squirrels cannot get back in. The removal includes identifying and closing off the access points that allowed the original animals inside.

When should I call for emergency red squirrel removal?

You should call immediately if you see sparks, smell burning insulation, or notice exposed wiring that has been chewed. Emergency removal is also needed if squirrels are trapped inside living spaces or causing structural damage that is getting worse by the day.

Trapper Man's trapping & nuisance control responds to emergency red squirrel situations in Lansing and provides full removal services that stop the problem at its source. Reach out to schedule trapping and sealing before the damage becomes more costly to repair.

Your removal begins with locating where the squirrels are entering and where they are nesting inside your home. In Lansing, this usually means checking attic spaces, crawl spaces, and roof edges where shingles or fascia boards have gaps. Live traps are placed along pathways the squirrels use repeatedly, and bait is selected based on what red squirrels in your area respond to most reliably.

Once the squirrels are removed, you will notice the scratching and scurrying sounds stop completely. The gnawed wood around entry points will no longer show fresh shavings, and the strong odor from urine-soaked insulation will begin to fade once contaminated material is removed. You will also see that the wiring and insulation in your attic are no longer being pulled apart or shredded for nesting.

After trapping is complete, entry points are sealed using materials that resist chewing, such as steel mesh or heavy-gauge hardware cloth. This prevents new squirrels from entering the same spaces. The service does not include full attic restoration or insulation replacement, but recommendations are provided if damage is extensive enough to require additional work.