Squirrel Removal & Humane Live Trapping Services on Vancouver Island
If squirrels have taken over your attic or made themselves at home in your walls, Old Island Pest Control is here to help. We provide professional squirrel removal and humane live trapping services on Vancouver Island to keep them out of your home or business.
Using safe trapping and proven exclusion techniques, we’ll help you evict unwanted visitors and prevent them from coming back.
Squirrel Pest Control Vancouver Island
Squirrels may seem harmless, but when they move into your home, they can cause serious problems. Damaged soffits, shredded insulation, and constant noise in the attic are just the start.
Squirrels are also known to create fire hazards by gnawing on electrical wiring, and their droppings and nesting materials can create health concerns over time. And once they’ve found a warm place to settle, they don’t leave easily.
Your Local Experts in Humane Squirrel Removal
With over 20 years of experience, Old Island Pest Control has earned the trust of more than 135,000 customers across Vancouver Island. Our team is fully licensed, government-certified, and trained in the most humane and environmentally responsible methods available.
We proudly serve communities throughout the Island, including Victoria, Duncan, Nanaimo, Parksville, Campbell River and Courtenay. Our team will work quickly, safely, and with minimal disruption to your home or business.
The Eastern Gray Squirrel: An Invasive Species on Vancouver Island
The invasive eastern gray squirrel is the most common species our squirrel pest control experts encounter in urban and suburban areas. Originally non-native, these animals have become destructive pests in many communities. Here’s why:
1. Aggressive invaders
Eastern gray squirrels have outcompeted the native red squirrel in many areas, largely due to their size and adaptability.
2. Year-round Activity
They don’t need to hibernate in our climate and can breed multiple times a year, leading to rapid population growth.
3. Highly Destructive
These squirrels are expert climbers and relentless chewers. They tear off shingles, damage soffits, and force their way into attics and wall voids.
4. Serious Fire Hazards
Once inside, they gnaw on wooden beams and electrical wiring, increasing the risk of fire and costly structural damage.
5. Persistent Nesters
They build nests using insulation, cardboard, and debris, often returning to the same site unless properly excluded.
Old Island Pest Control has the tools and experience to deal with invasive Eastern gray squirrels. Our licensed team provides humane removal, nest cleanup, and long-term exclusion to keep them out of your home for good.
Our Humane Squirrel Removal and Live Trapping Process
We focus on humane squirrel removal using live trapping methods that are safe and ethical. This is what you can expect when you hire us to get rid of squirrels:
- 1- On-site inspection to locate entry points, nests, and high-traffic areas
- 2- Live traps are placed strategically to capture squirrels without harm
- 3- Relocation of captured squirrels in compliance with BC wildlife regulations
- 4- Monitoring and follow-up to ensure all squirrels are removed
We never use harmful poisons or inhumane practices. Our goal is to remove the animals safely and make sure they can’t return, so they move on to a new, happier home.
Removal of Squirrels in Attic Spaces and High-Risk Areas
Our team specializes in the removal of squirrels in attic spaces and other high-risk areas where damage tends to occur. We provide:
- Squirrel nest removal and proper disposal of nesting materials
- Clean-up and sanitation of affected areas
- Repairs and sealing of entry points to prevent re-entry
Squirrel Control and Prevention Services
The best way to keep squirrels out is to make your home less inviting. As part of our squirrel control services, we offer long-term prevention strategies that include:
- Sealing cracks and gaps around vents, eaves, and chimneys
- Installing squirrel-proof barriers and screens
- Recommending tree trimming or structural modifications if needed
If you’ve been searching for ways to get rid of squirrels or other rodents in your home or business, our pest control services are your answer.
Request a Free Estimate for Squirrel Removal Near You
Squirrel problems don’t solve themselves. Get expert help from a team that knows what works. Old Island Pest Control offers fast, humane services for squirrel removal near you, backed by over two decades of proven results.
Request your free estimate online today or give us a call at (250) 479-6346 to speak with a member of our team.
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