Squirrels nest in trees, but attics are great alternatives. Attics are warm, hollow, and above ground – perfect for a squirrel to build a nest. Squirrels build nests here in the fall, in anticipation of the cold, and throughout the spring and summer, when females need a place to nurse their young. To get inside, …
Squirrels are very active. They can be seen in cities, suburbs, and forests alike, running around looking for nuts and places to nest. If you’re wondering what squirrels do at night, they are the same as us. Squirrels hide in their nests when it gets dark out, and they fall asleep. It is difficult to …
PVC stands for polyvinyl chloride, a plastic that is widely used in construction for things like piping, siding, tubing, and cable insulation. Resistant to moisture and abrasion, PVC is a highly versatile material that is ideal for windows, flooring, and exterior structures. One would hope that the PVC found on the exterior of the home …
Squirrels are busy animals who go in and out and around and about on a daily basis. Outside, they busy themselves with a few activities such as eating, mating, and looking for food. Apart from that, they also need to defend their territory depending on where they are. If you are suspecting squirrel activity in …
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Squirrels may be cute, but they can cause a whole lot of trouble. Squirrels that have broken into the attic will damage the insulation and risk power outages by chewing on electrical wires. They also have the potential to carry disease, so it’s best that you keep your distance. If you’re worried that some squirrels …
Squirrels know how to get into our homes and that is no secret. They can find their way into our walls through an entry point outside the home or through the roof. Since squirrels are rodents as well, they will sound like any other rodent who chew their way through their day. So what do …
Getting rid of baby squirrels is not as straightforward as you might think. Mother squirrels give birth to baby squirrels twice a year around the springtime and in the summer. It is in these times that squirrels often break in attics to give birth to them. Baby squirrels are incredibly sensitive animals and are defenceless …
Are you hearing noises coming from your attic? If you’re hearing them at night, it’s not a squirrel that is making those noises, but likely a raccoon. Squirrels are up to during the day and sound asleep at night. These are busy little rodents that prefer to go about their business during the light of …
Squirrels can be found on nearly every continent of the world. There are over 200 different species out there, each with its own characteristics and behaviours. Some are arboreal, and some live in the ground. In Canada, the only squirrels you should really worry about are tree squirrels. Tree squirrels are known for breaking into …
Squirrels are crepuscular, so they are most active in the evening and the early hours of the morning. Squirrels however are up at all hours of the day, so you can see them anytime the sun is up. These are busy little animals that are active year-long. Squirrels can be seen chasing each other, building …
