Squirrels may seem harmless as they run through parks and natural areas, but they can quickly become a nuisance if they find their way inside your home or business. Fortunately, there are natural squirrel deterrents you can use to help discourage the rodents from nesting on your property. Here are some natural squirrel repellents you can try to help keep pesky squirrels at bay.
Natural Squirrel Repellents
Squirrel repellents are effective when they either make your home less appealing or make a barrier they can’t get around. Some easy-to-implement natural squirrel repellents include:
Scents
Squirrels have a strong sense of smell, which means they’re more sensitive to scents than humans. In fact, squirrels dislike the smell of several household ingredients, including peppermint, coffee grounds, apple cider vinegar and cloves. Sprinkle these around areas you’re seeing squirrel activity to repel them from around your property.
Visual Deterrents
Squirrels are timid, and if they think they’re in trouble, they’ll usually flee. You can use this to your advantage by installing visual deterrents, such as fake owls or motion-activated sprinklers.
Steel Mesh
Steel mesh is a popular exclusion material because it’s nearly impossible for rodents to chew through. It’s also weather-resistant, which makes it ideal for warm climates.
Protective Wraps
A wrap can help protect areas adjacent to common entry points, such as trees, crops or vents and chimneys. These deterrents are often custom-tailored to your property, meaning you can adjust the protective wrap as you see fit.
Why DIY Squirrel Removal Often Fails
While squirrel repellents can sometimes discourage activity, they generally can’t address an established infestation. Natural deterrents, for example, may cause irritation, but they can lose their efficacy over time. Other methods, like adhesive materials, contain chemicals that could be toxic to both humans and squirrels. These and most trapping methods are also inhumane, which puts undue stress on the animal.
Attempting DIY squirrel removal often leaves the underlying problem unresolved, causing more problems than it solves. That’s why the best method for permanent squirrel removal is consulting with the professionals at Animal Wildlife Trappers.
Professional Squirrel Removal with Animal Wildlife Trappers
For safe and effective rodent removal services throughout Central Florida, rely on the professional squirrel removal experts at Animal Wildlife Trappers. Our licensed and trained technicians have the equipment and experience to provide you with high-quality squirrel removal services that ensure the nuisance pests are removed completely and permanently. Following Florida animal trapping laws and responsible treatment guidelines set by the Fish and Wildlife Commission, our experienced team uses humane and efficient tactics to quickly trap and remove invasive wildlife while respecting both your property and the animal’s wellbeing. To schedule an appointment and receive a free squirrel removal estimate, call us today at 352-267-0546.