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Squirrel Removal & Exclusion in Orlando & Central Florida
Stop Squirrels From Turning Your Attic Into a Nest
Squirrels are fun to watch in the trees, but not so fun when they move into your soffits or attic. In the Orlando area, gray squirrels and fox squirrels commonly chew through fascia boards, soffit gaps, and roof returns to build nests in warm attic spaces. Once inside, they can tear up insulation, chew on electrical wiring, and create noisy activity early in the morning and at dusk.
Gato Lawn & Pest Control offers targeted squirrel removal and exclusion for Central Florida homes, focusing on safely getting squirrels out and making sure they can’t chew their way back in.
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- Bi-Monthly/Monthly Treatments
- Exterior Pest Inspection
- Interior Service (Upon Request)
- Exterior Power Spray
- Exterior Granular Bait Treatment
- Complimentary Retreats
- Cobweb and Wasp Nest Removal
- Covered Pests: ants, centipedes, millipedes, crickets, beetles, spiders, silverfish, large
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- Monthly Treatments
- Lawn Fertilizer
- Weed Control
- Lawn Feeding Insect
Control (chinch bugs, sod webworms, army worms, grub worms, mole crickets, fleas and fire ants) - Lawn Disease Control
- Shrub Fertilizer
- Shrub Disease Control
- Shrub Insect Control
- Satisfaction Guarantee
Termite Control
- Quarterly Inspections and Monitoring After Installation
- Sentricon Termite Elimination System
(Termite Bait Stations) - Repair Bond
- Retreat Bond
- Satisfaction Guarantee
Mosquito Control
- Seasonal Treatments:
March-October - Exterior Inspection
- Exterior Power Fogger
- Complimentary Retreats
- Satisfaction Guarantee
Rodent Control
- Bi-monthly Inspections
After Exclusion & Bait
Box Installation - Exterior Inspection for
Entry Points - Bait Box Maintenance
- Complimentary Retreats
- Satisfaction Guarantee
Ready to Remove Squirrels From Your Home?
How Squirrels Get Into Orlando Homes
Squirrels are agile climbers and jumpers. We frequently see:
- Gaps in soffits and fascia where tree branches overhang the roof
- Chewed corners at roof returns and gable ends
- Loose or missing vent screens on attic or ridge vents
- Openings around utility lines entering the home
Because squirrels are persistent, patchwork repairs or foam alone often won’t hold up. Proper exclusion uses chew-resistant materials and attention to detail.
Damage Squirrels Can Cause
Once squirrels establish a nest, they can:
- Chew electrical wiring, increasing fire risk
- Compress and contaminate insulation
- Leave urine and droppings in the attic
- Disturb sleep with scratching, rolling nuts, and running
A small opening can quickly turn into a larger problem if squirrels raise multiple litters in your attic.
Gato’s Squirrel Control Process
1. Inspection & activity mapping
We inspect the roofline, soffits, attic, and nearby trees to find entry points, nests, and travel routes.
2. Squirrel removal
We use traps or one-way door systems, depending on the situation, to remove squirrels from the structure in a safe, humane way.
3. Exclusion & repairs
Once activity has stopped, we seal entry points with durable, chew-resistant materials and secure vulnerable areas like vents and roof returns.
4. Cleanup & recommendations
We can advise on insulation replacement, deodorizing, and cleanup of droppings if squirrels have been active in the attic for an extended period.
Squirrel Prevention Tips for Orlando Homes
- Trim tree branches back away from the roofline
- Repair loose soffits, fascia, and roof trim promptly
- Make sure attic and gable vents are properly screened
- Avoid feeding birds directly next to the home, which can attract squirrels
Gato can combine these prevention strategies with professional exclusion to keep your attic squirrel-free.
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We cover a wide range of service areas throughout Central Florida. Including: Orange County, Osceola County, Polk County, Seminole County & Lake County. If you don't see your service area, contact us today.
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Squirrel Control – FAQs
How do I know if squirrels are in my attic in Orlando?
Common signs of squirrels in your attic include scratching or running sounds early in the morning or late afternoon, droppings in the attic, insulation that looks torn or tunneled, and visible gnaw marks or openings along the roofline. Gato Lawn & Pest Control can inspect your attic and roof to confirm squirrel activity.
How does Gato Lawn & Pest Control remove squirrels from my home?
Gato Lawn & Pest Control removes squirrels by identifying their entry points and using humane traps or one-way doors to get them out of your attic or soffits. After removal, we seal entry points with chew-resistant materials so squirrels cannot re-enter.
Is squirrel removal from Gato humane and safe for pets?
Yes. Gato uses humane, species-appropriate methods for squirrel removal and places equipment in a way that minimizes contact with pets. We explain where traps or one-way devices are located and how long the process should take.
Will Gato repair the holes that squirrels chewed in my roof or soffits?
Gato Lawn & Pest Control can seal squirrel entry points and perform many minor repairs, such as screening vents and closing gaps at roof returns. For significant structural damage, we provide recommendations so you can coordinate with a contractor if needed.
Can squirrels cause serious damage if I ignore them?
Yes. Squirrels can chew on electrical wiring, damage insulation, and contaminate attics with urine and droppings. Ignoring a squirrel problem often leads to more damage and larger repair costs. Gato recommends addressing squirrel issues as soon as signs appear.
Does Gato offer squirrel prevention services in Central Florida?
Gato Lawn & Pest Control offers squirrel prevention through professional exclusion, roofline inspections, and recommendations such as trimming tree branches away from the home. Our goal is not only to remove current squirrels but also to keep new ones from moving in.