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Squirrels in the walls can cause major problems, including electrical rewiring, drywall costs and sanitation services. They can also create odors, leave droppings and cause serious damage to the structure of your home.
Removing squirrels from the attic, walls, or eaves can cost between $300 and $600. These prices usually include trapping & relocation, and sanitization services.
Cost Of Trapping
In many cases, squirrel removal requires the trapping and relocation of the animals. A licensed nuisance wildlife company often does this. The process can range in cost depending on the size of the infestation and the home itself, but it typically starts around $300.
The most expensive part of the trapping and relocation process is usually removing the mother and babies. This can be tricky because the squirrels will likely leave the area frequently throughout the day to hunt for food. The professional will try to figure out when they are most likely going, trap them, and seal their original entry point so they can’t return.
This is typically a one-time cost, but additional entry points may need to be sealed once the squirrels have left. This is generally an additional $20 per foot of entry point that needs to be filled and can be a great investment in your peace of mind that the squirrels won’t return.
Cost Of Exclusion
Ideally, nuisance wildlife professionals prevent squirrels from entering your house in the first place by sealing all entry points. This includes using expansion foam, wire screening, steel wool, and other methods to close pipe entry points and other openings where squirrels can get in.
Removing squirrels from a shed can cost less than removing them from an attic or ceiling because the area is easier to access, and there are usually fewer wires, insulation, and drywall that need to be repaired than in your home. However, this is only sometimes possible if you have extensive damage from previous squirrel infestations.
A reputable professional will also look for and seal other likely squirrel entry points outside your home, including under overhangs, in eaves, and behind vents. This will usually cost about $150. This can be done in the same visit as trapping. Live traps will add about $50 to the price because the trapped squirrels must be relocated.
Cost Of Cleanup
While squirrels are enjoyable to watch scampering around a park, they’re much less fun when they invade a home. They can cause extensive damage, causing the need for costly repairs. Additionally, they leave behind dangerous feces and urine that pose health risks to humans and pets.
Removing a single squirrel costs $125 for basic trapping in an easy-to-access location. However, if there’s a mother squirrel with babies in an attic, the job can become more complex and require multiple service visits to trap the animals, inspect for signs of re-entry, reset traps, and perform the cleanup.
As a result, the total cost of squirrel removal can easily run up to $800. However, a professional can ensure the work is done correctly so the critters don’t return. Additionally, homeowners insurance may pay for the cleanup and any necessary repairs. As such, squirrel removal is worth the investment. Especially when you consider that live squirrels can transmit rabies.
Cost Of Repairs
While squirrels may be cute to watch as they scamper around a park, they are not so fun when they make their homes in attics, basements and walls of your home. They can cause significant damage that requires professional wildlife control services. Damage to electrical wiring, duct work, insulation and ceilings can all be expensive to repair.
In addition to the physical damage that squirrels can cause, their feces and urine can pose serious health concerns for your family. Professionals will clean and sanitize the area to prevent germs and microbes from spreading throughout your home.
When considering a wildlife removal company, remember that they have expenses to cover, such as licensing, liability insurance and various business expenses. As a result, their prices may be higher than those of less reputable companies. However, they will be better equipped to handle the complex job of squirrel removal. They can also prevent the problem from recurring by addressing any existing points of entry that allow the squirrels to enter your home or shed.
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