Professional Squirrel Control in Manchester
- We cover the whole of Greater Manchester
- Fast response visits
- Legal and professional trapping methods
- Clear prevention and proofing advice
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Rodent X provides expert squirrel control in Manchester, with fast response visits and professional trapping methods designed to remove squirrels safely and legally.
Our technicians deal with squirrel infestations across Greater Manchester every week, using proven removal techniques that fully resolve the problem and prevent squirrels returning.
Squirrels may seem harmless outdoors, but once inside a loft they can cause serious structural damage and often bite through wires causing a fire risk. We focus on fast removal combined with clear proofing advice to ensure long-term protection for your property.
Expert Squirrel Removal Services in Manchester
How Rodent X delivers professional squirrel removal
Initial Phone Call
Tell us what you’re hearing or seeing. Most customers report loud movement in the loft around 4–5am. We’ll assess the situation and arrange your first visit quickly, often the same day.
Inspection
Our technician will inspect your loft space and roofline to confirm squirrel activity and identify entry points. We check insulation, timber structures, and wiring for damage.
Trapping
We carry out a minimum of two visits using professional, legal squirrel traps placed strategically in hotspot areas within the loft.
All traps used are:
• Legal for grey squirrel control
• Sized correctly and compliant
• Positioned safely and professionally
Follow Up
A second visit ensures traps are checked and the infestation is fully resolved, we also safely remove all dead squirrels. Further visits may be required depending on activity levels.
Squirrel Free
Once removed, we provide advice on proofing entry points to prevent further access. Our goal is complete removal and long term prevention from reentry.
Why Is Squirrel Control So Important?
Squirrels can cause serious damage once inside a property. They:
- Chew electrical wiring (fire risk) and high costs to replace all the damaged electrics.
- Bite through timber roof structures potentially causing serious damage to your property
- Destroy loft insulation
- Create entry holes in fascia boards and rooflines
They are extremely loud and active early in the morning around 4-5am, often waking homeowners up.
Squirrels typically enter loft spaces seeking warmth and shelter. Once inside, they can be persistentand destructive.
Inspection & Trapping Are Essential for Proper Removal
Squirrels are strong and intelligent animals. They often create established access points and nesting areas within loft spaces.
Simply blocking entry holes without removing the squirrels first can worsen the problem since they could still be inside the property.
At Rodent X, we use professional trapping methods to safely remove squirrels before advising on proofing work.
We always ensure removal is carried out legally and responsibly.
Why Choose Our Greater Manchester Squirrel Control Team
Squirrel infestations require specialist equipment and legal compliance. At Rodent X Pest Control Manchester:
- We use legal, compliant trapping methods
- We understand squirrel behaviour
- We identify and advise on entry points
- We prioritise safety and property protection
Our aim is always simple — remove the squirrel and prevent it returning.
Signs of a Squirrel in Your Loft
Common signs include:
- Heavy running or thumping sounds in the loft
- Noise around 4–5am (early risers)
- Chewing or gnawing sounds, and sightings of squirrels coming in and out of your property
- Damaged insulation
- Visible roofline entry points
If you’re hearing loud activity at dawn, it is very often squirrels rather than rats, as rats are usually active around 11pm. Professional squirrel removal is the safest and most effective solution.
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Frequently Asked Questions – Squirrel Control Manchester
Grey squirrels are not protected and can be controlled legally. However, removal must be carried
out correctly and in accordance with UK wildlife regulations.
They usually access lofts through damaged roof tiles, gaps in fascia boards, or weak points around
the roofline.
They can cause serious property damage and fire risk by chewing electrical wiring. They may also
carry parasites and they can attack especially if they have young in the loft space.
A minimum of two visits is usually required. The exact timeframe depends on activity levels, but
some occasions we have completed extermination is 24 hours.
Squirrel control services start from £180, depending on property access and infestation severity.