If you are reading this, chances are, you have heard unusual scratching sounds, an immense amount of scurrying, and other unusual noises coming from your attic.

While it is true you may have originally considered the development of a poltergeist or other type of weird entity in this space of your home, you have probably peeked in and witnessed a multitude of squirrels has moved in on you.

While you may think that these fluffy-tailed, active creatures are cute and enjoyable to watch from a distance, they are far from being the ideal houseguest. In fact, they pose many dangers. Continue reading to learn why you have to get those pesky creatures out of your attic as quickly as possible.

 An Interior Squirrel Issue Indicates Exterior Damage

If you have discovered squirrels inside of your attic, it indicates that there is exterior damage to your home. They had to gain access to this area of your home in some way. They could have chewed through the siding of your home, gnawed their way through your roof, or scratched at a small access point and made it larger.

This means that the area is not only damaged, but it opens up your home for other types of damage – such as that from rain, sleet, ice, and snow. In addition to this, whatever means was used to access your home may be used by other squirrels or pests – such as snakes, bats, and birds.

You have to eliminate the infestation and the access point immediately. Failure to do so could jeopardize the structural integrity of your home.

Degradation of Insulation

The insulation that is located within your attic aids in your home’s internal climate control system. It holds in heat when it is cold outside and blocks heat from entering into your home during the warmer months.

It ensures your comfort level and helps in ensuring that you save money on utility costs throughout the year. Unfortunately, if squirrels are in your attic, they may destroy the insulation. Not only will they scratch and gnaw at it, but they will urinate and defecate on the insulation.

Needless to say, you will have to completely replace it. This may prove to be very costly. Additionally, the urine and feces of the squirrels may negatively impact your health.

Health Hazards

Squirrels carry a large variety of diseases. Luckily, only a few of these are considered to be dangerous to humans; however, they pose a risk – nonetheless. Examples of the health hazards that you may face when you have a squirrel infestation in your home includes the plague, ringworm, tularemia, and typhus.

These creatures may also transmit parasites to humans and pets. Examples include fleas, ticks, and mites. Many parasites have the capability of making people sick as they transmit encephalitis, Lyme disease, and other illnesses.

 Now that you know the dangers that the squirrel infestation in your attic poses, it is easy to understand why it is important to seek out professional squirrel removal services immediately. Contact us here at Palmetto Wildlife Extractors now for immediate assistance: 855-465-1088