Squirrel removal in Melbourne, FL
Squirrel removal in Melbourne, for the gray squirrels that run the oak canopy and drop onto your roof. We move them out with one-way doors and fix the holes so they stay out.
- Humane one-way doors
- Chewed wood repaired
- 25+ years of humane work
Get squirrels out of your attic
Tell us what you are hearing or seeing. We will get back to you, set up a visit and give you a straight answer on what it takes.
- Firm quote before any work starts
- Call, text or email, your pick
- Licensed and insured in Florida
Quick answer. Critter Guys handles squirrel removal in Melbourne, FL, getting squirrels out of attics, soffits and wall voids. We begin with an inspection to find the main hole and any backups, install one-way doors so the squirrels leave on their own, check for babies, then seal and repair every chewed opening. No poison, no sealing animals inside. Text or call (321) 203-6963 with a photo of the hole if you can see it.
Melbourne’s oak canopy and the squirrels in it
Melbourne’s older neighborhoods, especially around Eau Gallie, downtown and the streets near Florida Tech, are shaded by big live oaks. Those trees are perfect squirrel habitat, and their limbs often reach right over the roof. A squirrel can go from trunk to shingles without ever touching the ground.
Newer areas west of Wickham Road have younger trees, but they also back up to wooded drainage areas and the pines around Wickham Park. Squirrels there tend to come in from the tree line behind the house.
Local snapshot
- Live oaks over older homes
- Pines around Wickham Park
- Florida Tech area canopy
- Brevard County
Signs of squirrels in a Melbourne attic
Squirrels keep a daytime schedule, which makes them easier to identify.
Morning scampering
Running and rolling sounds shortly after sunrise, then again in the late afternoon.
Chewed fascia or soffit corners
Fresh, pale wood or a rounded hole at a roof corner.
Squirrels on the roof
Seeing squirrels go in and out of the same spot at the roof line.
Nesting debris
Leaves, shredded insulation or pine straw near a vent or in the attic.
Chewed vent caps
Plastic roof vents gnawed at the edges.
From recent jobs
When squirrel removal gets more urgent
Squirrels have two litters a year in Florida, one in spring and one in late summer. In those windows, a female in the attic is likely nesting, and if the babies grow up there, you’ve got a bigger family to move out.
Wiring is the other concern. Squirrels chew constantly, and wires in the attic are an easy target. Chewed wiring can be a fire risk, so if you’ve had squirrels for a while, it’s worth having it checked.
Why patching it yourself often fails
If you patch the hole while squirrels are inside, they’ll chew a new one, often right next to the patch. If babies are inside, the mother will tear things up to reach them. Hardware store patches made of foam or thin screen also don’t last against squirrel teeth. One-way doors and proper metal repairs fix both problems.
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Our squirrel removal method
This is how we clear a Melbourne attic of squirrels.
Full roof line inspection
We look at every soffit, fascia joint, vent and roof edge to find the active hole and any secondary ones.
Seal secondary holes, set the door
Smaller gaps are closed first, then a one-way door goes over the main hole so squirrels can exit but not return.
Confirm the attic is empty
We check for babies and make sure activity has stopped before final sealing.
Seal and repair
The last hole gets closed, and chewed wood is repaired. Our wildlife exclusion work in Melbourne can cover the rest of the house.
Cut back the branches
Trimming oak and pine limbs back from your roof is one of the best things you can do. Aim for several feet of open air between the nearest branch and the shingles. It doesn’t replace sealing, but it takes away the squirrels’ easiest route.
Where squirrels chew into Melbourne homes
These are the most common squirrel entry points we find.
- Soffit and fascia corners
- Gaps at roof returns
- Plastic roof vents and gable vents
- Where a satellite or cable line enters
- Gaps around plumbing vent boots
- Storm-loosened drip edge after a summer squall
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What Melbourne homeowners ask about squirrel removal
Still wondering about something? Call or text (321) 203-6963.
How much does squirrel removal cost in Melbourne?
Melbourne squirrel jobs get priced once we’ve been up on the roof. The cost depends on the number of entry points, the height and pitch of the roof, whether there are babies and how much fascia or soffit needs repair. A one-story ranch with a single hole is a much smaller job than a two-story with chewing at every corner.
How do I know if it’s squirrels or rats in my Melbourne attic?
Listen for the time of day. Squirrels are active in the morning and late afternoon, while rats are active at night. If you’re hearing it at night, see our Melbourne rat removal page.
Do one-way doors hurt the squirrels?
No. A one-way door lets the squirrel leave normally to feed but blocks it from coming back in. It’s a humane way to get them out without trapping them inside.
When is squirrel baby season in Florida?
Gray squirrels in Florida usually have litters in spring and again in late summer. If you hear squirrels during those times, there may be babies, and we check for them before sealing.
Can squirrels chew through my wiring?
Yes. Squirrels chew wiring, AC lines and wood. If we find damage during the inspection, we’ll show you so you can have it repaired.
Do you do squirrel removal outside Melbourne?
Yes. We cover Palm Bay, Titusville, St. Cloud and the rest of Central Florida. Our squirrel removal in Orlando page covers how we work, and our Melbourne wildlife control page lists what else we handle in town.
Stop the morning scampering
Call or text (321) 203-6963 to book a squirrel inspection in Melbourne.