Squirrel removal in Pinellas Park, FL
Pinellas Park’s block ranch homes were built with gable vents and roof returns that squirrels learn to open fast. Critter Guys handles squirrel removal in Pinellas Park, FL with one-way doors and solid repairs so they stay outside.
- No poison, no guesswork
- Gable vents re-screened
- Mothers and young kept together
Squirrels in the attic again?
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 provides squirrel removal in Pinellas Park, FL for gray squirrels in attics, soffits and wall voids. After an inspection, we seal the minor gaps, put a one-way door on the active hole so squirrels leave and can’t return, then close it and repair chewed fascia, vents or soffit. We work around litters so young aren’t left behind. Call or text (321) 203-6963.
Sealing one hole rarely stops a squirrel
Squirrels test every soft spot on a roof. Close the one you can see and they chew the next one over within days. Real squirrel removal means getting them out and sealing the whole roof line.
Pinellas Park homes and how squirrels use them
Much of Pinellas Park was built out in the decades after World War II, when the city’s population took off. That means a lot of single-story concrete block homes with shingle roofs, aluminum soffits, gable-end vents and long stretches of fascia. As those houses age, vent screens rust through and fascia boards behind the gutter soften, and squirrels are quick to find both.
The city’s oaks, palms and pines are spread out more than in older St. Pete neighborhoods, but squirrels don’t need a canopy. They run fence tops, power lines and the edges of screen rooms to reach the roof. Neighborhoods near Freedom Lake Park, England Brothers Park and the drainage channels see plenty of squirrel traffic. For other animals in the area, our Pinellas Park wildlife control page has the full rundown.
Local snapshot
- Post-war block ranch homes
- Gable vents and aluminum soffit
- Squirrels running power lines and fences
- Central Pinellas County
On the job
Signs squirrels are living in your roof
Squirrels keep a schedule, and that helps tell them apart from rats or raccoons.
Noise at sunrise and late afternoon
Scampering and rolling sounds right after daybreak and again before dusk, when squirrels leave and come home.
A round hole at the roof edge
A chewed opening about two inches across, often at the corner where the soffit meets the roof or in a gable vent screen.
Wood shavings on the driveway
Fresh chips or bits of fascia under the eave mean active chewing above.
Squirrels on the roof all day
Seeing squirrels repeatedly going to the same spot on the roof line is a strong clue they’ve found a way in.
What Pinellas Park customers tell others
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141 reviews on Google
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Called Critter Guys through a recommendation from my sister in Lakeland after we saw a squirrel peaking out from a hole above the garage at my mother’s home in Riverview. My sister had the same issue at her Lakeland home. We got an appointment for the Riverview house right away and Craig came out to do an assessment and estimate. The price was reasonable and Craig was very professional and friendly. He quickly assessed the issue and found 4 holes in the roof. He set up traps and came back a few days later. During that waiting time one of the traps in the attic caught a mouse. So, when he came back, he sealed off 3 of the holes and set up a one-way trap in the 4th hole to draw out any remaining critters. He’ll come back in 2 weeks to close off the remaining hole. He also gave us a 30 day warranty if anything else happens. So far we haven’t seen or heard anything else. I’m very happy with the service received and would highly recommend this company.
Pramela IttoopGoogle review
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Kevin was amazing quick and accurate, really appreciate great local ppl who help out had a non active nest over my garage made a big hole in my soffit …
Maria CioccaGoogle review
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These guys are absolute professionals 10 out of 10 service. We would definitely recommend.
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Our squirrel removal steps in Pinellas Park
We use exclusion, not poison, so squirrels leave on their own and don’t die in your walls.
Inspect the roof line and attic
We find the active hole, every secondary gap and any sign of a nest or babies.
Close the extra gaps
We seal every opening except the main one, using metal flashing, heavy hardware cloth and new vent screens.
Put up the one-way door
The door lets squirrels out to feed but not back in. Where a door won’t fit, live traps are used under FWC rules.
Final seal and repair
When the attic is quiet, the door comes off and the last hole is closed and repaired. Bigger fixes like new fascia sections are part of our Pinellas Park wildlife exclusion service.
Squirrels vs. roof rats in a Pinellas Park attic
These two get confused a lot. Here’s how to tell.
| Squirrel | Roof rat |
|---|---|
| Active at dawn and dusk | Active in the middle of the night |
| Entry hole about 2 inches wide | Entry hole about the size of a quarter |
| Larger, oval droppings | Smaller, pointed droppings |
| Nests of leaves and insulation | Shredded paper, insulation, debris |
Damage and timing to keep in mind
Squirrels chew wiring, the foam jacket on AC lines and the paper backing on insulation. If they’ve been in the attic for a while, we’ll point out any chewed wires so you can have an electrician look. If the noise is coming at night instead, our rat removal in Pinellas Park page will probably fit better.
Gray squirrels in Florida usually have litters in late winter to spring and again in late summer. During those stretches we check carefully for young before the door goes up, so no babies are sealed in.
Squirrel removal around Pinellas Park
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Pinellas Park squirrel removal questions, answered
Still wondering about something? Call or text (321) 203-6963.
How much does it cost to get squirrels out of my Pinellas Park home?
Cost depends on how many openings need sealing, how much fascia or soffit was chewed, the roof’s height and pitch, and whether the attic needs cleanup. We give you a clear quote before doing any work.
How many days until the squirrels are out?
Usually about a week. Squirrels typically leave within a few days of the one-way door going up, and we wait for a quiet attic before the final seal.
Do squirrels in the attic damage wiring?
They can. Squirrels gnaw constantly, and attic wiring is an easy target. We check for chewed wires and point them out so you can have an electrician confirm everything’s safe.
Can I use a trap from the hardware store?
You can, but trapping alone doesn’t solve the problem. The hole stays open and the next squirrel moves in. Florida trapping also falls under FWC rules, so it’s easier and more effective to let us handle the removal and sealing.
Why are squirrels getting into my gable vent?
Older vent screens on Pinellas Park ranch homes rust, tear or pull loose, and squirrels push right through them. We replace them with heavier screening that squirrels can’t chew.
Get squirrels out of your Pinellas Park attic
Send the form or text (321) 203-6963 and we’ll come check the roof line. See our main squirrel removal page, or our St. Petersburg squirrel work next door.