Squirrel removal in Winter Haven, FL
Squirrel removal in Winter Haven usually begins with a homeowner hearing gnawing near the eaves around breakfast. Under the oaks that shade so many lake streets here, gray squirrels have a short commute from branch to roof.
- One-way doors, no poison
- Chewed roof lines rebuilt
- Firm quote before work starts
Squirrels in the roof line?
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 Winter Haven, FL for attics, soffits and roof lines. We inspect the roof, close the side holes, put a one-way door or live trap on the main entry, wait until the attic is empty, then rebuild the chewed wood and vents with metal. Call or text (321) 203-6963 to have us check your Winter Haven roof for squirrels.
Don’t board up the hole yet
Sealing a squirrel hole while squirrels or a litter are still inside traps them, and they’ll chew right back out or die in the attic. Let us confirm the attic is empty first.
Oaks, lakes and squirrels in Winter Haven
Winter Haven’s older streets, especially around Lake Howard, Interlaken and the blocks off Central Avenue downtown, are lined with live oaks whose limbs reach over the rooftops. Those trees give gray squirrels food, nesting sites and a bridge onto the house. Lakefront lots often have the biggest oaks, since many were left standing when the homes were built.
Out along Cypress Gardens Boulevard, US 17 and the golf communities near Lake Ashton and Lake Eloise, newer homes are catching up as trees grow tall enough to reach second-floor eaves. Our main Winter Haven wildlife control page covers the other animals that share those trees.
Around Winter Haven
- Polk County
- Live oaks around Lake Howard
- Older homes near downtown
- Growing canopy in newer subdivisions
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Where Winter Haven squirrels chew in
These are the spots we find chewed most often on houses around town.
- Gable vent screens behind the louvers
- Soffit and fascia corners at the roof edge
- Roof returns above garages and porches
- Plastic box vents on shingle roofs
- Gaps where the drip edge meets old fascia
- Plumbing boots and the edges around them
How we handle squirrel removal in Winter Haven
Squirrel jobs follow a set order so nothing gets sealed inside.
Inspect the roof and attic
We check every soffit, vent, roof return and plumbing stack, then look in the attic for nests, stored food and chewed wiring.
Seal the extras
Secondary holes get closed first, so the squirrels have only one way in and out.
One-way door on the main hole
Squirrels leave to feed in the morning and can’t get back in. If a door can’t mount, we use live traps at the entry, set under FWC rules.
Final seal and repair
Once activity stops, we close the main hole with metal and replace chewed wood. Our wildlife exclusion in Winter Haven covers the rest of the roof line if you want it.
Winter Haven feedback on squirrel removal
4.9
141 reviews on Google
★★★★★
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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Kevin was extremely knowledgeable and kind. I 100% recommend him and the company.
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Two litters a year means timing matters
Our gray squirrels raise two rounds of young each year, one in spring and another toward the end of summer. A nursing female in the attic changes the plan, because her young can’t follow her out a one-way door. We check for nests during the inspection and time the removal so the babies aren’t left behind.
Squirrels stay active all year in Polk County, so there’s no off season. Hearing them in January is just as common as hearing them in June, and the lake breezes don’t slow them down.
- Spring litter: roughly late winter into spring
- Late summer litter: second round of young
- Nest check before any door goes up
- No sealing until the attic is quiet
Squirrel removal clues worth checking
If you’re not sure what’s up there, these signs point to squirrels.
Noise in the early morning and late afternoon
Squirrels keep a daytime schedule, and nights are quiet.
Rolling sounds above the ceiling
Acorns and seeds being moved or stashed sound like marbles rolling.
Fresh wood chips below the eaves
Shavings on the driveway or porch mean active chewing at the fascia.
Squirrels running along the gutter line
Watching one dart into a corner of the roof is the clearest sign.
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Squirrel Removal in Winter Haven: quick answers
Still wondering about something? Call or text (321) 203-6963.
How much does squirrel removal cost in Winter Haven?
It depends on how many holes there are, how much chewed wood needs replacing and whether there’s a nest inside. You’ll get a quote once we’ve seen the roof line. The earlier you call, the smaller the repair usually is.
Why are squirrels chewing my roof and not the tree?
Squirrels chew constantly because their teeth never stop growing, and soft spots on a roof line like old fascia, vinyl soffit and plastic vents are easy targets. The attic behind those spots is a warm, dry nest site, which is what they’re after.
Is squirrel bait from the hardware store a good idea in Winter Haven?
No. Poisoned squirrels often die inside walls or the attic, and the bait puts pets, hawks and other wildlife at risk. We use one-way doors and live traps instead, then seal the openings so the problem doesn’t come back.
Can squirrels damage wiring in a Winter Haven attic?
Yes. Squirrels sometimes chew electrical wiring, which is a fire risk. We look for chewed wires during the inspection and let you know if an electrician should take a look.
How long will squirrel removal take?
Usually a few days to a couple of weeks, depending on how many squirrels there are and whether young are present. We don’t make the final seal until we’re sure the attic is empty.
Are there rats up there too?
Sometimes. Roof rats use the same branches and gaps, especially around lakefront homes with palms and citrus. Our rat removal in Winter Haven can be handled during the same visit.
Get squirrels out of your Winter Haven attic
Call or text (321) 203-6963 and we’ll come inspect the roof line. We follow the same approach as our Orlando squirrel removal, and also work in Kissimmee.