The winter months are fast approach on the east coast and humans are not the only ones that are gearing up for the cold months ahead. New York City and New Jersey pest control professionals report that many other creatures that spend the warmer months outdoors are now looking for a warm spot to hunker down in to escape the upcoming blast of Old Man Winter.
It may begin as an unexplained bang here or there, or maybe some strange scratching noises, or perhaps you’ll hear scampering in your attic, ceiling or wall voids. The threat of rodents entering your attic is a problem says pest control experts. Raccoons and squirrels are common rodents that invade homes as the winter months approach. These pests often cause serious problems for residents in New York and New Jersey as they chew through electrical wiring causing electrical shorts and a fire hazard. Once these pests arrive, they send pheromones out to others of their species inviting them to join them.
Raccoons are extremely agile creatures that will gain access to your home by tearing attic vents, soffits, and even shingles and roofing boards up. Their paws are strong and resemble those of a human with long claws attached. Raccoons are curious creatures and scavengers that leave a trail of destruction in their wake. Raccoons use attics at a nesting site to raise their young and reside as a family. They defecate and urinate at will, causing serious damage and health threats to humans.
Squirrels may seem fun to watch as they frolic in the trees and garden, but once they gain access to your home, they are a menacing pest to encounter. Squirrels can squeeze into small openings and gain access to an attic. If they opportunity presents itself, squirrels won’t hesitate to venture into the main area of the house, helping themselves to food and causing enormous damage as well.
Raccoon and squirrels should not be poisoned to be eliminated and should instead be trapped by a licensed pest control professional with experience in rodent removal services. For expert services in New York and New Jersey, contact Stern Environmental Group.