Wildlife Shield provides humane Squirrel removal services focused on resolving attic and roofline intrusions without harming the animals. Our process uses one-way doors to allow squirrel to exit the structure safely while preventing re-entry.

Licensed & insured • Local technicians • Process Driven

Squirrel Removal Services in Richmond Hill

Squirrel removal using humane one-way doors, entry point identification, and exclusion to prevent re-entry into attics, chimneys, and rooflines.
289-814-2496

2 Year Service Warranty

All Squirrel removals requiring structural exclusion work is completed, a 2-year exclusion warranty applies to sealed access points.

Warranty coverage depends on structure, and findings at inspection. Full terms are reviewed prior to treatment or service. 

Squirrel Removal and Exclusion Services in Richmond Hill

Squirrel activity in Richmond Hill homes is most commonly associated with roofline and attic access. Squirrels enter through gaps along soffits, fascia boards, roof vents, and construction seams, often establishing nesting areas inside attics where activity may go unnoticed at first.

Our squirrel removal and exclusion services in Richmond Hill focus on identifying how access is occurring and where squirrels are nesting within the structure. Inspection is used to confirm entry points, assess attic activity, and evaluate exterior conditions contributing to repeated intrusion.

Richmond Hill homes vary in roof design, age, and surrounding tree cover. Overhanging branches, nearby power lines, and roofline transitions often create direct access routes. Without proper exclusion, squirrels frequently return to the same access points year after year.

Control measures are selected based on inspection findings and emphasize humane removal methods combined with exclusion work. Sealing identified entry points is critical, as removal alone does not prevent re-entry.

By addressing access routes and nesting patterns rather than reacting to noise or sightings alone, our approach is designed to resolve current activity and reduce the likelihood of recurring squirrel problems.

 

LICENSED. INSURED. PROFESSIONAL.

 

  • Licensed by the Ontario Ministry of the Environment

  • Fully insured for residential and commercial work

  • Local technicians trained in inspection-based pest control

  • Structured documentation and service records for every job

  • Service warranties explained prior to work taking place

Member of the Structural Pest Management Association of Ontario (SPMAO)
Supporting professional training, industry standards, and responsible pest management practices in Ontario.

What sets us apart

  • Assessment
    Squirrel activity is assessed by identifying entry points, nesting areas, and signs of use along rooflines, attics, vents, soffits, and exterior openings. This establishes how squirrels are entering the structure and where activity is occurring.

  • Approach
    Removal focuses on humane methods that allow squirrels to exit the structure safely while preventing re-entry. Timing is carefully considered during baby season to ensure dependent young are addressed appropriately before exclusion proceeds.

  • Removal
    One-way doors are installed at confirmed entry points, allowing squirrels to leave on their own. Activity is monitored to confirm all animals have exited before devices are removed or exclusion work is completed.

  • Follow-Up (If Required)
    Once removal is complete, entry points are sealed and vulnerable areas reinforced to reduce the risk of re-entry. Follow-up services or warranty options may be recommended to support long-term results.

 

How We Treat Squirrel Removal Service Calls

You call

You speak with experienced staff who review reported signs of squirrel activity and confirm whether entry into the structure may be occurring. Urgency is assessed based on attic involvement, noise patterns, or potential structural impact, and a service visit is scheduled accordingly.

 

Inspection

On site, the technician inspects rooflines, attics, vents, soffits, and exterior openings to identify entry points, nesting areas, and movement pathways. This inspection determines how squirrels are accessing the structure and which removal approach is required.

 

Humane Removal

Removal is carried out using humane one-way doors installed at confirmed entry points, allowing squirrels to exit safely while preventing re-entry. During baby season, additional steps are taken to ensure dependent young are addressed appropriately before exclusion proceeds.

Recommendations

Following removal, findings are documented and clear recommendations are provided for exclusion and repair work to prevent re-entry. Follow-up visits or warranty-backed exclusion options may be recommended based on the structure and level of activity.

If you are dealing with a squirrel problem call: 289-814-2496

Squirrel Patterns We See In Richmond Hill Homes​

Squirrel activity in Richmond Hill homes tends to follow a small number of repeatable patterns, even though properties vary in age, roof design, and surrounding landscape. Recognizing these patterns is key to understanding how squirrels gain access and why activity often returns.

One of the most common patterns involves roofline entry at soffits, fascia boards, roof vents, and construction seams. Squirrels frequently exploit these areas to access attics, particularly where materials have shifted or aged over time.

Homes with overhanging tree branches, nearby power lines, or adjacent structures often experience repeated squirrel activity. These features provide direct access routes to the roof, allowing squirrels to bypass ground-level barriers entirely.

Another recurring pattern involves attic nesting during breeding seasons. Squirrels establish nests in insulated attic spaces, leading to noise, insulation disturbance, and repeated movement along the same interior pathways.

In many cases, activity returns after removal when entry points are not properly sealed. Squirrels are persistent and will reuse proven access points or create new ones nearby if exclusion work is incomplete. By identifying which pattern is present at a specific property, squirrel removal can be approached methodically. This allows removal and exclusion efforts to focus on access routes and nesting areas rather than reacting only to noise or sightings.

Why Squirrel Problems Keep Coming Back Without Exclusion

  • Primary entry points remain open. Gaps along soffits, fascia boards, roof vents, and roofline seams allow squirrels to re-enter even after animals are removed.
  • Removal alone does not prevent return. Squirrels are territorial and will attempt to regain access to proven nesting sites if entry points are not sealed.
  • Roofline access routes remain available. Overhanging branches, power lines, and nearby structures continue to provide easy access to the roof when not addressed.
  • Breeding seasons repeat annually. Attics that supported nesting once are likely to be reused during future breeding seasons if exclusion is not completed.
  • Structural damage continues to worsen. Chewed openings and weakened materials expand over time, making re-entry easier and increasing repair scope.
  • New squirrels replace removed animals. When access points remain open, different squirrels can move in even if the original animals do not return.

Because these issues follow predictable patterns, effective squirrel control in Richmond Hill starts with a proper inspection.

Every Richmond Hill House Is Different. Squirrel Patterns Repeat

Homes in Richmond Hill vary widely in roof design, construction age, and surrounding tree cover. Soffit construction, roofline complexity, attached garages, and proximity to branches or power lines all influence how squirrels gain access to a structure.

What remains consistent are the patterns behind squirrel activity. Squirrels return to the same types of roofline openings, reuse proven entry points, and follow predictable routes into attic spaces when conditions allow. These patterns repeat regardless of the size or style of the home.

This is why effective squirrel control cannot rely on removal alone. Identifying which access and nesting pattern is present allows removal and exclusion work to be applied where it will prevent repeat intrusion.

By focusing on inspection, humane removal, and exclusion, squirrel control becomes a process of reducing ongoing access rather than repeatedly responding to noise or sightings. This approach provides more reliable long-term results for Richmond Hill homeowners.

Arrange a Service Call: 289-814-2496