Squirrel Control in Ealing: what we see locally
With its parks, mature trees and long back gardens, Ealing has one of the largest grey squirrel populations in west London. In autumn and late winter, squirrels look for warm places to nest, and lofts are a perfect fit.
Once inside, squirrels chew through electrical cables, loft insulation and timber, and can damage water tanks. We regularly remove squirrels from lofts in roads near Walpole Park, Gunnersbury Park, Pitshanger Park and Ealing Common, where tree branches reach rooftops. Our technicians trap the squirrels, remove them in line with the law, and identify the entry point so you can get it repaired.
Where we find squirrels in Ealing
- Lofts near parks and mature trees: Branches overhanging roofs give squirrels a direct route onto the roof and under the tiles.
- Gaps at eaves and fascia boards: Squirrels gnaw rotten fascia boards on older Ealing houses to get into the loft.
- Roof junctions and dormers: Loft conversions and dormer windows can leave gaps where squirrels get in.
- Garden sheds and outbuildings: Squirrels also nest in sheds and garden offices in Ealing's long back gardens.
Our squirrel control service covers the whole of Ealing (W3, W5, W7, W13, UB1, UB2, UB5 and UB6), including Acton, Ealing, Greenford, Hanwell, Northolt, Perivale, Pitshanger, Southall and West Ealing, with same-day or next-day visits.
Keeping squirrels out of Ealing homes
Cut back branches so they're at least two metres from your roof, and check fascia boards and soffits for soft or rotten timber, especially on older Ealing houses. Have any holes at the eaves repaired with metal mesh or new timber. If you feed birds, use squirrel-proof feeders. Never block a hole while squirrels may still be inside, as they'll chew a new way out or die in the loft.
How we treat squirrels
- Loft and roofline inspection to find entry points
- Humane, legal removal in line with UK wildlife law
- Regular checks during the treatment period
- Proofing of entry holes with mesh once squirrels are cleared
Squirrel Control prices in Ealing
Same price for flats and houses. Includes follow-up visits and free advice on proofing and prevention. No VAT to add.
Squirrel Control in Ealing: your questions
How much does squirrel control cost in Ealing?
Squirrel control in Ealing costs £340 for flats and houses, with no VAT to add. The price is fixed before we visit, with no call-out charge.
How do I know I have squirrels rather than rats?
Squirrels are noisy in the early morning and late afternoon, while rats are mostly active at night. Squirrel droppings are larger and rounder. We'll confirm on the visit.
Will squirrels come back after removal?
They can if the entry point stays open. We'll show you where they got in so it can be repaired, ideally soon after the squirrels have been removed.
Want to know the signs of squirrels, the health risks and how to tell them apart from other pests? Read our complete squirrel control guide or see all pest control in Ealing.