Eastern gray squirrels are the most common attic invaders in the CSRA, gnawing their way into soffits and eaves to nest — especially in late winter and late summer.

How to identify the Eastern Gray Squirrel

Familiar gray (sometimes brownish) tree squirrels with a bushy tail, 9–12 inches in the body. In attics they are heard more than seen.

Behavior & biology

Excellent climbers, they travel branches and power lines to roof edges and gnaw entry points into attics, where they nest and cache food.

Why Eastern Gray Squirrels are a problem

They gnaw wiring — a real fire risk — shred insulation, and chew structural wood. Nesting females bring litters into attics twice a year.

Signs of an infestation

Daytime scratching and scampering in the attic, gnawed entry holes at the roofline, droppings in insulation, and chewed wiring or wood.

How we handle Eastern Gray Squirrels in the CSRA

The fix is humane removal followed by sealing every entry point. Our rodent & wildlife control handles squirrels and the exclusion work. Call 803-226-3155 to schedule. Browse the full pest library.