2 Common Pests That Love To Invade Attics
Scurrying noises is the one kind of noise that will cause a homeowner’s back of the neck hair stand straight up. After all,those noises coming from the attic are usually a tell-tale sign that you have a pest control problem. What are some commonly found pests in the attic?
Ants
Ants inside a home can be very aggravating for homeowners,and eliminating them can take time. Attics are one place where ants tend to hide. The surefire way to stop an ant infestation is to use a professional pest control company. They will know what kind of ant is hiding in your attic and the best way to get rid of them.
Squirrels
Of all the pests you can get in your attic,squirrels tend to be the most common. This pest loves the attic because of their innate desire to chew on anything and everything. Your attic is their heaven. They’ll chew on wires,beams,insulations and anything you have stored up there.
These pests need only 1.5 inches to get inside your attic. And,even if a hole isn’t that big,they’ll chew their way inside until it is big enough. Eliminate squirrels in your home and address any gaps that could be problematic.
When it comes to attic pests,these are the far more common,but other potential pests that could invade the space include:
- Bats
- Bed bugs
- Fleas
- Snakes
- Skunks
