Eastern gray squirrels
The most common squirrel in Loudoun County. Active during the day, they nest in attics and chew to enlarge small openings.
- Attics, soffits and roof vents
- Often have two litters a year
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Squirrel removal in Ashburn, VA. Humane, and made to last.
Squirrels in the attic chew wiring, tear up insulation and raise families above your ceiling. Our licensed Loudoun County technicians remove them humanely, repair the entry points and help you keep them out.
- Humane removal methods
- Entry point repair included in the plan
- Free quotes, no obligation
- Licensed and insuredVirginia certified applicators
- Humane methodsWe follow Virginia wildlife rules
- Whole-roof inspectionRoofline to chimney
- Written quotesPrice confirmed before work
- Locally operatedAshburn and Loudoun County
Why do squirrels move into Ashburn attics?
Squirrels look for a warm, dry, protected place to nest, especially in cold weather and when raising young. An attic, soffit or chimney is ideal. Gray squirrels often have two litters a year, one in late winter and another in summer, so a single squirrel can quickly become a family.
Many Ashburn neighborhoods have mature oaks, hickories and walnut trees, and branches that overhang roofs make access easy. Once inside, squirrels chew wood and wiring, which can be a fire risk, tear up insulation and leave droppings. Small entry holes get larger as squirrels gnaw, so it pays to act early.
Squirrels we remove in Ashburn and Loudoun County
Different squirrels are active at different times, which affects how and when we remove them. Illustrations show typical looks.
Fox squirrels
Larger, rusty-orange squirrels that prefer open woodland and can still use attics and chimneys for nests.
- Chimneys, sheds and eaves
- Less common than gray squirrels
Southern flying squirrels
Small, nocturnal squirrels that glide between trees. They often nest in groups in attics during cold weather.
- Attics, wall voids, soffits
- Noisy at night, not by day
How squirrels get into your home
We check every one of these on an inspection.
Roof and attic vents
Squirrels chew through weak screens and plastic vents. Metal covers hold up.
Uncapped chimneys
An open flue is an easy way in, and squirrels can get stuck inside. A cap closes it.
Roofline and soffit gaps
Small gaps at the fascia and soffit get bigger as squirrels chew.
Branches touching the roof
Limbs within a few feet of the roof act as a bridge to eaves and vents.
Signs of squirrels in the attic or on the roof
- Scratching, thumping or running overhead, often in the morning and afternoon
- Chewed holes at the roofline, soffits, vents or fascia
- Droppings and nests of leaves, twigs and shredded insulation
- Chewed wiring or lights that flicker
- Squirrels carrying nesting material into the roof
- Odd noises at night, which can point to flying squirrels
Hearing something small and quick? It may be mice or rats. See our mice and rat control and rodent exclusion pages.
Our squirrel removal services
We recommend a plan after the inspection, based on the squirrels, the roof and any damage.
Squirrel inspection
We inspect the roof, soffits, vents, chimney and attic to find every entry point and any nests, droppings and damage.
Humane squirrel removal
We remove squirrels using one-way exclusion doors or live traps where appropriate, with care for any young, and follow Virginia wildlife rules.
Entry point repair and proofing
We repair and seal damaged areas and install vent covers, chimney caps and screens made from durable metal.
Attic cleanup and sanitizing
We remove droppings and soiled insulation and recommend replacement and sanitizing where needed.
Also see our wildlife control, raccoon removal and attic cleanup pages.
Our squirrel removal process
We check for young before any work and explain the plan in writing first.
Book a squirrel inspectionInspect
We check the roof, soffits, vents, chimney and attic, and look for young, nests and damage.
Remove
We remove squirrels humanely, using one-way doors or live traps where appropriate.
Repair
We repair and seal entry points with vent covers, chimney caps and durable metal.
Restore
We recommend attic cleanup and tree trimming so squirrels do not return.
Squirrel removal near you: local insights for Ashburn
We work across Loudoun County every day, so we know where squirrels turn up in our neighborhoods.
Mature trees and wooded buffers
Communities such as Ashburn Village, Ashburn Farm, Belmont and Broadlands have mature oaks and tree buffers close to roofs, which gives squirrels easy access to attics.
Trails, streams and green space
Homes near the W&OD Trail, Broad Run and neighborhood greenways are used to a steady squirrel population. Trimming branches back from the roof is a simple first step.
Newer homes
In Brambleton and South Riding, builder gaps at rooflines, vents and soffits are common entry points as squirrels chew small openings larger. We seal and cap them with durable materials.
Acorn season and cold snaps
Fall, when squirrels store food, and winter, when they look for warmth, are the busiest times for attic calls in Loudoun County. Spring and summer litters add another peak.
Townhomes and condos
Connected rooflines in townhome communities can let squirrels move from one unit to the next. We coordinate with neighbors and HOAs on repairs.
Offices, shops and restaurants
Landscaped trees around One Loudoun, Brambleton Town Center and commercial buildings along the Dulles Greenway corridor can lead squirrels to rooftop units, vents and signage. We service businesses around your hours.
Squirrel season in Northern Virginia
Late winter
The first litters arrive. Attics are warm and protected, so calls pick up.
Spring and summer
Young squirrels grow and a second litter may follow. Check for young before any sealing.
Fall
Squirrels gather acorns and look for shelter before cold weather.
Winter
Cold snaps push squirrels, including flying squirrels, into attics and wall voids.
How to keep squirrels out of your home
Simple steps that make removal and repairs last.
- Trim branches back from the roof, at least several feet if possible
- Install a chimney cap and metal vent covers
- Repair gaps at the soffit, fascia and roofline
- Secure trash bins and keep bird feeders away from the house
- Do not feed squirrels or leave pet food outside
- Never seal an opening if you think young are inside
Dealing with other pests too? See our full list of pest control services, or the home prevention checklist.
Why Ashburn homeowners choose us for squirrel removal
Humane and careful
We check for young first and use humane methods that follow Virginia wildlife rules.
We fix the cause
We repair entry points and add chimney caps and vent covers, so squirrels do not return.
Clear, written quotes
You know the price and the plan before work begins.
Squirrels in the attic or chimney?
Call and ask about same-day service for wildlife in the home.
(703) 555-0142
Monday to Saturday, 7 am to 7 pm
Squirrel removal FAQs for Ashburn
How do I know if I have squirrels in my attic?
Squirrels are mostly active during the day, so you may hear scratching, thumping or running in the attic or roof in the morning and late afternoon. Other signs are chewed wood or wiring, droppings, nests of leaves and insulation, and damage at the roofline or vents. Flying squirrels are active at night.
Are there baby squirrels in my attic?
Gray squirrels often have young in late winter and again in summer. We check for babies before any work and handle them carefully, because sealing a mother out can leave young trapped inside. Do not seal an opening yourself if you think there are babies.
Can I remove squirrels myself?
We do not recommend it. Squirrels can bite and scratch, and you may miss young or other entry points. Poor DIY sealing can trap animals inside or lead to more damage. A professional can remove squirrels humanely and fix the entry points.
How do you remove squirrels humanely?
We inspect to find every entry point, use one-way exclusion doors or live traps where appropriate, remove the animals and then seal the openings. We follow Virginia wildlife regulations and explain the plan before work begins.
Will squirrels come back after removal?
They can if the entry points are not repaired. Sealing the roofline, vents and chimney, and trimming branches that touch the roof, greatly reduces the chance of a repeat problem.
How much does squirrel removal cost?
It depends on the number of squirrels, the number and height of entry points and the repairs needed. We give a written quote after an inspection, so you know the price before work starts.
Can squirrels damage my home?
Yes. They chew wood, vents and wiring, which can be a fire risk, and they tear up insulation and leave droppings. Small entry holes get bigger over time, so early action protects your home.
Get your free squirrel removal quote
Tell us what you are hearing or seeing and we will call you back the same business day. Prefer to talk now? Call us.
(703) 555-0142- Free, no-obligation quote
- Same-business-day callback
- Price confirmed in writing