Canvey Island is a low-lying place with many bungalows and dense housing, and grey squirrels are more at home here than you might think. Gardens, fences and the odd tall tree give them a path to low roofs, where the loft is only a short climb from the gutter. If you hear scratching overhead, we can sort it out.
Our technician carries out a survey, finds the way in and explains what needs doing before work begins. We cover homes and businesses across the SS8 postcode and treat every roof with the same care, whether it is a small bungalow or a larger commercial building.
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A bungalow roof is close to the ground, so a squirrel does not need a tall tree to get at it. A fence, a shed or a climbing plant is often enough. On Canvey Island, where housing is dense and many roofs are low, the eaves, fascias and soffits are within easy reach, and a small gap or loose board can quickly become a doorway.
Once in the loft a squirrel builds a nest of torn insulation, and you may hear it most clearly at dawn and dusk. Because bungalow loft spaces are often shallow, noise carries down into the rooms below. You might also find gnawed timber, chewed cables or droppings. Dealing with it early limits the damage and the mess, and it spares the people below weeks of broken sleep.
Grey squirrels are covered by legal rules on how they may be handled, and they cannot just be taken somewhere and let go. Our technician takes care of this lawfully, using humane live-capture traps and other lawful methods where appropriate. The traps are checked regularly, we keep them out of the way of pets and children, and we explain what is happening at each stage so you are never left guessing.
On Canvey Island we start with a careful look at the whole roofline and the loft, noting where the squirrel is going in and out and whether there is a nest. Because there is estuary weather to consider, we also look at the condition of timber and sealing, as damp or rotting wood can make it easier for squirrels to gnaw their way in.
Once the squirrel has gone from your Canvey Island home, the roofline needs to be closed up so it does not come back. We repair or cover damaged fascias and soffits, fill gaps and fit mesh at vents, choosing materials that will cope with exposed coastal conditions. We also cover Leigh-on-Sea, Basildon and Southend-on-Sea if you own a property outside the island, and we can look at those roofs as well.
We cover towns and villages across Essex. Choose your area to see how squirrel control works locally.
If something heavy is scampering across your ceiling in daylight, grey squirrels are a likely cause, and acting early limits the damage they can do.
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Squirrels gnaw constantly, and in a loft that can mean damaged timber, soiled insulation and chewed cables long before anyone sees the animal.
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Most household pests leave clues behind, and learning to read droppings, damage, noises and timing will help you decide what you are dealing with and what to do next.
Read the guide →Yes. Grey squirrels are widespread across Essex and use gardens, fences and trees to reach roofs, including low bungalow roofs. If you hear daytime scratching in the loft, especially at dawn and dusk, it is worth having it checked.
Yes. We survey roof voids of all sizes, including shallow bungalow lofts, and check the outside of the roof as well. If part of the space is difficult to reach, our technician will explain how we can deal with it safely.
Yes. A gap that has let one squirrel in will usually let another one in later. Closing it with repairs and mesh helps stop a repeat. We cannot promise it will last forever, but good proofing makes another visit unlikely.
Tell us what you have found and roughly where it is. We will come back to you — or call 01245 327 274 if it is urgent.
