Job Overview

Location: Toronto, Ontario
Structure: Two-story detached house
Problem: Squirrel activity in the roof
Service: Humane squirrel removal and exclusion
Visits: 2

Summary

Our team completed a two-visit squirrel removal project at a detached home in Toronto after squirrels entered the attic through an open section of the roof’s drip edge. Technician Ardian confirmed active squirrel use of the entry point, safely removed dependent babies from the attic for humane reunification, installed a one-way door for the adult squirrel, and secured approximately 17 feet of vulnerable drip edge with galvanized steel mesh. A follow-up visit confirmed all squirrel activity had ended before the one-way door was removed and the final opening permanently sealed.

Background / Property Context

The homeowner reported hearing squirrel activity coming from the roof area. During the inspection, the technician identified a continuous opening along the drip edge that provided direct access into the attic. The roof design created a vulnerable entry point that required both humane removal and permanent exclusion.

Customer Concern

The homeowner wanted the squirrels removed without harm and requested that the attic entry point be secured to prevent future wildlife access.

Inspection & Findings

During the initial inspection, Ardian confirmed active squirrel activity at the roofline and identified an open drip edge being used as the primary access point into the attic. Dependent squirrel babies were located inside and safely removed for humane reunification with the adult.

The photographs show:

• Open sections of the drip edge before exclusion work.
• A one-way door installed over the primary squirrel entry point.
• Galvanized steel mesh being installed beneath the roof edge to secure approximately 17 feet of vulnerable openings.
• Completed exclusion work protecting the roofline while maintaining normal roof ventilation.

 

Cause Analysis

Open drip edge gaps can provide convenient access into attic spaces for squirrels, particularly where roof construction leaves exposed openings beneath the shingles. Once an entry point is established, squirrels often continue using the same route until it is permanently excluded with durable materials.

Treatment / Removal

During the first visit, Ardian confirmed active squirrel use of the entry point and completed humane removal procedures. Dependent babies were carefully removed from the attic to allow for humane reunification, while a one-way door was installed to allow the adult squirrel to exit without regaining access.

Services completed during the initial visit included:

• Humane removal of the squirrel family.
• Safe removal of dependent babies for reunification.
• Installation of a one-way door at the primary entry point.
• Installation of approximately 17 feet of galvanized steel mesh along the open drip edge.

Exclusion & Repairs

Following confirmation that squirrel activity had ceased, the one-way door was removed during the second visit. The remaining access point was permanently sealed, and the previously installed galvanized steel mesh remained in place to protect the entire vulnerable section of the roofline from future wildlife entry.

 

 

 

Outcome & Confirmation

At the follow-up visit, the homeowner reported no further noises or signs of squirrel activity. Our team removed the one-way door, inspected the completed exclusion work, confirmed the repaired entry point was secure, and verified that no additional wildlife activity was present.

Technician Notes

Ardian confirmed squirrel activity entering through an open drip edge and located dependent babies within the attic. After completing humane removal procedures, a one-way door was installed and approximately 17 feet of drip edge were protected with galvanized steel mesh. During the final visit, the one-way door was removed, the remaining opening was permanently sealed, and no further squirrel activity was reported.