Insulated attics provide useful storage space for many Florida homes. However, dark and seldom visited attics also serve as the ideal nesting spot for invasive wildlife. Nuisance critters, like rodents, raccoons and bats, will often seek out attics for warm shelter from the elements and close access to food and water sources. Once inside, wild animals will quickly nest, breed and spread their infestation throughout your property, causing strange smells and sounds in the process.
The Most Common Critters in Attics
If you are hearing noises in your attic, then some of the most common critter culprits include:
Squirrels
When you hear scurrying sounds from the attic during the daytime, it could definitely be a squirrel. Note that squirrels can be very dangerous and some of them have even caused house fires when left uncaptured.
Bats
If there’s a colony of bats in the attic, they would remain silent all day as these are nocturnal creatures. When the sun finally sets, you may hear high-pitch chirps, a soft fluttering of wings, and light scurrying sounds. Some bats also attempt to climb walls so you might also hear some scratching sounds.
Rats and Mice
Usually soft and fast little footsteps, rats and mice are commonly found in attic spaces. You can sometimes also hear them chewing on wood, paper or plastic materials. When there’s more than one rat or mouse in the attic, you may even hear faint to loud squeaking sounds.
Raccoons and Possums
Since they are nocturnal, they’re usually heard at night but it’s also possible for raccoons and possums to make noises in the attic during the daytime. Raccoons may growl or make calling sounds. Both raccoons and possums can make loud thumping noises.
Get Rid of Critter Noises with Animal Wildlife Trappers
As soon as you hear disturbing critter noises coming from your Central Florida attic, call the wildlife removal experts at Animal Wildlife Trappers. Our licensed and experienced professionals will quickly determine which critters are causing the disturbance and devise a safe and comprehensive removal plan that includes humane trapping and the sealing of entry points. All our treatments are environmentally safe and non-toxic, ensuring the health and safety of your property.
Effective Animal Removal Services in Central Florida
In addition to humane animal removal services, we also offer attic sanitation and odor removal services to ensure that your property is clean from all possible contaminants, germs and diseases the pests may have left behind. Our services are available in Orlando, Sanford, Lake Mary, Apopka, Clermont, Windermere, and nearby areas. To schedule an appointment and receive a free wildlife removal estimate, call us today at 352-267-0546.