Silver Bullet Pest ControlScratching above the bedroom ceiling at sunrise, a chewed hole in the soffit, or a squirrel running along the gutter and disappearing into the roof? Here's what squirrel removal costs depend on — and the one shortcut that almost always ends up costing more.
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Squirrel removal cost depends on how many entry holes the squirrels are using, how high and steep the roof is, whether babies are in the attic, and how much sealing, repair and attic cleanup the house needs afterward. Most of the price is in exclusion and repair, not the removal itself, because a squirrel job isn't finished until every opening is closed. We inspect and give a free quote; call or text 973-510-2585.
Squirrel jobs are priced on the house, not the squirrel. These are the factors that move the number:
| Factor | Smaller job | Bigger job |
|---|---|---|
| Entry points | One hole at a roof return or vent | Several holes, or weak spots all around the roofline |
| Roof height and pitch | Ranch or low roof, reachable by ladder | Three-story or steep roof that needs extra setup and safety gear |
| Babies | No young in the attic | A nest with young that must be handled first |
| Where they are | Attic only | Attic plus wall voids, soffits or a chimney |
| Damage | Small gnawed gap | Chewed fascia, soffit, siding, vents or wiring |
| Attic condition | Little nesting and droppings | Soiled or packed-down insulation, strong odor |
| Prevention extras | None | Gutter guards, vent covers, chimney cap, trimming access |
That's why a phone price without an inspection is usually a guess. Our quote is free and based on what we actually see on your roof.
A proper squirrel job has three pieces. Comparing quotes is much easier once you know which ones are included:
Squirrels usually use one main entrance but know several. We find them all, confirm whether there's a nest, and choose the removal method that fits the house and the season.
This is most of the cost and most of the value. Squirrels can chew through wood, vinyl, plastic vents and soft metal, so sealing has to use materials they can't easily get through.
Not every house needs this. If squirrels lived there a while, the attic usually does. We handle odor control, HEPA cleanup and attic insulation removal and replacement ourselves.
Gray squirrels in New Jersey typically have young twice a year — one litter in late winter to early spring and another in late summer. Mothers often choose a warm, quiet attic for the nest.
If you hear high-pitched chirping or squeaking in the attic in spring or late summer, mention it when you call. Learn more on our baby squirrel and raccoon season page.
Squirrel inside the living space? Close the room door, open a window to the outside if you can, and call or text 973-510-2585. See squirrel in my house.
We walk the roofline and, where we can, the attic, looking for holes, chew marks, droppings, nesting and signs of young.
Main holes, backup holes and weak spots that will become the next hole — roof returns, gable vents, ridge vents and soffit gaps.
One-way exit device or trapping, depending on the house, the number of squirrels and whether babies are present.
Chewed wood, vents and trim, plus any attic cleanup or insulation work, so nothing is a surprise later.
One price for the work described. Same-day appointments are often available closer to Garfield.
The part of a squirrel bill that grows the most is the part people don't see: what happened in the attic while the squirrels lived there.
More on repair work: wildlife damage repair and attic insulation removal and replacement.
If a squirrel or a nest is still inside, it chews right back out — or a new hole appears next to the patch.
Smells and sprays rarely move a squirrel that has already nested. Mothballs in an attic are outside the product label and fill the house with fumes.
Remove one squirrel and the holes stay open. Another squirrel moves in, sometimes within days.
Squirrels know their backup holes. If the weak spots stay open, they come back through those.
The value is in closing the house for good. Compare home remedies with full removal, exclusion and repair.
It depends on your policy, and the answer is often "partly or not at all." Many policies exclude damage from rodents and squirrels, treating it as a maintenance issue. Some may cover a sudden, related loss — for example, if chewed wiring causes a fire or a leak — but that's between you and your insurer.
What helps if you do make a claim:
We can photograph what we find during the inspection so you have a record. Always check your own policy and talk to your agent before assuming coverage either way.
Tell us what you're hearing and where, and send a photo of the hole or roofline if you can. We'll inspect and give you a written price for removal, sealing and any repair.
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It depends on how many holes they use, how high the roof is, whether there are babies, and how much sealing, repair and cleanup the house needs. Removal is usually the smaller part; exclusion and repair make up most of the cost. We inspect and give a free, written quote.
Because exclusion is what actually solves the problem. Trapping removes animals but leaves the holes open for the next squirrel. Exclusion means finding and sealing every opening with chew-resistant material, which takes more time, ladders and materials, but stops repeat visits.
The first visit usually handles the inspection and starts removal. Squirrels typically leave through a one-way device within a few days, then we confirm the attic is clear and finish sealing. Jobs with babies or many entry points can take longer.
It can look cheaper, but DIY often costs more over time. Sealing a hole with a squirrel or babies still inside leads to new holes and odors, and repellents rarely work. Working on a roof is also dangerous. A professional job closes the house once.
Only if the quote says so, so always ask. Our quotes list removal, sealing and any repairs to chewed wood, vents, soffits or fascia, plus attic cleanup or insulation work if it's needed, so you see the whole job up front.
Usually because there were other holes, the patch used a material squirrels can chew, or a squirrel was still inside. Squirrels test weak spots constantly. Sealing every opening with sturdy material after the attic is clear is what stops them.
They can. Squirrels gnaw to keep their teeth worn down, and wires are a common target. If you see chewed wire insulation in the attic, have a licensed electrician check it, since damaged wiring can be a fire hazard.
As soon as you know they're there, but the method depends on the season. In late winter to spring and late summer, babies may be present and must be handled before sealing. Calling early keeps the job smaller and avoids damage spreading.
Yes. Silver Bullet Pest Control is licensed by the NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife for wildlife work, holds NJ License 90568B and has over 15 years of experience. We're based in Garfield and serve Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Hudson counties.
Yes. We remove nesting and droppings, handle odor control and HEPA cleanup, and remove and replace attic insulation when it's too soiled to keep. We include it in the quote if your attic needs it.
Depende de cuántos huecos usan, la altura del techo, si hay crías y cuánta reparación necesita la casa. Le damos un presupuesto gratis. Llame al 973-510-2585; hablamos español.
From our base in Garfield we handle squirrels across Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Hudson counties.
Updated November 2026 by the Silver Bullet Pest Control team, Garfield, NJ • NJ License 90568B
