Squirrel Proof Roof Vents

This style of vent claims to be wildlife proof but is easily chewed open by squirrels.

Squirrel proof roof vents.

The design pictured below is touted as a wildlife proof roof vent and while it does a good job of keeping out birds and bats it most certainly can t stop raccoons squirrels and mice that have the ability to chew through the aluminum. Inspect your roof and walls for holes where a squirrel may gain entry. Each of these entries shown in the video needs shoring up with squirrel proof repairs. Peak protector protects your metal roof vent caps from wildlife intrusion.

Cover or eliminate for attic vents to be considered squirrel proof we recommend one of two methods. You can use a squirrel proof roof vent cover to prevent squirrels from getting inside your attic. Enter attic with squirrel gone squirrel removal liquid spray bottle make sure spray mechanism is set on stream and begin spraying liquid in a steady stream into the soffit areas. Use a ladder and flashlight to inspect the roof along soffits eaves ridges and valleys.

Aluminum roof vent covers these are typical roof vent covers that act as a deterrent from wild squirrels. They come in two sizes that fit just about all vents and we even offer an extra large custom vent shield for the rare 4 inch vent found on older homes. Various covers exist to act as a seal or barrier blocking off the entry of squirrels into and out of the attic. This pipe is effective attractive.

Once the squirrels have been removed the second step is making solid and attractive repairs. Critter quitters are easy to install by either a home owner or professional don t require any special tools and add a nice look to your roof. Peak protector looks great and keeps those bats rats mice and squirrels from accessing the attic area under the metal roofs. 1 the first method is to make a cage of heavy gauge galvanized wire and attach it to the roof over the vent.

To install use a pair of snips and notch the metal ridge vent guard around each standing seam and screw into place. Inspect along the edges where. Squirrels without a memory of this attic as home will be less motivated to excavate through stout repairs.