# How to Close the Gap in an Attic Against Squirrels
Many people consider wild squirrels to be cute and harmless arboreal rodents until they take refuge in an attic. Squirrels see an attic as a safe refuge from predators such as raccoons and owls to give birth to the next generation. Although removing the squirrels from the attic can be difficult, closing the gap your resident squirrels made is relatively simple. The squirrels may try to come back inside, but as long as your patchwork is done correctly, you should not fear returning tenants.
Things You'll Need
- Steel mesh screen
- Steel bolts
- Wall sealant
- Caulking
Instructions
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Cut a piece of steel mesh screen that is at least six inches wider than the gap you are covering. This ensures that the persistent squirrels do not simply chew around your patch by attacking the weakened area of the wall.
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Secure the sheet of steel mesh over the gap with heavy-duty steel bolts. Squirrels cannot chew through steel and this will act as a deterrent.
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Look around the interior and exterior of the attic for other holes and gaps that a squirrel could fit through. Close any holes with sealant or caulking to keep squirrels and other wildlife from invading the attic.
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Exterior Home Repair
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- How to Replace the Attic Fascia
- How to Close an Attic Vent During the Winter
- How to Close Off Attic Vents
- How to Remove Squirrels From the Attic
- How to Build a Walkway in the Attic
- How to Close Up Attic Dormers
- How to Adjust the Seal on Drop-down Attic Stairs
- How to Deter Squirrels in the Attic With a High Pitch
- How to Repel a Raccoon in the Attic
- How to Locate a Squirrel in the Attic
- How to Put a Subwoofer in the Attic
