3.Squirrels and Chipmunks
Like mice and rats, chipmunks and squirrels are rodents. If they get into your home, they can chew on electrical wires and insulation and cause a fair bit of damage. But that’s likely because they’re just trying to get out. Squirrels and chipmunks almost never carry rabies and don’t usually try to bite people. But they can carry parasites such as fleas and ticks.
4.How to Keep Out Squirrels and Chipmunks
To keep them from coming in, screen the top of your chimney and seal holes around doors and windows. Trim trees to 8 feet from your roof. If one gets into your house, close doors that lead to interior spaces, and open a window or door that leads outside. Make sure kids and pets are in another room. The squirrel or chipmunk should show itself out. If it doesn’t, try baiting a humane trap with peanut butter.
