How Croydon's Wooded Edges Bring Squirrels Onto Rooflines
Woodland backing onto Selsdon
Selsdon sits on high ground close to woodland in the south-east of the borough, and mature trees overhanging nearby roofs let grey squirrels cross straight from branch to tile or fascia with barely a jump. First light and dusk are when it's usually noticed, since that's when activity in the loft is loudest.
Semi-rural gardens around Coulsdon
Coulsdon's larger gardens back onto more open land, and the mature trees close to the house there offer much the same access on quieter streets. Chewed timber or flattened insulation tends to be what's actually found, usually some time after a squirrel has already settled into a routine.
Signs to Look For
- Scratching, running or gnawing sounds in the loft, especially early morning and dusk
- Chewed timber, insulation or cabling in the loft space
- A visible entry point — damaged fascia, soffit or roof tiles
- Squirrels seen repeatedly entering the roofline from a nearby tree or fence
Repairing a Roof Squirrels Have Been Using
A weak point that's let a squirrel in once won't hold on its own — it needs a proper repair, not a quick block, once trapping's done.
