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There are certain pests we always discuss here on our blog, such as cockroaches, rodents, ants, termites and bed bugs. We didn’t arrive at that decision randomly; for the most part, these are the pests that the majority of homeowners have trouble with. You’ll commonly find these critters terrorizing suburban homes, and we know exactly how to get rid of them.
But there are other pests that can infiltrate your home, especially when it comes to areas like the attic. Since there isn’t any food or people up there, it’s uncommon to find ants, cockroaches or bed bugs. So what kind of pests should you expect to see in the attic?
Answer: Furry ones.
Strangely enough, most of the pests you’ll find in the attic have some kind of fur. That includes, mice, rats, bats and squirrels. According to the website ‘The Attic Pest Authority”, squirrels are the most common type of pest to find in the attic. And when you think about it for a second, it’s easy to see why. Squirrels are natural climbers who love to explore, and thanks to their teeth and claws, they can burrow into small spaces. In fact, squirrels can fit through a space as narrow as 1.5 inches around. So once they find a hole in your roof, they can squeeze in and start wreaking havoc in your attic.
What about the other pests?
Since your attic is probably dark and damp, it makes an inviting spot for bats. Although bats aren’t as common as other pests, they have been known to settle down in building attics. If you don’t spot bats directly, you’ll notice their presence by their droppings. Bat droppings accumulate quickly and smell very strongly.
Rodents (both rats and mice) are also commonly found in the attic. Again, their ability to burrow, scratch and bite allows them to get into these hard-to-reach places, and the quietness of the attic makes it an attractive hiding spot.
Finally, it’s also possible to find termites in the attic – after all, there’s plenty of wood up there. However, termites usually access the home at ground level, which means you should definitely notice signs of their presence before they make it all the way to the attic.
