Squirrel Control in Leeds
Scratching and running in the loft? A grey squirrel in the roof chews cables — a real fire risk — and it won't move on by itself.
Apex Pest Control Ltd traps squirrels lawfully and proofs your roof so they can't get back in, across Leeds. BPCA-certified, free survey, no call-out fee.
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Lawful Trapping + Proofing
Apex Pest Control Ltd provides professional squirrel control in Leeds and across West Yorkshire. Grey squirrels are an invasive species that cannot lawfully be released once trapped, so Apex Pest Control traps them humanely and proofs the roof entry points so they can't return — because grey squirrels quickly re-invade. Nathan Marshall, the BPCA-certified Leeds technician, carries out a free survey, backed by 40 years of wildlife experience.
Why a Squirrel in the Loft Is a Problem
Apex Pest Control Ltd is called to squirrels in lofts across Leeds, and it is not a problem to ignore.
It's a fire risk
Grey squirrels gnaw roof timbers, pipe lagging and electrical cable insulation — chewed wiring is a recognised fire hazard.
They won't just leave
A grey squirrel builds a nest (drey) in the roof void and returns to it; the noise and damage continue until it is dealt with.
You can't relocate them
By law a trapped grey squirrel cannot be released — so the lawful answer is humane removal plus proofing, not "catch and release".
Apex Pest Control Ltd traps lawfully and proofs the roof so the squirrels can't return — the lasting fix DIY usually misses.
How We Clear It
How Apex Clears Squirrels in Leeds
Apex Pest Control Ltd clears squirrels with a lawful, surveyed programme — trapping and proofing together. Here is the four-step process on every Leeds squirrel job.
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Survey
Apex Pest Control Ltd inspects the loft and roofline, confirms it is grey squirrels, and finds the entry points and the drey.
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Trap lawfully
The technician sets approved traps and checks them daily, removing the squirrels humanely in line with the law.
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Proof the roof
Entry points are sealed, because grey squirrels quickly re-invade from surrounding trees unless the building is proofed.
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Check & advise
Apex Pest Control confirms the loft is clear and advises on trimming overhanging branches and keeping it squirrel-free.
Squirrel control usually takes a few visits, typically three to four, as the loft is cleared. Proofing the roof entry points is quoted after the free survey. Apex attends with no call-out fee.
The Damage Squirrels Do — Real Apex Jobs
Grey squirrels chew their way into the roof and cause real structural damage. These are entry points found on Apex jobs in the Leeds area.
Why Leeds Chooses Apex
Apex Pest Control Ltd is a local, family-run pest control company, a BPCA-certified member, trusted across South and West Yorkshire.
"Nathan surveys your loft, traps the squirrels lawfully and proofs the roof entry points, so they can't come back."
- BPCA Level 2 Award in Pest Management
- RSPH Level 2 qualified — pest management
- Lawful trapping + humane dispatch — in line with the law
- Roof proofing — entry points sealed so squirrels can't return
- Local Leeds technician — attends every job himself
Trap and Proof, Not Just Trap
Apex Pest Control Ltd seals the roof entry points so squirrels can't return — the part DIY usually misses.
40 Years of Wildlife Know-How
Founder Tony Johnson has 40 years of experience across pest control, forestry and wildlife — squirrels included.
Lawful and Honest
Apex Pest Control explains the law clearly — trapped grey squirrels can't be released — and does the job correctly and humanely.
Accredited & Insured
BPCA-certified member, CHAS registered, RSPH Level 2 qualified, with £5M public liability insurance.
Every squirrel job starts with a free survey and an upfront quote — £80 +VAT per visit, no call-out fee. Call Nathan — your local Leeds technician · 0113 390 4270.
Do We Cover Your Area in Leeds?
Apex Pest Control Ltd covers all of Leeds and the surrounding areas, including Roundhay, Headingley, Chapel Allerton, Alwoodley, Adel, Horsforth, Morley, Garforth, Pudsey and Wetherby. Click any area below to centre it on the map.
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Transparent Pricing
Squirrel Control Prices in Leeds
Apex Pest Control Ltd controls squirrels in Leeds with a trapping programme at £80 +VAT per visit, with no call-out fee. Every job is quoted upfront, all plus VAT, with no hidden charges.
Per visit
£80
+ VAT · no call-out fee, ever
- A lawful trapping programme, £80 +VAT per visit
- Usually a few visits, typically three to four, as the loft is cleared
- Proofing the roof entry points is quoted after the free survey
- The price you are given at booking is the price on your invoice
Proofing is priced after the free survey, because every roofline is different. View our full domestic price list.
What Apex Customers Say
"Tom was thorough, returned to clear the problem, and kept me updated."
"Quick, punctual, knowledgeable, trustworthy and reassuring."
"A gem of a company — used them for years. Tony never overplays the treatment needed."
Reviews are genuine and labelled by their true location and platform. Apex does not yet hold Leeds-specific squirrel reviews and does not present any review as a Leeds review.
Pest Intelligence
The Grey Squirrel — What You're Actually Dealing With
The squirrel Apex Pest Control Ltd deals with across Leeds is the grey squirrel, Sciurus carolinensis — an invasive species introduced from North America, and the main reason the native red squirrel has all but disappeared from England.
Grey Squirrels and the Native Red
The grey squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis) was introduced to Britain from North America and has spread across England, out-competing the native red squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris) and carrying disease that the red cannot survive.
Because the grey is an invasive non-native species, the law treats it differently from protected wildlife: once trapped, it cannot lawfully be released. Apex Pest Control Ltd traps humanely, dispatches in line with the law, and proofs the roof so the building is not re-invaded.
Squirrels in Leeds — and Where They Nest
Apex Pest Control Ltd is called to loft squirrels right across Leeds, especially in the leafier, tree-lined suburbs — Roundhay, Alwoodley, Adel and Headingley — where mature trees overhang rooflines and give squirrels easy access.
Once in the roof, they are noisy and destructive, and they return to the same loft year after year unless the entry points are sealed.
Apex Pest Control traps lawfully and proofs the roof, so the problem is solved for good rather than just for the season.
Leeds at a Glance
Squirrel Control Done Lawfully & Humanely
Apex Pest Control Ltd controls squirrels within the law. The grey squirrel is an invasive non-native species, and the law treats it differently from protected wildlife.
- Schedule 9, WCA 1981 — the grey squirrel is listed on Schedule 9 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, which makes it a criminal offence to release a trapped grey squirrel into the wild.
- Humane trapping and dispatch — Apex Pest Control traps humanely and dispatches in line with the law and the Spring Traps Approval Order, checking traps daily.
- Never "catch and release" — Apex never offers relocation of a trapped grey squirrel, which would be illegal.
- BPCA-certified technician — all work is carried out by a BPCA-certified technician.
Sources: GOV.UK — grey squirrels, Forestry Commission and the BPCA.
For Leeds Landlords & Property Managers
Apex Pest Control Ltd also helps Leeds landlords and property managers with loft squirrels — a fast survey, lawful trapping, roof proofing to prevent re-entry, and documented work for the tenancy or maintenance file.
For sites that need ongoing cover, Apex Pest Control Ltd offers scheduled commercial pest management with full documentation. Explore our commercial pest control →
For Landlords & Property Managers
- A fast survey of the loft and roofline
- Lawful trapping and humane removal
- Roof proofing to prevent re-entry
- Documented work for the tenancy or maintenance file
Squirrel Control in Leeds — Your Questions Answered
Answers to the questions Leeds residents ask most often about squirrel control. Each answer is self-contained and mirrored in the page schema.
There's scratching in my loft — is it squirrels?
Daytime scratching and running in the roof is often grey squirrels, which are larger and noisier than rodents. Apex Pest Control Ltd confirms the species on a free survey and checks for the drey and the entry points.
Can you catch and relocate the squirrels?
No. The grey squirrel is listed on Schedule 9 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, so it is a criminal offence to release a trapped grey squirrel. Apex Pest Control Ltd removes them humanely and lawfully, and proofs the roof.
How much does squirrel control cost in Leeds?
Apex Pest Control Ltd runs a trapping programme at £80 + VAT per visit, usually three to four visits, with no call-out fee. Proofing the roof is quoted after the free survey. The price is agreed upfront.
Are squirrels in the loft dangerous?
They can be. Grey squirrels gnaw electrical cable insulation, which is a recognised fire risk, and they damage timbers, insulation and pipework. Apex Pest Control Ltd removes them and proofs the roof to stop the damage.
Will the squirrels come back?
They will if the roof isn't proofed — grey squirrels quickly re-invade from surrounding trees. That is why Apex Pest Control Ltd always seals the entry points, not just traps, for a lasting result.
How do you get squirrels out of the roof?
Apex Pest Control Ltd surveys the loft, sets approved traps and checks them daily, removes the squirrels humanely and lawfully, then proofs the entry points and advises on trimming overhanging branches.
Still have questions about squirrel control in Leeds? Call 0113 390 4270 — book a free survey.
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Squirrels in Your Leeds Loft? Call Apex Today
Apex Pest Control Ltd will survey the roof, trap them lawfully, and proof the entry points so they can't come back — with a free survey and no call-out fee. Call Nathan, your local Leeds technician, on 0113 390 4270, or book a free survey.
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