Imagine you are in your bed, happy to be lying down after a long day but your rest is abruptly interrupted by loud scratching noises coming from your walls or attic.
If these noises persist, chances are you have an unwelcome roommate scratching around within your walls, attic, crawlspaces, or basement.
Animals that invade homes are looking for food and shelter and if they become too comfortable, they may start digging further into your home scratching through wood, drywall, or insulation.
It is best to contact a wildlife control expert such as Attic Solutions if an animal is found in your home.
For professional wildlife removal and attic restoration call: (847) 464-1861
The following are the most common noise-causing home invaders and a description of the noises they make.
Scratching Noises from Bats
Bats are most likely to invade homes in the late summer and fall seasons and they often enter through small openings in the attic. They have a tendency to get stuck in walls and respond by making scratching and squeaking noises as they try to free themselves.
Bats can also form colonies in attics if there is a significant infestation which can be very noisy and cause property damage. The scratching and scurrying noises from bats occur mostly at night because they are nocturnal animals. If you believe your home may have bats due to scratching noises, contact Attic Solutions to have a professional check it out.
Related: Bat Hibernation
Noises from Rats and Mice
Rodents such as rats and mice are among the most common home invaders and they can usually be identified by the scratching noises they make. They can be heard scratching around within walls and ceilings as they seek food and shelter within your home. Attic Solutions can help rid your home of a rat or mouse infestation and implement preventative measures to help keep rodents out of your home.
Related: The differences between rats and mice
Trapped Birds
Birds typically enter homes looking for a nesting spot and their quest sometimes causes them to get stuck in walls, attics, or crawlspaces. As birds try to find a way out, they make scratching and chirping noises or cause a commotion by vigorously flapping their wings. They are most likely to be heard early in the morning as they try searching for food. Make sure to contact Attic Solutions if you suspect a bird infestation in your home.
Related: Watch out for birds nesting in the attic
Noises from Raccoons
Raccoons are known for invading home attics in search of shelter and making homes for themselves out of the insulation. Raccoons are nocturnal animals and can be heard scurrying in the ceiling and making scratching noises in the middle of the night. They are also among the loudest home invaders. It is best to have a professional from Attic Solutions handle a raccoon intrusion as they can be quite wily and dangerous.
Related: Raccoons in the attic
Squirrel Noises
Squirrels most commonly invade homes through the attic from tree tops and they can be heard running, jumping, and scratching in the ceiling. They are most active during the day and make the most noise when coming and going from the house to look for food. Squirrels can be quite tricky to deal with which is why you should contact Attic Solutions if you discover a squirrel in your home.
Related: Removing squirrels in the attic
As soon as you suspect you may have an animal infestation, call us immediately at 847-464-1861 for removal. We are trained professionals and equipped to deal with animal exclusion and removal, including humane live animal trapping (never poisons!).
We will remove the animal and fix any property damage they may have caused. Click to read more about animal removal services from Attic Solutions.