If you hear creepy creaking and scuffling sounds in your attic and hope it's a ghost over squirrels, that's a sign you may need to address a pest problem. While a friendly neighborhood spirit isn't ...

Squirrels may be adorable little creatures, but if you've ever had them tearing up your flower beds, you know how quickly that appreciation can fade. You don't want to harm them, of course, but you do ...

Cayenne pepper does irritate and deter squirrels, but it is not the most effective method for keeping them away. The most effective deterrent for squirrels is to take away the things attracting them ...

Squirrels are opportunistic rodents that look for the easiest way to consume their next meal and that includes your seeds, bulbs, and plants. Once all the easy-to-access food sources are depleted, ...

If you're battling squirrels in your garden, you've probably read about all kinds of tricks and tips to keep them out. You've also probably watched squirrels bypass or ignore many of those methods.

If you’re not sure if you have a pest problem, here are some ways to tell. One way to protect your crops is to set up a barrier with garden covers such as nets, crop cages, tents or hardware cloth.

Fall décor can attract squirrels, chipmunks, and rodents — and once they start snacking, they may look for ways into your home. Scratching or squeaking sounds, unfamiliar odors, and gnaw marks on food ...

AI-generated summary reviewed by our newsroom. Read our AI Policy. Baffles and pole-mounted feeders block squirrel access if placed strategically. Cayenne-mixed seed and caged feeders provide mixed ...