What damage can a cute, little, furry squirrel do?
Well lately we've been seeing so much squirrel damage on tile roofs throughout Central Florida that it almost seems like a conspiracy. These little critters chew through lead flashing, eat through underlayment, build nests in the most damaging possible locations, and sometimes get trapped under tiles and chew their way out — causing serious leaks in the process.
Real Squirrel Damage — Real Central Florida Homes
Every photo below is from an actual tile roof we inspected and repaired right here in Central Florida.
Bad Bad Squirrel
Squirrel ate this roof under-layment causing a bad leak
Nesting damage causing leaks
Squirrel ate this lead flashing around stack vent
Orlando squirrels caused all of this damage
📍 Orlando, FL
Dead squirrel found under tile
📍 Lake Mary, FL
Squirrel ate this hole causing leak
📍 Longwood, FL
Squirrel eats through lead flashing
Under the tiles in Palm Coast — the squirrel apparently got trapped and tried to eat his way out, causing a considerable leak
📍 Palm Coast, FL
Bad squirrel damage — there was a nest here causing leak at chimney/fireplace
📍 Winter Park, FL
Another squirrel nest that caused a leak
📍 Windermere, FL
Squirrel damage — additional photo
Squirrel damage — additional photo
🐿️ Think squirrels might be on your roof?
Squirrel damage to tile roofs is more common than most homeowners realize — and it is almost always hidden under the tiles where you can't see it. By the time you notice a leak the damage may already be extensive.
If you hear scratching or scurrying sounds in your attic or on your roof, or if you notice a leak that came on suddenly with no obvious cause, squirrels may be the culprit. Call us and we'll find out for sure.
Think Squirrels Got Your Roof? Call Us!
We'll find the damage, fix it properly, and make sure your tile roof is sealed up tight. Free estimate in most cases.
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