Wildlife Noises
Deciphering Infestation Noises in Your Home
If you’re hearing strange noises in your attic or walls, you likely have an animal infestation. Identifying the sound is the first step toward control. Loud thumping or scurrying sounds in the attic could be signs of raccoons or squirrels. In contrast, smaller rodents like a mouse or rat produce subtle, rapid scratching sounds. Chirping or fluttering sounds are common indicators of birds in the attic or near ventilation areas. Paying attention to when and where these noises occur can help narrow down the species involved, making it easier to address the problem quickly.
Pay attention to the time of day: Noises at night (like scratching and thumping) suggest nocturnal pests such as raccoons or bats in the attic (listen for fluttering or squeaking). Morning scratching sounds are typically a sign of a squirrel in the attic or walls, as they are most active at dawn.
Whether you hear scratching in the walls or ceiling or need to know how to identify squirrels in walls by sound, these distinct animal noises point directly to the specific wildlife removal service you need to restore peace and protect your home from damage.
Did You Hear That?
What does a raccoon in the attic sound like?
How to identify squirrels in walls by sound
Scratching and scurrying noises at night — what animal?
Thumping sounds in attic — signs of rodents or raccoons
Why does my ceiling sound like something is moving?
By Animal Type:
Squirrel in attic — scratching noises
Raccoon in walls — loud thumping or thuds
Mouse or rat in crawlspace — scurrying sounds
Bat in attic — fluttering or squeaking noises
By Location:
Scratching in attic vs. walls vs. ceiling
Sounds coming from crawlspace or basement
Noises near vents or chimneys
By Time of Day / Frequency:
Noises at night — nocturnal animals like raccoons or bats
Morning scratching sounds — squirrels active at dawn
Constant low-level noise vs. occasional loud sounds