How to Get Rid of a Dead Squirrel in Your Attic or Behind a Wall
If you’ve noticed a dead squirrel in your attic or behind a wall, you may be wondering how to get rid of it. The dead squirrel’s smell is unpleasant and will remain there for a week or a month. Unless you hire a professional squirrel removal service, you can’t get rid of the smell yourself. Here are some tips to get rid of a dead squirrel.
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Getting rid of a dead squirrel
The smell from a dead squirrel in your home can be unbearable. Not only does it smell terrible, it can also attract flies and maggots, which can lead to an infestation. It may also stain your walls, and its carcass can even pose health hazards. Thankfully, you can easily get rid of a dead squirrel by following these simple steps. First, place the dead squirrel in a garbage bag and seal it tightly. Also, remember to place the garbage bag with cleaning supplies in it. To remove the smell and other bodily fluids, use an enzymatic cleaner or bleach and water. Bleach and water also works well to kill maggots and flies.
Once you’ve identified the exact location of the dead squirrel, proceed to the next step: cleaning up the odor. Often, the smell of decaying flesh is the first sign that a dead squirrel is in the vicinity. Luckily, this smell usually comes from the wall or beam that the dead animal was resting in. You should use a strong-smelling chemical to kill the smell-causing bacteria.
Identifying a dead squirrel
Many homeowners don’t know that they have a dead squirrel in their home until they smell its odor. However, the smell is often muffled. The best way to identify a dead squirrel behind a wall is to smell the wall where the animal was resting before it died. The smell of decomposing body fluids will also be present. Once you have smelt the squirrel’s odor, you need to cut a small hole in the wall and remove the dead animal.
The smell of a dead squirrel will be strongest in places with limited airflow. Therefore, you may need to crawl under your house to find the hidden places. However, it is important to smell every possible place to find a dead squirrel. Smell everywhere and continue to sniff until you find the strongest odor. However, don’t panic. Identifying a dead squirrel behind a wall can be difficult if you have never encountered one before.
Getting rid of a dead squirrel in the attic
If you’ve been investigating the possibility of a dead squirrel in your attic behind a wall, you should know that the animal’s smell is not easily detected. However, a deathtrap can be used to kill the animal humanely. Check your local laws and release it at least 10 miles from your home. The dead squirrel should not be left unattended, so you should dispose of it properly.
When the dead animal has remained in place for some time, it’s time to get rid of it. While this may be time-consuming and risky, it’s the most humane method. If you can’t reach the area, you can use a rake to sift through the insulation and remove the dead animal. But make sure you take a rake with you, because the insulation is soft and will not irritate the animal’s skin.
Getting rid of a dead squirrel in the wall
If you have a dead squirrel in the wall, you may want to find the source of the smell. Dead squirrel odor usually comes from places where the air flow is least. To find the source of the odor, crawl under elevated houses and look in hidden places. If you are unable to find the culprit in a hidden place, sniff around your house until you can detect a strong smell.
Once you have determined the source of the smell, you can move on to removing the animal. First, you need to locate the entrance point of the squirrel. In some cases, you can reach the squirrel’s nest from the attic. Be aware that structural beams may block the access. Additionally, dead animals can spread disease, so you should take steps to ensure your safety. If you can’t locate the squirrel’s entry point, you can place a live trap there.

Jessica Watson is a PHD holder from the University of Washington. She studied behavior and interaction between squirrels and has presented her research in several wildlife conferences including TWS Annual Conference in Winnipeg.