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Expert: - 6/25/2010


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Following your answer previously re foil backed insulation, I have closed mine in with 2" blue styrofoam panels but have squirrels dig in and nest. How can I keep these pests out of the insulation?

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Hi Terry, first you need to get them out.  This can be done with a humane trap or snare.  Or you can have a pest control company come in and remove them.  Once they are removed you need to block up any access they may have.  If they don't have a way in they can't nest.  I hope this information helps, feel free to write again regarding this or other matters, sincerely, bruce e johnson..bejohnsonconsulting.com

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Bruce E. Johnson

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I can answer any construction related question in regards to carpentry, concrete, drywall, masonry, structural elements of any type of building, residential or commercial. Interior or exterior.

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Custom Commercial and residential buildings. Churches, theaters, schools and auditoriums. Most recently I am working with the Catholic Church on several design build committees. I have a website related to scheduling and project supervision. Although my expertise is more related to multimillion dollar commercial, educational and theatrical projects my generous credentials in residential and remodelling construction make me a viable source of information regarding all forms of building questions.

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