Squirrels might look cute as they run across your yard or make their home in a nearby tree. However, things can change quickly if you hear scratching and scurrying coming from inside your chimney.

A chimney check turned viral when a soot-covered squirrel leapt out — captured on video along with homeowner Will's high-pitched scream Will and his wife have since removed at least seven squirrels ...

Trim tree limbs at least 8 feet from your roof to stop squirrels from climbing onto it. Install chimney caps and cover vents with hardware cloth to block common entry routes. Repair rotted fascia and ...