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Holes in the Eaves (Fascia or Soffit)

Woodpeckers will drill small foraging holes into the fascia looking for carpenter bees and other insects or drumming holes to attract a mate.

Tree squirrels and raccoons will chew through the eave to gain access to the attic or walls. Smaller holes usually indicate a squirrel has taken up residence, while larger holes provide access for larger animals like raccoons.

Newspaper can be stuffed into a hole to determine if an animal is still using the site. If the paper is not removed after three days, it is safe to start repairs. If the paper is removed, the animal(s) will need to be removed before repairs can begin.

Newspaper was loosely stuffed into the hole in this damaged soffit to see if the animal was still getting into the house. Some of the paper was removed from the hole by the squirrel, letting the homeowner know an animal was still gaining access. — Newspaper was loosely stuffed into the hole in this damaged soffit to help determine if the animal was still getting into the house. Some of the paper was removed from the hole by a squirrel, letting the homeowner know an animal was still gaining access.