Do Mice Come Down Chimneys

Squirrels, mice and rats are all adept climbers and consider chimneys to be hollow trees. Sometimes they climb down and sometimes they fall, but in either case, they end up on the smoke shelf, just a closed damper away from entering your living room.

Can rodents get in through chimney?

The cooler temperatures of autumn and winter mean rodents may seek food, warmth and shelter in your home. And you might be surprised to learn they can find access points through your chimney or via cracks or holes in your mortar, whether you have a gas or wood-burning fireplace.

What animals go down chimneys?

1. Birds. From starlings and sparrows to wood ducks, owls and chimney swifts, birds have a tendency to nest inside chimneys, because they provide protection from predators and offer warmth – especially in early spring. …
2. Bats. …
3. Squirrels. …
4. Raccoons.