Author

Niall Olson

Niall Olson is a staff writer at Biology Insights specializing in home maintenance and pest exclusion. Based in Edmonton, Alberta, he worked as a residential carpenter and produced instructional material for commercial publishers after receiving a BA in English. Olson uses his background in structural repair to explain how homeowners can seal gaps, secure foundations, and keep unwanted animals out of living spaces.

Can Mice Climb Up Metal? Facts and Prevention
Where Do Mice Live? Indoor and Outdoor Mouse Habitats
Do Mice Come Out in the Day? What It Could Indicate
Do Raccoons Chew Wood? And Why They Target Your Home
What Does Squirrel Poop Look Like & What to Do
What Size Hole Can a Bat Fit Through?
Do Bats Live in Basements? And How to Remove Them
What Does Bat Pee Look Like & How to Identify It
What Attracts Squirrels to Your House?
Do Mice Like Lights On or Off?
Why Squirrels Are Bad for Your Home and Health
Can Raccoons Climb PVC Pipe?
Are Mice Dangerous? Health Risks and Property Damage
How to Get Rid of Squirrels Around Your House
Can Mice Chew Through Metal?
What Are the Legal Ways to Remove a Raccoon?
If You See 1 Mouse, How Many Are There?
Can Squirrels Chew Through Wood?
How to Avoid Bats and Keep Them Out of Your Home
Can Squirrels Chew Through Aluminum?
What Does Bat Poop Look Like Compared to Mouse Poop?
What Actually Scares Chipmunks Away?
Do Raccoons Live in Sewers or Just Use Them?
How to Deter Squirrels From Your House Roof
Do Bats Make Scratching Noises in the Attic?
Do Skunks Chew Wood or Cause Structural Damage?
Can a Mouse Fit Through a Hole the Size of a Pencil?
How Long Do Mice Live in a House?
How to Get a Squirrel Out of Your Garage
Can Mice Chew Through Stainless Steel?