Squirrels can jump directly from the branches to your roof. Cut back branches that hang over your roof, along with any that come within 6 to 8 feet (1.8 to 2.4m) of your house to help keep them away. Just trim off enough of the branch that the squirrel can't make the jump anymore. Use a hand saw or pruning shears. Always play it safe when climbing a ladder. Make sure the ladder is sturdy and sitting on a stable surface. If you can, ask someone to hold the ladder while you climb it. If the trim limbs are near power lines, call the power company or a professional to deal with them. Typically, you fit the square metal mesh bottom over the top of your chimney with the cage coming down the sides. Then, you can screw in the 4 screws onto the sides, which will go directly into the tile or stone of your flue. The cap on top and metal mesh on the sides will keep squirrels out. Squirrels can come in through your fireplace. Pick a cover made of stainless steel mesh. It'll keep the squirrels and other animals out, but you can still use your chimney. You can find these at home improvement stores. Some require that you screw the metal mesh down into the stone from above. Squirrels can burrow their way into your house through small areas. Go up during the day so you can see sunlight shining through. Fill the holes with metal mesh to block their entry. You can nail or staple the edges into place on the inside or outside of the hole. Be sure to look outside, too. Check under the eaves to see if you can find any holes. Once you cover the areas, add an extra layer of protection by using a repellent. Try one that has capsaicin in it, for instance. This chemical is the one that makes peppers hot, and squirrels don't like it! You can also use predator urine as a deterrent in your yard and around your home. However, this can smell pretty bad, so typically, you'd only use it in your garden, not around your house. You can buy it at home improvement stores.
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One-sentence summary -- Trim branches that hang close to your roof and chimney. Install a chimney cap if you have a fireplace. Go over your attic space to look for entry points. Spray a repellent around any holes you find.

Lay the paper down vertically and fold it from left to right so that its corners meet up. You can use ordinary white printer paper, construction paper, or origami paper. This is called folding the paper "hot dog style." Make a neat crease along the paper. To strengthen the crease, run your finger down the fold 3-4 more times.
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One-sentence summary -- Fold an 8 in x 11 in (21.5 cm x 28 cm) sheet of paper in half.

Choose the side you want to swing from, then face the ball. If you are right-handed, stand on the left side of the ball. Point your left shoulder towards the target. If you are left-handed, stand to the right of the ball with your right shoulder pointed towards the target. The half of your body closest to the target is your front side, such as your front arm and leg. Is This half is most important for aiming and driving the ball forward. The half furthest from the target is your back or rear side. This half is responsible for your backswing and generating power. Walk backwards from the ball if you are unsure where to stand. When hitting the ball, you will need to bend over slightly. If this feels uncomfortable, you can move closer or further from the ball as needed. You should be able to see the top of the ball without standing over it. If your head is directly over the ball, you will have a hard time generating a smooth, powerful swing. If you stand too far away from the ball, you will have to stretch your arms further to hit the ball, weakening your drive. Stand beside the ball, spacing your legs about a shoulder width apart. The ball should be positioned a little behind the inside part of the heel on your front leg. This means the ball will be much closer to your front leg than your back leg. A wider stance means you will swing the driver in a wider arc. This can throw off your timing, so keep your feet relatively close together at first. Focus on getting your stance correct before bringing the club into position. Once you have mastered this, you can do both simultaneously to improve your aim.. This grip is called the overlap grip and is beginner-friendly. Position your back hand on the driver's grip. Then, place your front hand above it, resting 1 or 2 fingers over your lower hand. Adjust your grip until it feels comfortable and balanced, neither tight nor loose. An interlocking grip is when you cross your index finger and pinkie. This is a good grip for fast swings and anyone with smaller hands. A 10-finger grip is like holding a baseball bat. Your fingers do not overlap. It can be good if you lack strength, but it leads to less powerful drives. Plant your feet firmly on the ground so they stay in position. Slowly bend forward, keeping your back and neck straight. Your head should come forward so you are able to look diagonally down to your club's head and the top of the ball. Your back and neck should be flat. If your spine is bent at all, you may tire out and get sore while playing. The ball should line up with your front ear, although your ear will be behind the ball instead of over it. Twist forward and towards your front leg. Bring the club around so it is near the tee. This should cause your front hip and shoulder to raise up. You want your front side to be slightly higher than your back side. To get yourself in position, you may shift your weight to your back leg. If you are having trouble getting the angle correct, take your back hand off the club. Put it behind your rear knee to lower your shoulder, then put it back on the driver grip again. Position the club head so it is centered behind the ball. Let your shoulders hang down, then pull them back slightly. This should make your arms feel firm, ready to control a steady swing. If you feel like you can't swing the club freely, adjust your positioning as needed by stepping back or standing straighter. This position causes the head of the driver to strike the ball on the upswing, lifting it off the tee. Balance is key. Make sure your weight is evenly distributed in both legs.
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Stand beside the ball with your weaker hand closer to the target. Position yourself about 3 steps behind the ball. Spread your legs apart with your knees bent slightly forward. Grip the driver firmly with 1 hand below the other. Bend at the hips to bring your head towards the ball. Tilt your body to raise your forward shoulder. Drop your shoulders to position the club behind the ball.