What this covers
Wildlife removal deals with raccoons, squirrels, bats, birds and other animals living in attics, chimneys, walls and crawlspaces. The technician identifies the animal and how it got in, checks for young that cannot leave on their own, and usually installs a one-way door so the animal exits and cannot return. Where state or local law requires a license or sets seasons for certain species, such as bats, the company follows those rules and uses licensed handlers. Once the animals are out, entry points are sealed with heavy mesh and caps, and chewed fascia, vents and insulation are repaired.
When to call
- Scratching, thumping or chirping in the attic, walls or chimney, especially at dawn or dusk.
- A torn vent screen, chewed soffit or gap at the roofline.
- Droppings, nesting material or a strong odor in the attic.
- Animals seen going in and out of the house.
What to expect
- IdentifyThe technician identifies the animal, its entry point and any young inside.
- ExcludeA one-way door or tunnel lets the animal leave without being able to come back.
- SealOnce activity stops, every entry point is closed with heavy mesh, caps or new wood.
- RepairDamaged fascia, vents, insulation and wiring are repaired by the right trades.
Get a certified company
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Questions people ask
Are the animals harmed?
Humane exclusion lets animals leave on their own through a one-way door, and the opening is sealed after they are gone. Where an animal must be handled, licensed professionals do it under the rules that apply.
Why does it take more than one visit?
The one-way door needs time to work, and young animals must be out before the opening is sealed. Return visits confirm the house is empty before final repairs.
Should I try to remove the animal myself?
Wild animals can bite, carry disease and be protected by law. A licensed company handles removal; your part is keeping people and pets away from the area.
Related: Rodent exclusion · Attic cleanup and insulation replacement · Soffit and fascia repair · All pest and wildlife damage
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