TALLAHASSEE WILDLIFE CONTROL COMPANY

Pest & Wildlife Pressure in Tallahassee

The warm summers and mild winters of Tallahassee, FL make the area an ideal place for year-round pests. Some animals, like raccoons and mice, seek refuge in attics to escape from predators, storms, and floods.

A mouse or raccoon often enters through a hole in the roofing or siding. Once indoors, these pests may damage belongings and keep residents awake with their nighttime activities. Both animals also carry diseases and parasites, so their presence in homes can be a health risk.

The mild winters also allow lawn and garden pests to destroy flowers and turf all year long. Moles and armadillos often forage for insects in the soil, causing lawn care issues for property owners. The holes and tunnels they dig can tear up grass, disturb flowerbeds, and damage mowers.

Q&A with Local Franchisee Brandon Lynch

What are some of the most common wildlife issues that homeowners face in your area?
Roof rats, squirrels, raccoons, rats, and snakes invade attics and crawl spaces, while armadillos and moles damage lawns. Pests like mosquitoes and termites are also a large problem in the Tallahassee area.

How do the seasons affect wildlife activity in your area?
In the heat of the summer, wildlife calls tend to decrease, while pest control calls tend to increase.

What are some common signs of nuisance wildlife activity?
Hearing noises in walls and attics. Digging or tunneling in yards and chewing on exterior surfaces. Finding damaged food items in the home is also a sign of wildlife activity.

Any prevention tips for residents in your area?
Keep grass and landscaping cut short. Trim tree limbs back 3 to 5 feet from the roof line and keep standing water off your property. Move birdfeeders as far as possible from the home.

When should homeowners call Critter Control?
Homeowners should call at the first sign of chewing, holes in exterior walls, or noises in walls. Ideally, they should call for a free home inspection before there is a problem, so we can prevent one that's more expensive.