TALLAHASSEE WILDLIFE CONTROL COMPANY

Common Pest & Wildlife Problems in Tallahassee

Northern Florida Wildlife

Located on the border of Apalachicola National Forest, Tallahassee, FL, sees plenty of animal activity. In many parts of the city, nuisance pests cause serious issues for homeowners.

Bat Exclusion

Found throughout Florida, bats are often troublesome for residents. Some bat colonies roost in attics, garages, or sheds. From April until August, local laws protect maternal roosts to keep the pests and their young from being trapped inside homes.

Damage from Squirrels

In Tallahassee, squirrels are a common pest in most neighborhoods. The animals ruin lawns by digging holes to bury nuts and seeds. A squirrel might also den in an attic or crawl space. Once inside, the rodents may soil spaces with urine and feces, or even spread fleas and ticks.

Florida Attic Pests

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.

Mole and Armadillo Problems

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.