STEP 1
Wildlife Inspection
Our inspection process identifies the critters in your home. Our thorough process finds all the entry points both current and potential and cataloguing the damage done to your home.
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Best Wildlife Control in Marietta
Is something turning over your trash bins while you sleep? Digging holes in your ground? Do you hear chirping in your ceiling or walls? Is there an unfamiliar odor coming from your attic?
You are not alone. Nuisance wildlife, including raccoons, opossums, rodents, squirrels, bats, skunks, birds, and snakes, is a common problem in metro-Altanta. These critters damage your property, create a safety risk, and may lead to health concerns.
It’s best to have professionals who can properly evict the animals, fix their damages, and prevent them from returning.
Pests and Nuisance Wildlife in Metro Atlanta
- Raccoon Removal
- Squirrel Removal
- Rats and Mice Control
- Bats Removal
- Snake Control
- Opossum Control
- Bird Control
Critter Control Wildlife Removal Process
Critter Control is here for you every step of the way in the wildlife removal process. From inspection to removal—and even exclusion and repair—we have the services you need to get rid of raccoons, rodents, and other nuisances fast. First, we identify the animal on the property, then use humane methods to remove the animal and secure weak points where more could enter. If damage has been done, we can make those repairs for a complete restoration. Contact a Critter Control near you today.
STEP 2
Animal trapping and Removal
Depending on the animal in your house will determine the best animal removal process. We have an integrated approach which includes traps, habitat modifications, exclusions, and repellents.
STEP 3
Exclusion for Pest Control
The best pest control is exclusion services from Critter Control. We have been protecting people’s homes for over 40 years. Exclusions block animal entry points so it keeps out critters like raccoon, squirrels, and rats.
STEP 4
Restoration & Remediation
Animals can contaminate your home. We apply sanitation agents to clean up feces and urine. Mammals can host pests like fleas, ticks, and mites. Ectoparasite treatments exterminate those pests so you don’t become their next host. We can replace your soil insulation and install energy efficient insulation.
Squirrel Removal
Squirrels are active in the fall in Marietta. It’s their second breeding season and typically give birth in October. The most common sign of a squirrels is strange noises early in the morning. Other signs include destroyed insulation, holes in the roof, and nests in the attic.
Squirrels love to collect and store their treasures. Your home may be the perfect storage facility. They can keep watch over their items by building a nest nearby. You will know they are there when you hear them moving around in your attic or running across your roof, anytime day or night.
In Georgia, squirrels are considered both a nuisance and game animals. Always seek the services of a nuisance wildlife removal company to ensure you follow the proper measures.
Inspection
Wildlife specialists look for signs such as chewing on, in, or around your home, small openings leading to the attic or the crawl space, droppings, and debris like nuts or nesting material. Beams, wires, pipes, and insulation may all show signs of damage from squirrels.
Squirrel Trapping
Live trapping or one-way doors are the most effective and humane ways to get rid of squirrels. One-way doors should never be used during birthing seasons (Spring & Fall), so our experts will decide which is the best way for squirrel removal near you.
Squirrel Control
We can restore your home or office by squirrel proofing all entry points after we have removed the offenders. We can also clean-up the nesting sites and remove any debris, food, feces and soiled insulation.
Racoon Removal in Marietta
Raccoons are masked bandits who love the urban lifestyle. They will eat just about anything, from junk food to your backyard chicks. Raccoons can climb trees and spouting to get on your roof. If there is an opening in a vent or chimney, they will enter your attic.
Typical signs of raccoon activity include greasy smudge marks, broken wires, damaged crops, and claw scratches.
They will steal your insulation to pad their nest, chew through wood and wires, scatter trash and debris in your yard, and leave behind loads of feces and urine, which they pile up in one spot referred to as a latrine spot
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We follow all Georgia laws and work with the Department of Natural Resources when necessary.
Inspection
During the inspection, we determine the severity of the raccoon infestation. We look for physical evidence like footprints in or around the home, stains from raccoon feces and urine. On the exterior of the house, we look for damage like scratches on boards, broken vents and screens, ripped apart shingles, destroyed soffits, and every possible entry point.
Raccoon Trapping
Cage traps are the best raccoon removal near you. Depending on the situation, a one-way door or excluder valve can be installed. An excluder valve works by allowing the raccoon to leave but blocks its reentry. The choice of device is largely dependent on the season and location of the raccoons on your property. Direct capture is not commonly used because raccoons are a rabies vector species. If we must trap, we place traps strategically to safely catch the raccoons and we check traps frequently, based on state laws.
Exclusions for Control
We provide a wide range of repair and restoration services. We can repair raccoon damage like broken screens on vents and chimneys and broken boards on decks and porches. It is essential to apply cleaning agents and ectoparasite treatments on areas inhabited by raccoons.
Bat Removal
No one likes to think they have bats in their attic, shed, or barn — or anywhere else for that matter. But in Marietta, it’s not that uncommon.
Georgia is home to 16 species of bats, all of which can carry diseases, so please do not try to interact with a bat. Here’s why: Bats poop and pee a lot. A bat’s guano is so toxic it can degrade metal and wood. Also, they defecate while sleeping upside down, letting the toxic waste run over their bodies. If you touch the fur, you will be handling their waste.
If you have a bat problem, whether it is one bat or an infestation, call Critter Control for a free bat removal inspection.
Inspection
We perform a full interior and exterior inspection and search for signs such as rub marks, guano, a strong scent of ammonia, and small openings. The most common sign is the accumulation of guano (feces).
Bat Removal
The most effective and humane way to remove bats is by utilizing a bat valve in conjunction with a full home exclusion. A bat valve allows for bats to exit your home but not re-enter. We follow all local ordinances for humane bat removal. We will never abandon flightless pups in your attic.
Bat Exclusions
After removing the bat valves, we seal the entrance hole(s) to keep bats out. If there is substantial guano in your attic, you should consider taking advantage of our attic remediation services to remove the soiled insulation and replace it.
Pest Control for Rats and Mice
There are three species of rats and mice commonly found in homes and buildings throughout Marietta: the house mouse, the Norway rat, and the roof rat. Each one scavenges at night to find food and water. During the day, they hunker down in the nest they created, likely in your attic or walls. To make a nest, they will use any materials nearby, including insulation and clothing.
You will rarely see them, but rodents can travel anywhere, which means they can cause damage anywhere. Often found are sagging electrical wires, chewed boards, and a trail of droppings and smelly urine. They also scurry across your countertops and into your pantry, where they chew through food boxes and ruin groceries.
We can get rid of rats and mice in your home.
Inspection
During a rodent inspection, we thoroughly inspect your attic and provide a complete exterior home inspection. The most common signs of rodent activity are gnaw marks, feces, rub marks, nesting material, runs in insulation material, and small entry points.
Rodent Trapping
Our rodent trapping process typically takes five to fourteen days depending on the infestation. It is the best rodent control near you.
Rodent Control
After trapping, we install exclusion devices on your home to keep rats and mice out. As a further level of protection, we use bait stations to control the population outside your home so they won’t get inside of it.
Bird Control
Birds are everywhere in metro Atlanta. Sparrows, starlings, and pigeons are the only ones not protected by state and federal laws simply because they are not native to our state. All birds can become nuisance birds. They perch on roof ledges, poop on cars and windows, and build nests in eaves and attics. Their poop is acidic and causes corrosion. It carries many toxins that can lead to respiratory diseases in humans.
Birds like to find small spaces to call home, like ventilation ducts, gutters, and soffits. When it rains, water that is supposed to flow away from your home doesn’t. Water is not the only issue, however. The nesting materials they use can clog vents, creating fire hazards.
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Inspection
We thoroughly inspect the area for things that attract birds, like harborage and loafing areas, as well as food and water sources. Also, we look for where birds may be entering your home or business. We also inspect for damage caused by birds, whether it’s by nesting, or by droppings.
Bird Removal Services
After identifying the bird species, we may start by physically removing the species in question. In rescue situations, such as chimneys or basements, birds can be released on-site if the entrance has been secured properly. Occasionally, live traps will be used, especially if flocks of birds are involved. For persistent birds and larger flocks, several advanced techniques may be applied simultaneously including netting, spikes, ledge products, scare tactics, misting and more. The most effective method of bird control is prevention and exclusion.
Bird Control Services
We can repair the damage that is allowing birds entry to your home, like broken siding, weakened gutters, rotted soffits and fascia. We can also install protective screens on chimneys and vents. We can also remove nesting materials and accumulated droppings, then clean surface stains. We can use netting over fruit and vegetable crops and water basins. Netting can also be used in car ports, building overhangs and food courts. We also install a large number of different types of roof ledge barriers too.
Snake in House Removal
With nearly 50 species of snakes in Georgia, only six are venomous. That doesn’t stop everyone from being fearful, though.
Snakes easily enter crawlspaces below decks, barns, sheds, coops, and even cars. Snakes enter homes for one of two reason. One is to escape weather conditions. The other is to hunt for food. Rodents like rats and mice make up the bulk of snakes diets. So if you find a snake in your home, you need to investigate for a rodent infestation.
Inspection
Snakes are excellent at avoiding detection. We inspect your home for potential entry points and look for signs like snake skin and feces. Because a snake typically enters a home hunting for food, our wildlife inspector also looks for signs of a rodent infestation.
Removal & Control
Depending on the location, we can set a live trap or direct capture. Exclusion is the most effective way to keep snakes out of your home. If rodents are present, it is essential to exterminate the rodent infestation. Their presence will continue to attract snakes.
Repairs
In addition to dealing with any possible rodent problem drawing snakes to your property, a specialist will assist with sealing possible entry points and also encourage you to remove any debris where snakes can easily take up residence.
Chipmunk Removal
Chipmunks generally hibernate during the winter in Atlanta. Chipmunks mate twice a year. The first litter of two to five kits is born in April and May; the second litter in July and August.
Chipmunks pose no real danger to human. They rarely enter homes but will explore basements and crawlspaces for food. The more pressing threat is damage to lawns and gardens. Their burrows are quite extensive that include areas for sleeping, storing food, defecating, and give birth.
There are all sorts of chipmunk repellents, deterrents, and baits on the market, but these do little to truly get rid of chipmunks.
Inspection
The clearest sign of a chipmunk infestation is the damage in your yard. Chipmunks create extensive burrows. Their holes are only 2-3 inches wide but can stretch 20 to 30 feet. Other signs of chipmunks include dug planted seeds, gnaw marks on tree bark, and destroyed flowers, stems, fruits, and vegetables. Chipmunks rarely enter homes so the signs of a chipmunk infestation will be in your yard. While it is unlikely a chipmunk is in your house, we will still look for any potential entry points.
Chipmunk Trapping
One of the most effective ways to prevent chipmunk damage is to create exclusions around your home. Buried hardware cloth is a useful option to keep chipmunks out of gardens and flower beds. Additionally, you can use wire mesh to prevent chipmunks from entering your home. The wire mesh should be secured to any openings that a chipmunk may be able to squeeze through.
Chipmunk trapping typically takes 10-14 days; however, this may vary depending on the extent of the chipmunk intrusion. Cage traps with fine mesh can be effective with peanut butter as the bait. Additionally, you may use fruit, nuts, or seed to bait the trap. Live traps and snare traps can be an effective tools to remove chipmunks from your property.
Repairs
Filling a chipmunk hole before a control strategy is not effective. Chipmunks will be able to dig the hole again.
Chipmunks can cause structural damage by burrowing under patios, stairs, retention walls, and foundations. If a chipmunk enters a home, it typically uses a downspout or gutter. Critter Control will install gutter guards to prevent that from happening.
Opossum Removal
Opossums, or possum, are prevalent in Atlanta. If you see an opossum in your yard, it is best to ignore it. They usually move on from a location within a few days. In the meantime, they will probably eat pests like ticks or rodents.
If you’ve got one in your home, you know it’s there. They are noisy animals. They scream, hiss, thump and bump. They can truly be annoying at any time during the day or night.Opossums will also leave feces and urine wherever they go. If you have a nuisance opossum in your house or udner a deck, call us to evict opossums early.
Inspection
Opossums can be found inside attics and basements or outside under decks and sheds. Common signs include unique paw prints and feces. Opossums are docile and usually easy to spot.
Trapping & Removal
Opossums can be lured into cages for live capture. If it is maternity season, we follow all guidelines for removing mother and newborn opossums. We will seal entryways into the building to prevent opossums from reentering in the future. Opossums can be kept from getting under sheds and decks by installing fencing around the bottom edges and burying the fence underground.
Control & Exclusions
Broken screens on chimney and roof vents are replaced with sturdier materials, and we properly seal all entry points, including crawlspaces. We clean and deodorize areas of opossum activity. Exclusion may include eliminating sources that attract bugs, like nighttime lighting, stagnant water, and livestock poop.
Seasonal Mole Control
Moles are a common problem in Cobb County yards. Moles do not hibernate so they can destroy your lawn all year long. You’re most likely to have a problem in spring and summer. If you have moles, you’ll see their extensive tunnels across your lawn, and you might find their molehills. Moles are territorial. If you trap and remove one, another mole will replace it. The best mole control requires an ongoing trapping process.
Mole Inspection
The most important part of the inspection is to identify the main mole tunnel. Moles dig an extensive tunnel network. Many people spend fruitless hours targeting abandoned mole tunnels.
Trapping
Moles are solitary, territorial animals. If you remove one, another move into the vacant territory. Our seasonal mole control protects your lawn from current and future moles.
Repair and Exclusions
After trapping, we depress the active tunnels to discourage other moles from moving into your lawn. We can install exclusions around garden beds and landscaping to protect your yard.
The Critter Control Difference
Guaranteed Work
Your satisfaction is always guaranteed. Critter Control® takes great pride in providing quality workmanship resulting in customer satisfaction.
Wildlife Warranty
We stand by our protection. If critters get through our exclusion repairs, we’ll come back and solve the issue no questions asked.
Financing Available
Nobody plans to have to deal with a nuisance wildlife problems. Take advantage of our flexible, in-house financing options for wildlife control.
Trained Specialists
Animal removal is a highly sophisticated job. As such, we vet and train our team members to ensure they have the knowledge and skill to remove any pest from your building. Our wildlife experts utilize advanced removal and exclusion techniques and damage repair.
Residential and Commerical
Invading nuisance wildlife can wreak havoc on property. If left unattended wildlife and pests can cause costly property damage. Whether a residential property, apartment buildings, retail stores, office buildings, industrial plants, medical facilities, or warehouses, our trained professionals can handle any wildlife removal problem.