Critter Control specializes in wildlife pest control. After a thorough home inspection, we create a custom wildlife control strategy to humanely remove the nuisance animal from your home and ensure the animal cannot return.
What are some of the most common wildlife issues that homeowners face in your area? We tend to primarily deal with squirrels in attics, raccoons, mice, birds, bats and then digging animals around houses and yards. In that order.
How do the seasons affect wildlife activity in your area? We certainly have more calls in the spring and summer for non-hibernating animals and for reproduction, but our call volume is more tied to short bad weather occurrences and major holidays and school-related vacation times.
What are some common signs of nuisance wildlife activity? Noises, smells and debris from the animal activity are common signs. Critter damage at the entrance point is also a common sign.
Any prevention or exclusion tips for residents in your area? We occasionally give DIY advice for things like rabbits, or seeing snakes in the yard, but if it is our typical animal damage/entry we recommend professional help. Animals generally access homes through louver vents, soffit roof interface gaps, fascia gaps, roof vents, power fan vents, general foundation construction gaps, foundation vents and open chimney flues. Make sure any related issues are addressed promptly.
When should homeowners call you? The sooner, the better!