Critter Control of Portland

Wildlife Control & Removal

Wildlife Inspections in Portland

To identify potential nuisance wildlife, The Wildlife Service Technician asks these three questions:

1. What is the nature of the problem?
2. How can this be solved?
3. ​How to prevent it in the future?

The technician observes the natural environment to ascertain potential species and investigates your property for signs of wildlife. Typical signs of wildlife include entry sites, animal droppings and urine, foul odors, nests or dens, marks like tracks, claw or smudge.

During an inspection, the technician will determine the severity of the problem, identify the species (if possible) develop a custom strategy to your property to remove the animal, and identify solutions to prevent the issue.

Wildlife Removal

Before you can protect your home, the animal must be removed. Wildlife sealed in your home creates another host of problems, and a mother separated from her children will do everything in her power to reunite with her babies.

Based on the inspection, the Wildlife Service Technician will deploy a humane, environmentally safe plan to remove the animal from your property.

Preventing Future Wildlife Issues

Wildlife exclusion services provide a safe and effective way to control wildlife. When done professionally, wildlife exclusion provides immediate and long-term protection. The barriers naturally are chemical free so it is safe to people, animals and the environment.

Animals are creative and resourceful. After removal, an animal might attempt to regain entry to your home. Exclusion techniques should be monitored and occasionally updated.

Typical Wildlife Concerns with Travis Tietsema

What are some of the most common wildlife issues that homeowners face in your area?

Squirrels, raccoons, skunks, opossums, rodents in the attic or crawl space.

How do the seasons affect wildlife activity in your area?
In the fall and early winter, it's mostly squirrels and rodents in homes. The rest of the year it is everything else.

What are some common signs of nuisance wildlife activity?
Hearing scratching/scurrying, pets paying attention to particular areas of the home, broken vents or digging at the foundation of the home, insulation on the exterior of the home, and odors like that of a skunk or carcass.

Any prevention tips for residents in your area?
Keep pet food sealed, remove bird/squirrel feeders, and call Critter Control to take preventative measures so wildlife does not enter your home.

When should homeowners call Critter Control?
Whenever they suspect they may have a wildlife issue. If they want to prevent themselves from having a wildlife issue and the associated cost. If they want to replace/increase their insulation in their homes.

With over 30 years of experience, Critter Control is the nation's leading wildlife control company. At Critter Control of Portland, we're skilled at dealing with many of the Greater Portland Metro’s most bothersome pest animals. Whether you need to remove squirrels from your attic or get rid of raccoon that are damaging your property, you can trust Critter Control to get the job done safely, effectively and humanely.

Serving the following locations:

By County: Clackamas, Multnomah, and Washington Counties