Wildlife in the Austin, Texas area can cause various problems for home and business owners. Animals such as squirrels, bats, rats, mice, raccoons, armadillos, snakes, and skunks can spread diseases, cause structural damage, and even attack people when confronted. 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.
Texas is home to over one hundred types of snake; fortunately, Austin has four venomous snakes (Copperhead, Cottonmouths, Rattlesnakes, Coral Snakes).
Snakes enter a home in search for food. If you find a snake in your house, you likely have a rodent problem. Snakes also look for shelter when shedding skin, which occurs every three weeks to two months. If you spot a snake in your home or business, do not approach it. Instead, contact Critter Control and allow our professionals to remove it safely.
During the inspection, we look for snake signs like droppings and skin. We also look for signs of a rodent infestation. Texas state laws prohibit us from killing non-venomous snakes. We use direct capture methods and live traps to catch and remove all snakes.
What are some of the most common wildlife issues that homeowners face in Austin? Squirrels, raccoons, bats and birds are the most common. We also handle mice and rats, groundhogs/woodchucks (they call them both here), skunks, chipmunks, woodpeckers and opossums.
How do the seasons affect wildlife activity in Austin? In early spring, homeowners will most likely experience mammals looking for a safe place to have babies. Squirrels and raccoons will nest in attics. Skunks will create dens under porches or sheds. Bats tend to establish a maternity colony during the summer. We cannot remove bats until the pups can fly.
Most animals will exit your attic during the hot summers, but they leave behind the damage they caused and their entrances.
What are some common signs of nuisance wildlife activity? Strange sounds in your attic, walls, or crawlspaces. Depending on the time of day you hear something can be a clue to the species in your home. Smelling unusual aromas like amonia can be a sign of animal droppings and urine.
When should someone call Critter Control? At the first sign of nuisance wildlife activity! The longer an animal lives in your home, the more damage they will cause.
How much does it cost? There are a number of factors that determine pricing; location of the animal (i.e. – chimney, attic, crawl, wall void, living area), condition of the animal (i.e. – sick, aggressive, dead), location and condition of the property and time of year (i.e. – weather condition, offspring present?).
Generally speaking, pricing will vary by location and species for just the animal removal and that pricing usually does not include the entry repair. Call us for a free inspection and quote.
