Critter Control of Washington DC

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Q&A With our District Manager:

What are some of the most common wildlife issues that homeowners face in your area?
The most common wildlife issues a homeowner will face in this area are damages to their home from Mice and grey squirrels.  Both of these pests are known to chew into attics and destroy insulation.  Once these animals enter a home, they are capable of causing structural damage amounting to thousands of dollars.  Many house fires are started by these pests chewing on wires in attics.  The required steps needed to remove and prevent these pests from entering back into the home are trapping, exclusion, and sanitation of contaminated areas.  
 
How do the seasons affect wildlife activity in your area?
Warmer temperatures bring more pests.  However, pests such as mice/rats, raccoons, grey squirrels, and flying squirrels thrive in the colder months.  

Any prevention tips for residents in your area?
Regularly inspect your home.  If you notice any strange signs such as chew holes, debris build up, or if you hear any strange noises, call Critter Control.  A technician will provide you with a thorough inspection and be able to provide you with a solution, no matter what type of pest you are dealing with.  A Critter Control technician with work with you in order to promptly schedule and begin the extraction process.  Most importantly, once the wildlife is removed, all repairs done to the home are warrantied!  Once we get the pests out, we keep them out!
 
When should homeowners call Critter Control?
At the first sign of evidence.  It could be damage to the house such as chew holes, debris build up, or stains.  It could also be a strange sound you hear in the attic such as scratching, walking, or other strange wildlife sounds. It is important to address wildlife issues as soon as possible.  It will cost much less to address a wildlife issue sooner rather than later.

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By County: District of Columbia