Wildlife Removal Services
At PestPatrol, we provide expert solutions for managing and removing nuisance wildlife from your property. Whether you’re dealing with raccoons causing damage to your home, squirrels invading your attic, or birds creating a mess around your property, our team is equipped to handle it all. We understand the challenges these animals can pose and are committed to offering effective, humane control methods to safeguard your home and restore peace of mind. Explore our services to see how we can help you manage wildlife issues efficiently and professionally.
Raccoon Pest Control
Raccoons, typically weighing between 25-30 lbs., can easily enter your home if motivated. They can push through roof soffit intersections, access roof vents, damaged edges, and chimneys. Once inside, they can trample and compress insulation, often displacing it to build nests. Raccoons can also damage electrical and ventilation systems, leading to potential water damage or fire hazards.
Health Risks Associated with Raccoons
Raccoons carry diseases that can be dangerous to humans and pets. Bites or scratches may transmit rabies, and their urine and feces pose serious health risks.
Rabies: Transmitted through saliva, rabies causes muscle pain, dizziness, fatigue, fever, delirium, aggression, and can ultimately be fatal.
Baylisascaris: Also known as raccoon roundworm, this parasite found in feces can severely affect humans and dogs, leading to symptoms like liver enlargement, loss of muscle control, blindness, and disorientation if it invades the eyes, organs, or brain.
Leptospirosis: Spread through feces, these bacteria can cause fever, headache, chills, muscle aches, jaundice, and kidney or liver failure.
Salmonellosis: This bacterium leads to abdominal pain, cramping, diarrhea, and vomiting, often requiring hospitalization.
Giardiasis: Caused by a bacterium, giardiasis results in gastrointestinal discomfort, including bloating, vomiting, indigestion, and loss of appetite.
Squirrel Removal and Control
Red and gray squirrels seek refuge inside buildings to find shelter, store their food, and build nests. They access homes through existing openings such as uncapped chimneys or by gnawing holes under eaves. They may also enter if tree branches touch the roof. Once indoors, squirrels can damage insulation by building nests, chew on electrical wires, and create fire hazards. They are often seen coming and going from a building and can be heard running inside the walls.
Health Risks Associated with Squirrels
Salmonellosis: Found in squirrel feces, Salmonella bacteria can cause diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and fever, and may require hospitalization in severe cases.
Leptospirosis: These bacteria, also present in squirrel feces, lead to symptoms such as fever, headache, vomiting, jaundice, and rash.
Flea Infestations: Squirrels are often infested with fleas, which can spread to your home and household pets.
Tick-Borne Illnesses: Squirrels frequently carry ticks that can transmit diseases to humans, such as Lyme disease, which causes nerve pain, stiffness, and inflammation of the brain or spinal cord, and tularemia, which results in swollen lymph nodes and ulcers.
Bird Control Services
Often admired as some of nature’s most beautiful creatures, birds can still cause significant problems for homeowners and businesses due to their large numbers and easy access to our environments. Species such as pigeons, European starlings, American crows, and house sparrows are frequently identified as pests. These resilient birds have adapted well to urban settings, thriving in roof rafters and air ducts, leading to issues with noise, unsightly droppings, troublesome nests, and the potential spread of diseases. A single pair of pigeons, for example, can produce up to 12 offspring annually, so unchecked populations can rapidly increase. This makes it crucial to employ a reliable bird control service like PestPatrol.
Damage Caused by birds
Birds primarily cause damage through their droppings and nests.
Damage from Feces:
Bird droppings are highly acidic and can erode various surfaces.
Droppings on roofs can lead to leaks and compromise structural integrity.
Droppings on outdoor equipment, like air conditioning units, can damage the equipment and pose health risks to those working nearby.
Bird feces can damage automotive paint by eroding the protective coating and paint.
When birds access factories, warehouses, or convention centers, their droppings can destroy food and other products, leading to significant financial losses.
Damage from Nests:
Birds often build nests in gutters and drains, leading to blockages. This can cause water to accumulate, potentially resulting in structural collapse.
Nests made from flammable materials like straw, twigs, and dried droppings can easily ignite, posing a fire risk, especially when located in electric signs or machinery.
If a nest obstructs a ventilation system, it can spread disease and block airflow. This could result in dangerous situations, such as carbon monoxide poisoning if exhaust systems are blocked.
Collapsed Ceilings: When birds nest in attics, the accumulation of nests and droppings can eventually overload the ceiling structure, leading to potential roof collapses.
Health Risks Associated with Birds
Birds can carry fleas, ticks, and other parasites.
The greatest health risks come from disease-causing organisms that thrive in the nutrient-rich buildup of bird droppings, feathers, and debris found under roosts, especially if these roosts have been in use for many years. Additionally, external parasites may become a concern when infested birds or bats leave their roosts or nests. These parasites can then enter buildings and bite people.
Histoplasmosis:
This disease is spread to humans through airborne fungal spores from soil contaminated by bird droppings, such as those from pigeons and starlings. The fungus usually requires droppings to be present for at least two years to reach dangerous levels. Infection occurs when spores are inhaled, especially after disturbing a roost. Most infections are mild, resembling the flu, but severe cases can cause high fever, pneumonia, and even death.
Cryptococcosis:
This fungus is commonly found in old droppings around roosting sites like attics and ledges. It can infect people through inhalation of yeast-like cells. Most cases are mild and symptom-free, but those with weakened immune systems are at higher risk. The disease can manifest as a severe lung infection that spreads to the central nervous system or as rare skin lesions.
Squirrel Prevention Tips
Eliminate all food sources
Trim tree branches close to the roof to prevent access.
Seal all potential entry points.
Wildlife Removal Solutions
Comprehensive Wildlife Assessment
Our skilled experts conduct a detailed inspection of your property to identify wildlife intrusions and potential entry points. This thorough assessment ensures we devise an effective strategy for humane wildlife removal.
Humane Trapping and Removal
Using safe and humane trapping methods, we capture and remove wildlife from your property. Our team ensures the ethical treatment of animals while effectively addressing your wildlife intrusion concerns.
Wildlife Exclusion Measures
Implementing proven exclusion techniques, we fortify your property against future wildlife intrusions. Our exclusion measures prevent animals from re-entering your premises, ensuring long-term protection.
Our Professional Process
Step 1: Wildlife Assessment
We begin by conducting a thorough assessment of your property to identify wildlife intrusions and assess the extent of the problem.
Step 2: Humane Trapping
Using safe and humane trapping methods, we capture and remove wildlife from your property while ensuring their ethical treatment.
Step 3: Wildlife Exclusion
We implement effective exclusion measures to fortify your property against future wildlife intrusions, providing long-term protection.
Words From Our Clients
“I couldn’t be happier with the service provided by PestPatrol. Their team effectively eliminated a persistent wildlife problem in my property. Highly recommended!”
“PestPatrol exceeded my expectations. They were prompt, professional, and humane in handling our wildlife issue. I can finally enjoy a wildlife-free property!”
“I was skeptical at first, but PestPatrol delivered outstanding results. They not only removed the wildlife but also provided valuable prevention tips. Great service!”
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of wildlife do you handle?
We handle a variety of wildlife issues, including raccoons, squirrels, birds, and more. Our team is experienced in safely removing and relocating nuisance wildlife from residential properties.
Is your wildlife removal process humane?
Yes, we prioritize humane wildlife removal methods. Our team employs safe trapping techniques and ensures the ethical treatment of animals throughout the removal process.
How do you prevent wildlife from returning?
We implement effective exclusion measures to prevent wildlife from re-entering your property. This includes sealing entry points and fortifying vulnerable areas to deter future intrusions.
Do you offer emergency wildlife removal services?
Yes, we provide emergency wildlife removal services for urgent situations. Our team is available to respond promptly to wildlife emergencies and ensure the safety of your property.
What Do Squirrel Nests Look Like?
A squirrel nest, known as a drey, is made of gathered leaves, twigs, bark, moss, and other compacted materials. Dreys are typically constructed in tree cavities or among branches and often appear as a small, round cluster of leaves.
What Can Deter Squirrels?
Squirrels rely on their keen sense of smell to find food and shelter. Natural scents that may repel them include vinegar, peppermint oil, coffee grounds, cinnamon, garlic, and rosemary. They are also deterred by spicy odors, as the capsaicin in hot peppers irritates them.
How much does squirrel removal cost?
The cost of squirrel removal varies depending on several factors. Contact us to scheduler a free consultation.
Why Are There So Many Birds Around My House?
Birds often congregate around homes because they are attracted by indoor lights, searching for food, or looking for shelter and nesting sites. Pigeons, starlings, and house sparrows are common culprits that can cause problems in many households.
How Can You Prevent Birds from Nesting on My Property?
Pigeons often choose sheltered spots like eaves and roofs for nesting. To deter them, you can use bird netting as a humane solution. The netting will prevent pigeons from nesting without causing them harm, teaching them that your property is not a suitable location.
How can I request wildlife removal services?
Requesting wildlife removal services is simple. You can contact us through our website, call our customer service, or fill out our online contact form to schedule an appointment with our wildlife removal experts.
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