Wildlife Proofing Historic Homes: Preservation Meets Prevention
Historic homes in Louisville, Cincinnati, and New Orleans are prime targets for wildlife. How to seal them up without ruining their character.
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Wildlife Control Blog
Expert insights and tips for managing wildlife conflicts
How to Choose a Wildlife Control Company: A Homeowner's Guide
Not all trappers are the same. Learn what questions to ask to ensure you hire a humane, licensed, and effective professional.
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What Qualifies as a Wildlife Emergency?
Bat in the bedroom? Raccoon in the living room? Learn when to call our 24/7 emergency line and what to do while you wait.
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Please Don't Feed the Animals: The Unintended Consequences
Leaving food out for stray cats or wildlife creates a 'predator buffet.' Learn how feeding animals hurts your neighborhood ecosystem.
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Birds and Bats in Warehouses: A Logistics Nightmare
Wildlife inside a distribution center can ruin inventory and fail audits. Learn how to secure large commercial spaces from pests.
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Canada Geese Management: Protecting Commercial Properties
Geese can turn a corporate campus or park into a minefield of droppings and aggressive birds. Learn humane harassment and management strategies.
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Roof Rats vs. Norway Rats: Know Your Enemy
Not all rats are the same. In the South, Roof Rats rule the attic. In the North, Norway Rats rule the basement. Identifying them is key to removal.
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Critters in the Vents: Dealing with Animals in HVAC Systems
A bad smell when the heat turns on? Scratching in the metal ducts? You likely have mice or a raccoon in your HVAC system.
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The Myth of the 'Happy Farm': Why Relocation is Hard on Wildlife
Trapping an animal and driving it to the country seems humane, but it often leads to death. Learn why exclusion is kinder than relocation.
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Bat Bugs vs. Bed Bugs: Why Pest Control Failed
Treating for bed bugs but they keep coming back? You might actually have Bat Bugs. Learn the difference and why removing the bats is the only cure.
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Found a Snake Skin? How to Identify It
Finding a shed snake skin in your attic or basement is creepy. Here is how to tell if it's from a harmless rat snake or something dangerous.
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Protecting Your Deck: The Trench-and-Screen Method
Groundhogs, skunks, and opossums love living under low decks. Learn about the only permanent way to keep them out: Trenching.
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The Danger of Raccoon Latrines: Cleanup Safety
Raccoons defecate in communal piles called latrines. These piles are biohazards containing dangerous parasite eggs. Learn how to clean them safely.
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Clogged Gutters: A Welcome Mat for Wildlife
Leaves in your gutters do more than cause water damage. They rot your fascia boards, creating the perfect entry point for raccoons and squirrels.
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What's That Noise? A Guide to Identifying Animals in Your Attic
Is it scratching, thumping, or rolling? The type of noise and the time of day can tell you exactly what animal is living above you.
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I Found a Baby Animal: What Should I Do?
Spring brings baby animals. Before you 'rescue' a fawn or fledgling bird, read this guide. Most wild babies are not abandoned.
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Why Trapping Alone Fails: The Case for Exclusion
Trapping removes the animal, but not the problem. Learn why 'Exclusion' is the industry standard for permanent wildlife control.
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Replacing Your Roof? The Perfect Time for Wildlife Prevention
Don't just install shingles; install protection. Why roof replacement is the best time to wildlife-proof your home.
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Flying Squirrels vs. Gray Squirrels: Knowing the Difference
Hearing noises at night? You might have Southern Flying Squirrels. Learn how they differ from their larger cousins and how to evict them.
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How to Sanitize Your Crawlspace After a Rodent Infestation
Rodents leave behind dangerous pathogens in crawlspaces. Learn the professional steps for cleaning, disinfecting, and replacing vapor barriers.
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Woodpeckers Pecking Your House? It's Not Just Noise
Why is a woodpecker attacking your siding? It's usually drumming for a mate or hunting for carpenter bees. Learn how to stop the damage.
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The Loud Chattering in Your Chimney: All About Chimney Swifts
Hearing a 'cacophony of chittering' in your fireplace? You likely have federally protected Chimney Swifts. Here is what you can (and can't) do.
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Foxes Under the Shed: Managing Urban Fox Dens
Foxes are adapting to city life and love denning under sheds and decks. Learn how to handle a fox family in your backyard.
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Wildlife Control in the Big Easy: Unique Challenges in New Orleans
From Roof Rats in the Garden District to Nutria in the canals. New Orleans presents unique wildlife challenges due to our architecture and climate.
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The Science of Humane Eviction: How One-Way Doors Work
We don't always need traps. Learn how one-way exclusion devices allow animals to evict themselves gently and effectively.
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Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Wildlife Damage?
Raccoons trashed your attic. Will insurance pay for it? We break down what is typically covered and what is considered 'maintenance'.
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Moles vs. Voles: Who is Destroying Your Lawn?
Tunnels or runways? Determine if you have insect-eating moles or root-eating voles, and how to save your landscape.
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Pigeons Under Solar Panels: A hidden Threat to Your Energy System
Solar panels provide perfect shelter for pigeons and squirrels. Learn how nesting debris reduces efficiency and creates fire risks.
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Living with Coyotes: Safety Tips for Suburban Families
Coyote sightings in suburbs are on the rise. Learn why they are there, how to keep your pets safe, and what 'hazing' means.
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Wildlife Diseases 101: What Homeowners Need to Know
Zoonotic diseases can jump from animals to humans. Understand the real risks of Rabies, Hantavirus, and Histoplasmosis to keep your family safe.
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Armadillos in the Garden: Digging Deep into the Problem
Waking up to a lawn that looks like a minefield? Armadillos are likely the culprit. Learn about their behavior and how to stop the digging.
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Noises in the Fireplace? What's Living in Your Chimney
Chimneys are hollow trees to wildlife. From raccoons to Chimney Swifts, learn what might be stuck in your flue and how to get them out.
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Why Attic Restoration is Crucial After Wildlife Removal
Removing the animal is only step one. Learn why cleaning up the mess, replacing insulation, and sanitizing the attic is vital for your health.
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Why Businesses Cannot Ignore Wildlife Problems
For commercial properties, a wildlife infestation isn't just a nuisance; it's a liability. Protect your brand, employees, and customers.
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Birds in the Attic: Noise, Mess, and Mites
Hearing chirping or fluttering in your attic? Birds can create massive amounts of waste and introduce parasites to your home. Learn how we remove them.
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Mice and Rats: Why Poison is Not the Answer
Rodents reproduce quickly and carry dangerous diseases. Learn why professional exclusion is superior to store-bought poisons and traps.
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Opossums: Nuisance or Neighbor? When to Call a Professional
Opossums are misunderstood scavengers. While they rarely attack, they can carry disease and wreak havoc in your crawlspace. Learn the facts.
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Groundhogs Digging Under Your Shed? Why You Need to Act Fast
Groundhogs (woodchucks) can move tons of soil, destabilizing foundations and decks. Learn how to stop these master excavators.
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Snakes in the House/Yard: Identification and Safe Removal
Finding a snake in your home is terrifying. Learn why snakes enter homes, how to identify common species, and why professional removal is safest.
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Skunks Under the Deck: Odor-Free Removal Strategies
Skunks burrowing under your porch or shed is a ticking time bomb for your nose. Learn about humane skunk removal and how to avoid getting sprayed.
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Birds in Your Vents: Risks, Removal, and Prevention
Birds nesting in dryer vents or bathroom exhaust fans create fire hazards and health risks. Learn why you need professional bird removal.
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What is That Smell? A Guide to Dead Animal Location and Removal
A foul odor in your home often points to a deceased animal in the walls or crawlspace. Learn the health risks and how professionals handle dead animal removal.
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Squirrels in the Attic: Why They Are More Dangerous Than You Think
Squirrels may look cute, but in an attic, they are a fire hazard. Learn how to identify a squirrel infestation and the process for humane removal.
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Seasonal Wildlife Control Checklist for Homeowners
Wildlife activity changes with the seasons. Use this checklist to protect your home from pests all year round.
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DIY Wildlife Removal vs. Professional Services: What You Need to Know
Thinking about handling that wildlife problem yourself? Explore the risks of DIY wildlife control and when it's time to call the experts.
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Signs You Have a Bat Infestation and How to Safely Remove Them
Bats are beneficial for the environment but bad for your attic. Learn how to spot a colony and why professional exclusion is the only legal solution.
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How to Get Rid of Raccoons in Your Attic: A Complete Guide
Raccoons in the attic can cause massive damage. Learn the signs of infestation and the safe, humane way to remove them.
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The Ultimate Guide to Humane Wildlife Removal and Control
A comprehensive guide to understanding humane wildlife removal, why it matters, and how to effectively protect your home from unwanted animals.
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Where Do Snakes Go in Winter? Understanding Brumation
Snakes don't hibernate; they brumate. Learn why this leads them into basements and crawlspaces during the cold months.
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Winter Coyote Behavior: Why You See Them More Now
Coyote sightings often spike in winter. Understanding their mating season and food scarcity helps you keep your pets safe.
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Understanding Raccoon Behavior in Urban Environments
Learn about raccoon behavior patterns in cities and how to prevent conflicts with these intelligent animals.
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