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What Kinds of Damage Can Squirrels Do?
Squirrels might seem relatively harmless out in nature, and it is true that many squirrels are herbivores not known to attack humans, so their risks to people and pets are limited. But as squirrels seek out warm places to nest - along with plants and seeds to eat [...]
Attic Wildlife Damage Repair in NY and NJ
Bats, mice, rats, raccoons, squirrels - these animals are frequent encroachers in attics in New York and New Jersey. They will often set up nests in warm and dry attics where the often unvisited space means they can go undisturbed for months. During this time, their presence can [...]
How We Animal Proof Your Basement
Wild animals may prefer to live outdoors. But, at any moment, they may find themselves on your property in search of food and shelter. One of the most common places to find wildlife is in the basement, as it offers easier access, moisture, protection from predators, and tends [...]
What Makes Squirrels Dangerous?
Out in nature, squirrels rarely seem like a threat. They are small and tend to run away when people get too close. Many people even find them "cute," and see them as an enjoyable part of being out in nature. Inside a house, however, the behaviors that are [...]
Bird Problems for Businesses
When you own a business with a physical storefront, the outward appearance of your building can be as important, as the quality of product or service within. If your building is host to nesting birds and covered in unattractive droppings, customers might be turned away. Birds can also [...]
Bird Problems (And Solutions)
For many people, birds are a source of joy. We enjoy watching them fly about, singing, and nesting in nearby trees. Yet birds can also be a problem for homeowners whether it’s a certain destructive species in your yard, an out of control population, or birds and nests [...]
Are There Bats in the Siding of Your Home?
Bats can be found anywhere in your property where they have access to a small space and adequate protection. It's not uncommon to find bats hidden in attics, for example, or even under crawl spaces if they have easy access. But bats can also make their nests in the [...]
How Professional Snake Control and Prevention Works
Reactions to snakes can vary immensely. While some people enjoy keeping snakes as pets, others have intense anxiety over the thought of a snake in their yard or home. Because snakes are a startling sight for many, and because some species of snake can be venomous, many homeowners prefer [...]
Types of Snakes in NYC
Although there are 17 species of snakes in New York State, the city only sees about half that many. Urban development and millions of people have pushed most snakes to habitats in the north and west. Even more natural areas in NYC like Central Park and Van Courtland [...]
Signs that a Raccoon Has Rabies
Rabies is a virus that, when it infects a human or animal, attacks the nervous system and brain before ultimately resulting in death. While animals like skunks, foxes, and bats can become infected, raccoons have a reputation for spreading rabies to humans. All wild animals should not be [...]
When Are Birds a Problem?
Birds are valuable animals in nature. Unlike rats and mice, they also are less common invaders of a home or business. But when birds start to invade your property, inside or outside, they can become a more serious problem. As they seek out warm, safe spaces, birds might [...]
Wildlife Control Solutions for Birds Under Solar Panels
If you have solar panels installed on your home or business, you might have noticed birds, squirrels and raccoons going in and out of the area beneath the panels. While solar panels provide an energy efficient alternative for your property, they also create a safe nesting place for [...]
How Rat Exclusion Works (and Why Traps Are Not Enough)
How Rat Exclusion Works (and Why Traps Are Not Enough) Maybe you’ve heard scratching in your walls or seen rat droppings in your cabinets. Maybe you've heard rustling sounds in your garage or seen unexplained, oily holes around your basement. You may have rats, and because rats are [...]
