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. First, we identify the animal on the property, then use humane methods to remove the animal and secure weak points where more could enter. If damage has been done, we can make those repairs for a complete restoration. Contact a Critter Control of Nashville today.
Raccoon Removal in Franklin
Raccoons can be found throughout the Nashville area. In addition to scouting out easy-to-access food from trash bins, these clever animals are known for setting up dens inside attics and crawl spaces. While attempting to shoo away raccoons yourself may seem like the quickest way to remove them from your property, please be aware that these animals can become aggressive. In addition, raccoons in the Nashville area have been known to carry distemper, which can spread to pets.
Inspection: Our specialist will take note of disturbed trash cans and pet food bowls, as well as raccoon droppings and footprints.
Removal: Please leave raccoon removal to a Critter Control specialist who will use a humane trap to capture the animal for you.
Repairs: If a raccoon has set up a den inside your chimney or crawl space, your specialist will seal up all entry points and cap your chimney. Please also leave cleaning up to our specialist, who will disinfect the affected area as well.
Pest Control for Rats and Mice
Most cities throughout the U.S. experience rodent problems, and Nashville is no exception. Both rats and mice are in search of food, water, and shelter, and properties with unsealed entry holes that welcome in rats or mice will offer quick access to all three of these things. Please contact a wildlife specialist as soon as you notice rodent urine and feces, or hear scurrying sounds inside your walls. Rodents not only contaminate food but also spread disease, so you must remove them quickly with professional assistance.
Inspection: Your Critter Control specialist will make note of the usual signs of rodent infestation, including chew marks, urine, and feces.
Removal: Once we assess your rodent problem, we will work with you on developing a customized that will most likely involve setting up a number of rodent traps. Please note—it can take several days to remove all rodents. We will return to your property to remove and replace traps.
Repairs: After we’ve ensured all rodents have been removed from your property, we will seal up all entry points and disinfect the affected area.
Squirrel Removal in Franklin, TN
Squirrels are a common sight throughout Nashville, and it should be no surprise: the state is home to five species of squirrels. In particular, the Eastern gray squirrel is most commonly found scurrying across front yards and public parks. When squirrels find their way inside homes, however, they can wreak havoc and can be difficult to capture and remove. Although the state offers a long squirrel hunting season from August through February and permits hunters to harvest up to 10 squirrels per day, it’s still best to contact your Nashville-based Critter Control office to remove nuisance squirrels from your home.
Inspection: Piles of debris and gnawing marks on wood and wires are the usual signs of the presence of squirrels inside one’s home. Your Critter Control specialist will also make note of possible points of entry around your home.
Removal: Please let our wildlife specialist use a humane removal method such as capturing the squirrel(s) with a live trap or installing a one-way door rather than attempting to chase a squirrel out with a broom.
Repairs: After we remove the squirrel(s) our specialist will seal up all entry points that invited the squirrels into your home and remove all feces and debris left behind.
Bat Removal
There are 15 species of bats in Tennessee, including the common Southeastern bat and the uncommon Rafinesque’s big-eared bat, which the state has deemed in need of management. The state regulates bat removal. From May 1 to August 1, you cannot remove a colony with flightless pups. Please contact your Nashville-based Critter Control office to handle bat removal according to state law.
Inspection: Your Critter Control specialist will look for bat feces, or guano, where you suspect bats are roosting.
Removal: The most effective and humane way to remove bats is by utilizing a bat valve, which allows for bats to exit your home but not re-enter. Again, do not try to remove bats yourself, especially when pups are present.
Repairs: Leave all repairs and cleanup to your specialist who will handle structural repairs and remove guano left behind. A large accumulation of guano can spread two fungal diseases.
Opossum Removal in Franklin, TN
Opossums are the only marsupial found in North America, and they’re found throughout the entire state of Tennessee. Therefore, Nashville residents shouldn’t be surprised to cross paths with one or more of these animals during the evening hours, especially during peak breeding season in the second week of February. They are usually found foraging for food in the dark and may be found in yards or garages. If you ever find one too close to—or inside—your home, don’t hesitate to get in touch with Critter Control to remove the animal as soon as possible.
Inspection: Your Critter Control specialist will inspect your property for opossum tracks and droppings and make note of disturbed trash cans. If one or more opossums have made their way into your attic or crawl space, we will look for entry points.
Removal: Removing an opossum should only be handled by a trained specialist as these animals can carry diseases such as leptospirosis and tuberculosis. Your specialist will use a humane live trap to remove the opossum(s) from your property.
Repairs: Once all opossums are removed, your specialist will seal up access points such as entrances to attics as well as gaps in walls or siding.
How Professional Wildlife Control Services Can Help You
Encountering nuisance wildlife can be unsettling for any property owner. For many, the immediate response may be to chase away or kill an animal. Instead, the safest and most humane course of action would be to reach out to your Nashville-based Critter Control office. Why is contacting a professional wildlife control service the better option?
- Wild animals of all sizes can be quite dangerous to humans. Not only do animals bite, but contact with their fur, saliva, or feces can also transmit diseases or parasites like ticks and fleas.
- In addition to removing wild animals from your property, you’ll most likely need a thorough inspection. Where there’s one mouse or raccoon, there may be many more.
- Eliminating a nuisance wildlife situation often doesn’t end with carrying away a trapped animal. Your property may also need repairs. Leave them to a trained specialist who knows how to keep the animals out for good.
- You may feel threatened by an animal; however, it’s best to ensure the animal is removed using the most humane technique.
Why Choose Critter Control
- Your Nashville-based Critter Control specialists understand the most common wildlife issues. We know what works best.
- Keeping the animals out is our priority. We understand how unpleasant it is to cross paths with a raccoon, squirrel, or bat inside your home. It’s our goal to ensure you and your family stay healthy and safe.
- We only employ the most humane, up-to-date wildlife removal techniques. Critter Control ensures our specialists are fully licensed and trained before we send them to your home.