Wildlife Removal Services in College Park, MD
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Whether you're dealing with squirrels in the attic, raccoons under the porch, or mice in the walls, our team provides reliable wildlife removal and exclusion services using safe, humane methods. By choosing PestNow, College Park homeowners and businesses can effectively protect their property and their peace of mind throughout the Greater Anne Arundel area.
What are the Risks of Wild Animals in Your Home?
Beyond the obvious structural concerns, a wildlife intrusion poses two primary threats: Property Destruction and Biohazardous Exposure.
Property Integrity: Rodents and other pests are particularly destructive to modern homes. By gnawing through electrical wires and creating entry points for secondary pests, they create hidden fire hazards and weaken the building's envelope. They frequently damage expensive HVAC components and insulation, leading to decreased energy efficiency and expensive restoration bills.
Health & Sanitation: The presence of droppings, urine, and nesting materials creates a toxic environment. Even without direct contact, airborne particles from contaminated waste can cause severe respiratory issues.
Rodents: Spread Hantavirus and Salmonella via saliva and waste.
Birds: Can carry and transmit dozens of zoonotic diseases.
Raccoons & Squirrels: Known vectors for rabies, ticks, and internal parasites.
Wildlife Exclusion & Prevention Process
PestNow's process combines expert knowledge and safe, humane techniques to handle wildlife effectively.
1. Comprehensive Inspection - Wildlife professionals start by examining the property, identifying where animals are entering and nesting. This includes attics, crawl spaces, vents, and outdoor structures.
2. Humane Removal and Trapping - All animals are handled with care using professional, humane traps and removal methods that meet Virginia wildlife regulations.
3. Exclusion and Repairs - Once the wildlife is removed, PestNow seals up entry points, repairs damage, and installs deterrents to stop future intrusions.
4. Cleanup and Sanitation - Droppings, nesting materials, and contaminated insulation are safely removed. PestNow disinfects the area to eliminate odors, bacteria, and allergens.
Pro Tip: Trapping is only half the battle. To truly solve a wildlife issue, you must identify and 'exclude' (seal) all entry points. Without professional exclusion work, a new animal will likely move into the vacancy left by the old one.
Wildlife FAQs
What kind of wildlife do you handle?
We specialize in the common "uninvited guests" including:
Squirrels & Raccoons (often found in attics)
Bats (common in older Crofton homes and barns)
Groundhogs & Skunks (found under decks and sheds)
Birds & Snakes
Opossums
Do you trap and relocate animals?
In some cases, yes — but relocation laws vary by species and location. When relocation isn't permitted, legal and humane alternatives are used.
Is your wildlife removal humane?
Yes! At PestNow, we use "Integrated Pest Management" (IPM).
Does homeowners' insurance cover wildlife damage?
Most insurance policies in Virginia cover damage from "large" wildlife (like a raccoon crashing through a roof), but many do not cover damage from "rodents" (like squirrels or mice). We can provide you with a detailed inspection report to help you with any potential insurance claims.
How does a squirrel get into my house?
1. Eaves and Soffits
Squirrels are notorious for finding a small, soft spot in your wooden eaves or soffit boards. Their teeth never stop growing, so they can easily chew through wood, vinyl, and even some light aluminum to widen a tiny gap into a full-sized entrance.
2. Roof and Ridge Vents
Standard roof vents are often made of plastic or thin mesh that a determined squirrel can bypass in minutes. Once they pop the cap or chew through the screen, they have a direct elevator into your attic.
3. Power Lines
If you have tree limbs or utility lines hanging within 8 to 10 feet of your roof, you've essentially built them a bridge. They use these to bypass your ground-level defenses and land right on your shingles.
4. Chimneys
Unless you have a high-quality chimney cap installed, a squirrel can easily slip down the flue. Sometimes they get stuck, but often they find their way into the shelf area behind the damper.
How do you keep wildlife from coming back into a home?
PestNow uses professional-grade, bite-proof steel mesh and specialized sealants to ensure that once they're out, they stay out for good.