As humans build homes and take control of rural areas, this displaces wildlife that originally lived in these locations. Unfortunately, wildlife can show up in backyards and neighborhoods, which is not always a welcome scenario. These encounters are becoming more common. From a skunk hiding under a back patio to a raccoon that simply is not finding a path back to a safer habitat, wildlife control can be a necessity to protect the safety of those living nearby. Luckily, professional service is available in Newtown to address encounters with animals such as raccoons, moles, groundhogs, squirrels, bats, skunks, possums, and birds.
WILDLIFE INSPECTION
A thorough property inspection is an important part of a professional approach to addressing a wildlife problem. This inspection will include an examination of vents, drains and roofs for signs of access points. There may be other signs that wildlife has been nearby, such as droppings, food scraps and fur. Once it is determined that a wildlife pest problem is occurring, appropriate remediation will take place. This inspection is also useful as a way to discover where improvements can be made to prevent wildlife from gaining access again in the future. It is often very easy for some types of wildlife to slip through cracks and openings when searching for food or shelter.
WILDLIFE TRAPPING
Trapping is one of the primary methods used in wildlife control that helps owners protect the value of their home or business as well as for protecting the animal that is involved. Most forms of trapping will keep the animal alive, allowing for the relocation of the animal somewhere safe and away from humans.
Traps will be set up in the area where a wildlife problem is suspected of occurring. Multiple traps will be used if the area is large or if there is evidence of more than one animal is involved. These traps are very humane simply luring the animal inside and closing once the animal is inside.
WILDLIFE PREVENTION
Preventing wildlife from becoming a problem is always ideal, as this reduces the risk of having to deal with damage and messes left behind by intruders. While many of these species may appear to be non-aggressive, furry friends, wildlife can carry disease, cause destruction and make life very difficult for property owners.
The most common way for wildlife to gain access to a home, shed or garage is by way of gaps and openings that are present. The spaces can come from weather damage, settling or simply because of wear and tear as a structure ages. Homeowners should always take appropriate steps to seal up any spaces that allow potential access. A periodic inspection of a home should be done to spot these issues early. Even the smallest of spaces can be enough for an animal like a squirrel to squeeze inside.
As with most types, wildlife found in Newtown and throughout the region tend to be very intelligent and opportune creatures. Often, in search of a food source, wildlife will look through garbage cans, tear open bags and steal food that has been left outside. It is important to keep garbage secure inside a sealed can, preferably inside a garage if possible. All food should be cleaned up both inside and outside to prevent the attraction of wildlife once the sun goes down. Even the kitchen tucked inside a home should be cleaned of any crumbs and food scraps each night. Garbage should be taken out of the kitchen every night as well.
HOW TO DETECT A WILDLIFE PROBLEM
Signs of a wildlife issue include:
• Unusual noises coming from inside or underneath areas of a home or property that are more prevalent at night • Detecting messes left behind by wildlife • Animal feces around the home • Animal urine stains
HOW TO PREVENT A WILDLIFE PROBLEM
To help prevent wildlife issues the following steps should be taken:
• Keep garbage secure and reduce access • Seal any cracks, gaps or openings that may be providing access to wildlife • Keep food covered, secured and away from the outdoors • Routinely maintain a property so there are fewer places for wildlife to hide and reside
HOW WE PROVIDE WILDLIFE CONTROL
At Newtown Termite & Pest Control, Inc. we provide wildlife control by utilizing three primary methods.
• YARD (STANDARD) TRAPPING
Standard or often referred to as “Yard Trapping” involves setting a baited cage employing a “bait and wait” approach which catches whatever form of animal life is present and triggers the respective trap.
• POSITIVE SET TRAPPING
Positive set trapping is a method of trapping which also involves the practice of exclusion. With this type of wildlife trapping, the trap is placed at/over the entry point, while any wildlife that is present is removed from the home or business.
• WILDLIFE HARVESTING
This form of wildlife control employs the hunting or harvesting of the invader. This lethal form of wildlife control utilizes an air rifle to shoot the unwanted animal but excludes bats and other forms of wildlife protected by state and/or federal laws.
• BIRD CONTROL
We perform bird control by identifying all entry points and implementing the use of nets, traps, and exclusion.
At Newtown Termite & Pest Control we have the required expertise to provide effective trapping, forced exclusion through the use of one-way doors.
Additionally, we have an in-house contractor capable of conducting most any type of service that may be needed to repair wildlife damage.
