The Hidden Hazards: Understanding the Extent of Squirrel Damage to Your Property
Squirrels may appear harmless and adorable as they scurry around your yard, but don’t be fooled by their cute exterior. These furry creatures are capable of wreaking havoc on your property, especially when they gain access to your attic, walls, roof, and even your trees and lawn. From nest building and gnawing on electrical wiring […]
Nuisance Wildlife in Jacksonville, Fl
It’s getting cooler down here in Florida, so we expect to start getting calls for animals getting into homes real soon. It never gets cold enough for animals to hibernate in Jacksonville, FL. Besides, the most common nuisance animals do not hibernate. As the weather cools down, animals like squirrels and raccoons will look for […]
Squirrel Nest Removal
Squirrels build their nests (also called dreys) in shelter locations high above the ground. Typically they are built inside tree cavities or between large tree branches. Squirrels use twigs, dry leaves, and grass for their nests. Squirrels will pick nesting locations close to abundant food sources. A yard full of birdseed or acorns will attract […]
Will Homeowners Insurance Cover Wildlife Removal?
Watching a wild animal in your backyard can be quite the experience. Squirrels chasing each other through the trees is cute. Seeing a black bear wander on your property can be thrilling. Those wild animals can damage your property. When something damages your house, homeowners check their insurance policy for coverage. In certain situations, your […]
Where Do Squirrels Live?
There are over 65 species of squirrels (sciuridae) that live in North America, and they are some of the most common animals in urban habitats. You’ve probably even seen one today. But when they’re not dashing around madly in pursuit of nuts, where do these critters live? Well, it depends on the squirrel. Types of […]
Best Bait for Rat and Mouse Traps
Rodents are one of the most common pests; fortunately, we’ve taken time to develop some very effective means of getting rid of them. One of the most time-tested and effective is the classic “snap trap.” A wooden snap trap, loaded with a piece of cheese, is what most people envision when they think of rodent […]
Can I Keep It as a Pet?
Most of the animals we find in your attic, garage, or under your porch are objectively cute. You might feel tempted to try to take care of a squirrel or a raccoon. There’s a reason dogs and cats are the most popular pets. Animals like squirrels, raccoons, and opossums cannot be domesticated. Some individual animals […]
Flying Squirrels in Greenville-Spartanburg
There are two species of flying squirrels in Greenville – The Northern Flying Squirrel and the Southern Flying Squirrel. Both are nocturnal so it can be difficult to see one. The Northern Flying Squirrel lives above 4500 feet and occurs only in the mountains close to the border with North Carolina. The Southern Flying Squirrel […]
Bats in Jacksonville, FL
There are 13 species of bats in Florida; several of these, including little brown and big brown bats, may be found in residential homes and businesses. Bat problems fall into one of three categories: roosting bats, a lone bat in the living area of a home, and bats flying around the house. If a bat […]
Bats in Tampa Bay, FL
Florida is home to thirteen bats, and all of them eat insects. Residents in Tampa Bay can experience incredible benefits from bats on their property. One bat can consume up to 3,000 insects a night! Nursing bats can consume even more. Just because bats are beneficial, you shouldn’t open your home to them. Bats inside […]
