Wildlife Pest Control in Santa Ana, CA

Problems Wildlife Can Cause

Parasites: Fleas, mites, and bed bugs can all be transmitted and introduced by local wildlife. Rodents, critters, and flying animals all carry parasites, which then get deposited into their nesting areas. If they nest inside your home, these parasites will expand their territory and eventually find human hosts to feed on.

Disease: Most wildlife intruders can carry diseases like rabies, salmonella, and other bacteria/pathogens that are harmful to humans. In addition to being carriers, much of the waste produced by wildlife also comes with their own diseases, like hantavirus and histoplasmosis.

Damages: Opossums and raccoons will create nests in hard-to-reach areas that are left undisturbed, like crawl spaces, attics, and patios. They can also dig up gardens in search of food and raid trash cans that are left unprotected. Birds and bats can leave a significant amount of waste that can cause damage to the exterior of your home. 

Where to Find Wildlife Access Points in Your Home

• Chimney – Chimneys are often overlooked because many have been decommissioned or blocked off, but they still offer a great place to nest for birds, raccoons, and rodents when not in use.
• Soffit / Eaves / Dormer Gaps – These access points by your roof are where most wildlife and birds can find access into your home.
• Dormer / Gable Vents – These are another flimsy obstacle that most wildlife can break through to gain access into your attic.
• Doors & Windows – Doors or windows that are left open or have gaps can allow wildlife to walk right into your home.
• Bathroom / Dryer / Range Hood – Any large vents that provide access to ductwork throughout your home are a place where raccoons, opossums, and rodents can gain access into your home.
• Deck / Patios / Porches – These places are often left undisturbed and provide shelter for raccoons, opossums, skunks, and other critters. 

Why Choose Neighborly Pest Control?

Neighborly Pest Control has a team of licensed and experienced wildlife control experts. We have been successfully trapping and removing different types of wildlife and helping families clean, repair, and reinsulate their properties after the wildlife is removed. Call today to schedule an inspection to give our team the opportunity to identify problematic signs of wildlife activity. 

Wildlife Removal FAQs

How can nuisance animals be managed?

Wildlife can largely be prevented with the right steps. Neighborly Pest Control uses a combination of exclusion, habitat modification, repellents, and traps to control different species of wildlife.

What happens with the removed animals?

Animals that are caught are generally released in safe places located far away from their previous territory. In the event that an animal is sick with a contagious disease like rabies, they will be euthanized to protect the community. 

What pest control strategies are not recommended to manage wildlife?

Baits are not recommended when trying to reduce or eliminate wildlife populations. This is because the poison will leach from the dead animal into its surroundings. It will also increase the presence of pests, as other bugs will come to feed on the dead animal.