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Keep them out.® Call for Free Inspection Today (610) 285-1589 (No Cats & Dogs) Click to call (610) 285-1589 Hours of Operation Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Saturday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Serving the following locations: By County: Berks County, Lancaster County, Lehigh County, Northampton County, York County Bethlehem City of Allentown City of Harrisburg City of Lancaster City of Reading City of York Testimonials The warm, humid summers of South Central Pennsylvania draw many wildlife pests to the area, such as squirrels , raccoons , skunks, and opossums. All of these pests forage for food in outdoor garbage bins and gardens. They set up nests on lawns and destroy landscaping by killing plants and digging holes in the ground. Once cold weather sets in, these pests and others move inside homes, where they den in garages, under decks, in wall voids, and inside attics. Our knowledgeable wildlife control operators can handle nearly any wildlife control issue in Lancaster, Reading, York , and Harrisburg. We are very familiar with the wildlife issues facing area property owners, from bats in attics to raccoons in chimneys. Critter Control Wildlife Control Process 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 office near you today. STEP 1 Wildlife Inspection During the inspection we try to ascertain how many animals there are, where they are located, and how they got in. Based on what you have seen, heard and smelled, we start the inspection where you have noticed signs of animal activity. Evidence of animals inside your home include nests, dens, feces, and animal tracks. We investigate the exterior of your home looking for possible entry points, any evidence of animal damage, tracks, fur, animal waste, or rub marks. Wildlife STEP 2 Removal We use several methods to humanely remove the animal from your home. Depending on the species, the number of animals, and the condition of your property, we develop a custom wildlife removal plan. Humane wildlife removal strategies include animal traps, one-way doors, and repellents. Once we guarantee all animals are gone, we implement exclusion techniques. Exclusion techniques provide a safe, long-term solution to nuisance wildlife in your home. We create barriers to prevent animals from getting to resources. We only apply exclusions once we are sure all animals are gone from your home. Wildlife Removal STEP 3 Exclusion and Repair Wildlife will damage your home. Exclusion techniques repair any damage the animal causes getting into your home. Inside your home, animals build nests and dens out of readily available material. They will create runs through the insulation. Rodents will gnaw on anything including electrical wires and pipes. Animals can also spread diseases. We apply sanitation agents to clean up feces and urine. Mammals can host pests like fleas, ticks, and mites. Ectoparasite treatments exterminate those pests so you don’t become their next host. Prevention and Repair Raccoon Removal Raccoons are primarily nocturnal. If you see a raccoon, their cute bandit-like masks may fool you into thinking they are safe. They aren’t. Raccoons can become aggressive when they feel threatened, especially when protecting their young. Being bitten by a raccoon puts you at risk of contracting rabies. The Department of Agriculture notes raccoons in Berks County have tested positive in the past. Raccoons are like mini superheroes . They make over fifty sounds to communicate, can remember how to complete tasks for up to three years, run up to 15 mph, rotate their hind feet 180 degrees, and can fall over 130 feet without harm. Their human-like hands make it easy for them to climb buildings and trees, swim, and be mischievous. Raccoons can open lids to garbage cans, pet feed bags, doorknobs, pet doors, and gates. They dig holes in your lawn, look for insects, steal chickens from the coop, and take advantage of weak spots in your house. Weak spots are cracks or damage that turn into entries to your attic or basement. Broken shingles, screens, caps, windows, and boards are a raccoon’s dream come true. Once inside, raccoons destroy insulation, ducts, pipes, drywall, and wires. Removing a raccoon can be tricky and may require a license, depending on the method. Because diseases can be transmitted to pets and humans, you must call a wildlife expert for help. They can safely get rid of a raccoon and ensure they do not return. Inspection During the inspection, we determine the severity of the raccoon infestation. We look for physical evidence like footprints in or around the home, stains from raccoon feces and urine. On the exterior of the house, we look for damage like scratches on boards, broken vents and screens, ripped apart shingles, destroyed soffits, and every possible entry point. Raccoon Trapping Live trapping is one of the most efficient ways to get rid of a raccoon. Depending on the situation, a one-way door or excluder valve can be installed. An excluder valve works by allowing the raccoon to leave but blocks its reentry. The choice of device is largely dependent on the season and location of the raccoons on your property. Direct capture is not commonly used because raccoons are a rabies vector species. If we must trap, we place traps strategically to safely catch the raccoons and we check traps frequently, based on state laws. Repairs We provide a wide range of repair and restoration services. We can repair raccoon damage like broken screens on vents and chimneys and broken boards on decks and porches. It is essential to apply cleaning agents and ectoparasite treatments on areas inhabited by raccoons. Rodent Removal Like many other cities, Lancaster has a rodent problem, with the house mouse and the Norway rat exhibiting nuisance behaviors. Controlling them takes different techniques because they are very different species . House mice are small, weighing about 0.5...