Wildlife Removal | Chippewa Pest Control

Humane Wildlife Solutions

Why Wildlife in Your Home is a Serious Problem

Wild animals that enter your attic, crawl space, walls, or chimney cause damage that compounds with every day they remain. Raccoons are capable of tearing apart significant sections of roof decking and soffit material to create entry points. Squirrels and rodents gnaw continuously on electrical wiring, which is one of the leading causes of house fires in the United States. Bats roost in attics and leave behind guano that poses a genuine risk of histoplasmosis, a serious respiratory illness caused by fungal spores in bat droppings.

Many homeowners in Phoenix, IL attempt to handle wildlife problems on their own, but without proper exclusion work completed after removal, animals return repeatedly. Our comprehensive approach ensures that removal and exclusion are treated as a single integrated service, providing you with a permanent solution rather than a temporary fix.

Wildlife Species We Handle

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Raccoons

Attic intrusion, den beneath structures, chimney nesting

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Squirrels

Attic nesting, wire chewing, structural damage

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Skunks

Under-deck denning, persistent odor issues

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Opossums

Crawl spaces, attics, under porches

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Bats

Attic roosting, health hazard from guano

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Groundhogs

Foundation undermining, landscaping damage

Our Wildlife Removal Process

Comprehensive inspection of the full property including roof, attic, foundation, and all potential access points to identify the species, entry routes, and extent of damage
Customized removal strategy using humane live trapping, one-way exclusion devices, or a combination of methods appropriate for the species and situation
Complete sealing of all identified entry points using commercial-grade materials including galvanized steel hardware cloth, metal flashing, and expanding foam rated for wildlife exclusion
Attic and crawl space damage assessment with documentation of soiled insulation, damaged wiring, and nesting material that needs remediation
Sanitation treatment of areas affected by wildlife droppings, urine, and nesting material to eliminate disease risk and remove odor pheromones that attract future animals
Follow-up inspection to verify all animals have been removed and exclusion is holding before closing the service

Legal and Safety Considerations

Wildlife removal in Phoenix, IL is regulated by state and local wildlife management laws. Many species including bats and certain bird species are protected and cannot be removed during specific seasons. Our licensed wildlife removal professionals are fully trained in applicable regulations, ensuring that all removal activities are conducted legally, humanely, and in compliance with state wildlife agency guidelines. Attempting to remove protected species without proper licensing can result in significant fines.

Common Questions

Wildlife Removal FAQ

Is wildlife removal humane? What happens to the animals? ▼

Yes. Our primary removal methods use live cage traps that allow us to capture animals unharmed. Once captured, animals are relocated in accordance with applicable state and local regulations. For certain species and situations where live relocation is not practical or legally permitted, we follow all state wildlife agency guidelines for humane handling. We never use methods that cause unnecessary suffering. For bat exclusion, we use one-way exclusion devices that allow bats to exit naturally and not return, which is the most humane and legally compliant method for bat removal.

How do I know if animals are in my attic and how many? ▼

Common signs of attic animal activity include scratching, scurrying, or thumping sounds particularly at dawn and dusk for nocturnal species like raccoons, or during early morning and late afternoon for squirrels. You may also notice a musky or ammonia odor from urine accumulation, visible damage to soffits or roof edges, or debris dropped near the eaves. Our inspection will definitively identify what species are present, their approximate numbers based on sign intensity, and the locations of all active entry points. This information forms the basis of our removal and exclusion plan.

Do I need to repair my attic insulation after wildlife removal? ▼

In many cases, yes. Wildlife that has occupied an attic for an extended period will have contaminated insulation with urine, feces, body oils, and nesting material. Beyond the odor and health concerns, contaminated insulation also loses a significant portion of its R-value, reducing your home's energy efficiency. We provide a detailed written assessment of the damage after our inspection and can refer you to qualified insulation restoration contractors who specialize in post-wildlife remediation work. In severe cases, we can also apply enzymatic deodorizing treatment and sanitation spray to the attic before insulation work begins.

Professional Wildlife Removal & Exclusion