If a wild animal is living in your home, don’t panic. Just avoid these mistakes homeowners make that can make dealing with an animal invasion worse.
Ineffective or Unsafe DIY Traps
DIY trapping methods are often unsafe and/or ineffective. Worse, homemade traps can create problems for pets and children. Play it safe and avoid DIY removal methods.
Homeowners Engagingwith the Critter
Where possible, avoid contact with the animal. Don’t try to chase it out or corner it. Otherwise, it may lash out, hurting you or itself. Leave it alone and call a professional, humane removal service to handle safe removal.
Let your Dog Scare it Out
As with above, a cornered or threatened animal is a dangerous one. Keep pets away from wild animals, to avoid endangering them. Wild animals can carry harmful diseases and can hurt your pet if they feel the need to defend themselves.
Homeowners Underestimating the Scope of the Problem
Even if you see the animal, it may not be the full picture. One rodent sighting could mean a whole colony is nearby. Even animals like raccoons or foxes may not be alone, especially in the spring. Hire a licensed wildlife removal service to scope out the situation and evaluate the infestation. Some homeowners can end up paying out for exorbident cleaning and repair costs from dead rodents in the walls months after an exterminator’s service
Hiring an In-Humane Wildlife Removal Service
In-humane wildlife removal services and exterminators will use harmful chemicals to wipe out problematic critters. These methods can have unintended consequences for children, pets, and adults alike. Furthermore, poisons and sprays can sometimes harm but not kill the critters. Many poisoned animals will hide in walls and other crevices to die, often leading to diseased animals rotting inside the house. This can pose a significant health risk. Humane exclusion and relocation methods help reduce the risk of harm to all involved. Exclusion and repair strategies from a humane removal company can help limit future pest problems as well.