A raccoon denning in the attic, squirrels gnawing through roof edges, opossums nesting under the deck, or a groundhog burrowing near the foundation all call for a trained hand. Shieldguard Pest Control handles humane removal and permanent sealing work that clears out the current problem and keeps it from starting over.
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1 (855) 471-2673No two wildlife calls in Alexandria, IN look the same, which is why every plan starts with a close inspection, correct species identification, and a removal approach matched to what we actually find.
We trace exactly where wildlife is getting in and take stock of nesting, damage, and contamination before settling on a removal plan.
Correct bait selection and trap placement capture animals safely and effectively, all within the bounds of applicable wildlife regulations.
Once animals are cleared, we seal entry points with professional materials so nothing else finds and reuses the same access route.
We document nesting damage, soiled insulation, and structural harm from wildlife activity to give you a full picture before repairs begin.
Wildlife conflicts show up on Alexandria, IN properties more often than most owners expect, and they tend to get worse the longer they're ignored. A raccoon that finds its way into an attic will treat it as a den site, and if young are raised there, the location becomes an established route for wildlife activity going forward. Squirrels and flying squirrels squeezing through small roofline or soffit gaps create a real fire risk once they start gnawing on wiring. Burrowing animals like groundhogs and skunks can weaken foundations and draw in other wildlife looking for similar shelter.
Every Shieldguard wildlife job starts with a careful inspection. Before any removal begins, our technicians assess the full structure to map every entry and access point, determine which species are involved and whether young are present, gauge the extent of damage and contamination, and put together a removal and exclusion plan suited to the situation. Skipping this step is risky, since removing adults while young remain behind can leave a worse problem, including animals that can't be reached once trapped inside the structure.
How we remove an animal depends on the species, where it's located in or around the structure, and the wildlife regulations that apply locally. Live trapping is the standard method for raccoons, opossums, squirrels, skunks, and similar animals. Getting the trap type, bait, and placement right makes a real difference in trapping success, and our technicians know the behavior patterns of each species well enough to place traps accordingly. Every animal we capture is handled and relocated according to applicable wildlife rules.
Sealing entry points after removal is really the piece that makes a wildlife solution permanent. Taking animals out without closing off how they got in just invites a repeat, whether from the same animal or a new one that finds the same opening. Our exclusion work uses whatever material fits the opening, galvanized hardware cloth for larger gaps, galvanized steel flashing along roof edges, mortar or steel wool and foam for smaller cracks, and commercial vent covers for the soffit and gable vents wildlife commonly use to get in.
Cleanup after removal deserves its own attention. A raccoon latrine in an attic can build up a serious volume of waste that may carry parasites, and that calls for proper sanitizing rather than a quick sweep. Insulation soaked in wildlife waste often needs to be assessed and, in many cases, replaced. Shieldguard offers guidance on cleanup and remediation and can help coordinate that work as part of a full wildlife resolution plan.
Every job follows the same reliable sequence, built to fully resolve the problem and keep your property protected going forward.
We identify the species involved, entry points, nesting locations, and how much damage or contamination has occurred.
Appropriate trapping or exclusion methods remove the animals safely and within regulatory guidelines.
Every confirmed access point gets permanently closed with materials wildlife can't breach or chew through.
We provide a full record of the damage found along with recommendations for restoring the affected areas.
Shieldguard Pest Control's certified team has been resolving wildlife conflicts on Alexandria, IN properties for over 15 years. Call today and let us build a plan for your property.
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