Adrian Ual
2026 Recipient, Austin
Wildlife Removal in Austin, TX
4.9 stars from 1,500+ reviews across Texas and Oklahoma
Our Austin Wildlife Removal Services
Need wildlife removal in Austin? Critter Stop responds quickly with humane, professional removal and prevention.
We find the entry points, remove the animals safely, then seal and restore so the problem does not return.
About Our Team
Our licensed wildlife and pest specialists combine years of hands-on experience with rigorous training to solve even the toughest infestations.
Trusted by homeowners across Greater Austin
Fully licensed & insured
Sealing entry point after wildlife damage
Raccoon near a trap
Wildlife Traps
Wildlife one-way door trap
Squirrel on the roof
Thorough screening, background checks, and reference verification for every hire.
Structured apprenticeship program with classroom and on-the-job mentoring.
Fully licensed and insured, with a strong focus on safety and accountability.
Committed to exceptional customer service and long-term prevention.
Why Choose Critter Stop for Your Wildlife Removal Needs?
Wildlife Removal Process in Austin
- Free Inspection We start with a free inspection to understand your concerns and evaluate your property needs.
- Seal Your Home After inspection, we fortify your home by sealing entry points to prevent future intrusions.
- Safe & Swift Removal Our team uses safe, humane methods to remove any animals in your home.
- Restore & Sanitize We clean, sanitize, and repair any damage, ensuring your home is pristine.
Proof’s in the Pudding. Read Our Customer Reviews!
Julie MB
2 weeks ago
Very pleased with the service. They are very prompt and responsive to our questions and concerns. I recommend them with out any hesitation.
patricia Schulte
3 months ago
Jennie Perry
4 months ago
Manda is the best! She taught us about mosquitos and the products that make them infertile. That was so interesting!
She is such a great person, loves all animals and protects and rescues them at all costs. Some employees in similar fields put animals down fairly often, oh, not my girl Manda! She will set live traps and wait for them. Sometimes she leave a and swings back around to get them. But she never forgets a single soul in a trap. She protects them and the families who want the critter removed and relocated.
I can't think of a better person for this job. It's a lifestyle for her I assume. Although she is small, she is buff and mighty! Her example of all the things a woman can do have inspired me to go after my dream of protecting others. I have changed my major as a return student.
Ladies, we can do anything! If you don't believe me, call credit control and request only Amanda to come out to your place. You will meet one of the strongest women on the planet.
David Starnes (Cedar Park Local)
4 months ago
Ask for Jordan at Critter Stop. He showed up on time, identified a raccoon that had torn through my soffit and started nesting in my attic, smoked the attic to clear it out, and helped me develop a solution that saved me hundreds of dollars.
What impressed me most was his honesty. There was no upselling and no pressure—just straightforward advice, expert knowledge, and a genuine desire to help solve the problem the right way.
It's rare to find that kind of integrity and customer service today. I highly recommend Jordan and Critter Stop for any wildlife or animal control needs.
Brookelyn Oliveri
5 months ago
Jordan has been amazing! As a community manager, I greatly appreciate that he is very responsive, friendly and prompt for any issues!
Erin Jurgens
6 months ago
Jacob, James, and Jordan have done absolutely amazing work for our community. They are professional, communicative, and do a thorough and great job every time. Thank you!
Naomi Stevens
8 months ago
We decided to go with Critter Stop after discovering a family of ringtails in our attic, and we’re so glad we did. We worked with Jacob in Austin, and I really appreciated how much time he took to explain the estimate and walk me through everything that was happening. We’re very grateful for the care and thoroughness he put into the job, and I would highly recommend Critter Stop to anyone needing their services.
Catherine Hong
8 months ago
Had the pleasure of working with Jordan, Jacob and James on the team. We had some rodent and squirrel activity up in our attic and Critter Stop came to save the day. They were super communicative, punctual and did a great job of blocking and filling holes around our attic/roof and coming by to check regularly to see if any had come back. It's been a few weeks since the main service and so far, no creepy sounds from the attic!
David Banda
8 months ago
Jordan (mgr), James, and Matt were great! I'm a very particular customer and they listened to me, reassured me, and did a great job.
John Doe
11 months ago
Jacob was very friendly and kept me informed during the whole process.
Julie MB
2 weeks ago
Very pleased with the service. They are very prompt and responsive to our questions and concerns. I recommend them with out any hesitation.
patricia Schulte
3 months ago
Jennie Perry
4 months ago
Manda is the best! She taught us about mosquitos and the products that make them infertile. That was so interesting!
She is such a great person, loves all animals and protects and rescues them at all costs. Some employees in similar fields put animals down fairly often, oh, not my girl Manda! She will set live traps and wait for them. Sometimes she leave a and swings back around to get them. But she never forgets a single soul in a trap. She protects them and the families who want the critter removed and relocated.
I can't think of a better person for this job. It's a lifestyle for her I assume. Although she is small, she is buff and mighty! Her example of all the things a woman can do have inspired me to go after my dream of protecting others. I have changed my major as a return student.
Ladies, we can do anything! If you don't believe me, call credit control and request only Amanda to come out to your place. You will meet one of the strongest women on the planet.
David Starnes (Cedar Park Local)
4 months ago
Ask for Jordan at Critter Stop. He showed up on time, identified a raccoon that had torn through my soffit and started nesting in my attic, smoked the attic to clear it out, and helped me develop a solution that saved me hundreds of dollars.
What impressed me most was his honesty. There was no upselling and no pressure—just straightforward advice, expert knowledge, and a genuine desire to help solve the problem the right way.
It's rare to find that kind of integrity and customer service today. I highly recommend Jordan and Critter Stop for any wildlife or animal control needs.
Brookelyn Oliveri
5 months ago
Jordan has been amazing! As a community manager, I greatly appreciate that he is very responsive, friendly and prompt for any issues!
Erin Jurgens
6 months ago
Jacob, James, and Jordan have done absolutely amazing work for our community. They are professional, communicative, and do a thorough and great job every time. Thank you!
Naomi Stevens
8 months ago
We decided to go with Critter Stop after discovering a family of ringtails in our attic, and we’re so glad we did. We worked with Jacob in Austin, and I really appreciated how much time he took to explain the estimate and walk me through everything that was happening. We’re very grateful for the care and thoroughness he put into the job, and I would highly recommend Critter Stop to anyone needing their services.
Catherine Hong
8 months ago
Had the pleasure of working with Jordan, Jacob and James on the team. We had some rodent and squirrel activity up in our attic and Critter Stop came to save the day. They were super communicative, punctual and did a great job of blocking and filling holes around our attic/roof and coming by to check regularly to see if any had come back. It's been a few weeks since the main service and so far, no creepy sounds from the attic!
David Banda
8 months ago
Jordan (mgr), James, and Matt were great! I'm a very particular customer and they listened to me, reassured me, and did a great job.
John Doe
11 months ago
Jacob was very friendly and kept me informed during the whole process.
Julie MB
2 weeks ago
Very pleased with the service. They are very prompt and responsive to our questions and concerns. I recommend them with out any hesitation.
patricia Schulte
3 months ago
Jennie Perry
4 months ago
Manda is the best! She taught us about mosquitos and the products that make them infertile. That was so interesting!
She is such a great person, loves all animals and protects and rescues them at all costs. Some employees in similar fields put animals down fairly often, oh, not my girl Manda! She will set live traps and wait for them. Sometimes she leave a and swings back around to get them. But she never forgets a single soul in a trap. She protects them and the families who want the critter removed and relocated.
I can't think of a better person for this job. It's a lifestyle for her I assume. Although she is small, she is buff and mighty! Her example of all the things a woman can do have inspired me to go after my dream of protecting others. I have changed my major as a return student.
Ladies, we can do anything! If you don't believe me, call credit control and request only Amanda to come out to your place. You will meet one of the strongest women on the planet.
David Starnes (Cedar Park Local)
4 months ago
Ask for Jordan at Critter Stop. He showed up on time, identified a raccoon that had torn through my soffit and started nesting in my attic, smoked the attic to clear it out, and helped me develop a solution that saved me hundreds of dollars.
What impressed me most was his honesty. There was no upselling and no pressure—just straightforward advice, expert knowledge, and a genuine desire to help solve the problem the right way.
It's rare to find that kind of integrity and customer service today. I highly recommend Jordan and Critter Stop for any wildlife or animal control needs.
Brookelyn Oliveri
5 months ago
Jordan has been amazing! As a community manager, I greatly appreciate that he is very responsive, friendly and prompt for any issues!
Erin Jurgens
6 months ago
Jacob, James, and Jordan have done absolutely amazing work for our community. They are professional, communicative, and do a thorough and great job every time. Thank you!
Naomi Stevens
8 months ago
We decided to go with Critter Stop after discovering a family of ringtails in our attic, and we’re so glad we did. We worked with Jacob in Austin, and I really appreciated how much time he took to explain the estimate and walk me through everything that was happening. We’re very grateful for the care and thoroughness he put into the job, and I would highly recommend Critter Stop to anyone needing their services.
Catherine Hong
8 months ago
Had the pleasure of working with Jordan, Jacob and James on the team. We had some rodent and squirrel activity up in our attic and Critter Stop came to save the day. They were super communicative, punctual and did a great job of blocking and filling holes around our attic/roof and coming by to check regularly to see if any had come back. It's been a few weeks since the main service and so far, no creepy sounds from the attic!
David Banda
8 months ago
Jordan (mgr), James, and Matt were great! I'm a very particular customer and they listened to me, reassured me, and did a great job.
John Doe
11 months ago
Jacob was very friendly and kept me informed during the whole process.
Trusted & Accredited Across
Greater Austin
From national certifications to local chamber memberships, homeowners in Dallas-Fort Worth, Austin, College Station, and Oklahoma City trust Critter Stop to do the job right.
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Supporting Students in Austin
At Critter Stop, protecting homes is only part of the work. We also believe in giving back to the communities that support us through local donations, direct support, and scholarships for students taking their next step.
10% of profits donated
$130,000+ donated since 2018
Learn more about our community involvement
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Common Wildlife in Austin and What It Does
You may brush off strange scratching sounds or a faint smell coming from under your house, but they are often early signs of wildlife. Hiring a professional Austin wildlife removal service early helps prevent worsening damage, health risks, and costly repairs.
The weather and greenbelts in the Austin area, in neighborhoods like Hyde Park and Northwest Hills, attract many animals that can get into homes. These are the most common:
- Raccoons: Good climbers that can get under roof vents or tear holes. They tear up insulation, rip out wiring, and leave droppings all over attics.
- Squirrels: They gnaw on wood, wiring, and insulation and often nest in attic rafters or inside walls.
- Opossums: Scavengers that look for shelter under porches, garages, and crawl spaces.
- Skunks: They burrow under foundations, porches, and sheds, and a cornered skunk leaves a smell that is hard to remove.
- Armadillos: Their digging destroys lawns and can damage plumbing and foundations.
- Bats: Austin has a large bat population. Bats roost in eaves and attics, and their guano can cause respiratory illness.
- Rodents (mice, rats): They chew wiring, pipes, and building materials and spread disease through droppings and urine.
They usually take advantage of openings such as roof vents, foundation holes, attic soffits, or tree limbs touching your roof.
Signs of Wildlife in Your Home
Call an Austin wildlife removal professional if you notice:
- Noises: Scratching, thumping, or scrambling inside walls, ceilings, or the attic
- Droppings or Nesting: Droppings or nesting material such as leaves, twigs, and shredded paper
- Odors: Strong, earthy odors of urine or decomposition
- Damage: Chewed wiring, frayed insulation, holes in siding, or tunnels in the yard
- Visible critters: Animals entering rooflines or crawl spaces at dawn or sunset
- Health symptoms: Allergic reactions, breathing difficulty, or a flea or tick problem for your family or pets
These signs rarely fix themselves. Act quickly to prevent bigger problems.
Health and Property Risks of Wildlife in Austin
Wildlife can carry zoonotic diseases. Rodents can spread leptospirosis, hantavirus, salmonellosis, and rat-bite fever. Bats and other wildlife can carry rabies, and bat guano can contain Histoplasma spores. Many animals also carry fleas, ticks, mites, or intestinal parasites.
Chewing on electrical wiring and pipes can start a fire, damage HVAC units, or cause leaks. Tunneling and root intrusion can damage foundations and pavement. Nesting ruins insulation and forces you to re-insulate, and odors can seep into walls and finishes. Property value drops when the damage is obvious.
How Our Austin Wildlife Removal Process Works
We follow these steps on every Austin wildlife job:
- Inspection and diagnosis: We check the attic, crawl space, roofline, foundation, yard, entry points, and structural damage.
- Species identification: Whether you have raccoons, bats, rodents, or skunks changes how we remove them.
- Humane removal and exclusion: We use live traps, one-way exclusion doors, or safe-handling methods that follow Texas law.
- Sealing entry points: We plug holes, install vent covers, patch siding or roofing, and screen vents and chimneys.
- Sanitization and remediation: We remove droppings, disinfect, deodorize, and restore structural components or insulation.
- Prevention and monitoring: We recommend removing attractants, pruning tree limbs, and controlling debris, then follow up with periodic inspections to prevent re-entry.
Our experienced team is trained in wildlife behavior and trapping. We follow industry standards, hold the required licenses, and keep our work compliant. We have completed hundreds of Austin removals.
Take Action Today
If you suspect wildlife in your home, whether from sound, damage, smell, or sight, don't wait. Every day adds risk to your health, your property, and your wallet.
Call us today at (512) 883-9964 to schedule your free inspection and reclaim your home from nuisance wildlife. We provide inspection, humane removal, and exclusion, plus follow-up prevention to help keep animals from returning.
Frequently Asked Questions
Removal for a single animal or small group is often completed in 24 to 48 hours. Exclusion, repairs, and monitoring can take a few days longer.
Yes. We use non-lethal traps, one-way doors, exclusion devices, and relocation in line with regulations. We don't harm protected species.
Austin wildlife removal typically costs $750-$3,500. The exact price depends on the species, severity, repair needs, and remediation. A small rodent or bat job costs less than a full attic restoration after a raccoon infestation. You get an estimate with your free inspection.
Some species are protected or regulated in Texas, and improper removal or relocation can violate wildlife laws. Hiring licensed Austin wildlife removal professionals keeps you in compliance.
Yes, if entry points aren't sealed. That's why exclusion and sealing are essential parts of the process.
Trim tree limbs away from roof, keep gutters clean, seal gaps/foundation cracks, screen vents, secure trash cans, reduce debris piles near structures.
