Indications You need Opossum Removal

Opossums are by no means discreet visitors. You may hear scratch marks or agonized shuffling noises in the attic or under a deck at night. Pets' or trash food may be strewn around in the morning. A pungent, unpleasant odor may radiate from crawl spaces, where excrement or urine may accumulate. You may, furthermore, witness damaged meshed areas around roof vents, soffits, or foundation zones, through which the opossum invaded the structure. As professionals at Critter Stop, we assure you that our licensed technicians are utilizing safe, humane, opossum removal College Station and keep them from gaining entry again into your home or property.

One College Station homeowner, a resident of Edelweiss Gartens, contacted us at Critter Stop due to their concern with noise emanating through the ceiling of their laundry room area. Upon closer inspection, we found that an opossum has gained entry via a damaged roof top attic vent and was taking up residency among the insulation material. It had deposited its ‘waste matter,’ which soaked through the air ducts, allowing odors to permeate the house.

Health & Property Hazards Associated with Opossums

Opossums are known carriers of a variety of diseases and parasites. They may bring leptospirosis, salmonella, and fleas that may be transferred to other household pets or humans. Their feces may also pollute insulation, meaning that the oxygen quality may pose a respiratory danger to people living in a house that contains an HVAC system in the attic space.

They, too, create physical damage that results in financial expenses once they are removed. They tear up insulation, damage vapor barriers, chew electric wires, and bring nesting material that attracts other unwanted invaders. When an opossum passes away in a wall or a crawl space, an unpleasant smell lingers for a number of weeks, and removing this smell can be costly.

One incident involved a cafe near University Drive, which complained of a strong smell inside their storage room at the back of their cafe. The company, Critter Stop, found a deceased opossum in the crawl space, as well as areas around loose siding, so the cleanup and sanitizing procedure allowed the cafe to open a day later, although the expense could have been even greater if dealt with later.

Frequently Found Wild Animals during Opossum Removal College Station

However, opossums are not alone in their mischievous ways around town. The College Station region, as a result of its suburban and forested landscapes and abundant trash, presents a situation that favors the growth of wildlife, and people have to contend with the following:

• Opossums living in attics, sheds, or under porches
  
• Raccoons entering chimneys and roofs
  
• Squirrels accessing insulation and wires
  
• Skunks digging holes under decks, excreting their odor
  
• Armadillos digging up yards looking for food
  
• Bats roosting in attic corners or vents
  

Knowing what types of pests are present in the city will allow you to anticipate what you should be looking out for.

How a Professional Opossum Removal College Station Works

Starting an opossum removal College Station service at Critter Stop involves a thorough inspection of the property. We search out areas with opossum entry, signs, nests, and damage. The humane live traps are set up, focusing on areas with opossum traffic. After removing the opossum, we deodorize, sanitize, fix any damage, and seal all potential re-entry areas.

We operate under all the laws governing wildlife preservation and handling in the state of Texas, as well as treat each case with utmost care so that the animals or properties are not damaged. DIYs may often go wrong and may even result in injuries as well as other troubles.

Prevention Strategies for Opossum Removal College Station

You can avoid opossum difficulties by following a number of simple steps:

• Secure trash cans with tightly fitting lids and keep them indoors, if possible
• Feed your pet indoors or bring their food indoors at night
• Examine attic vents, crawl space lids, and soffits for holes
• Cut tree branches that are growing near your roof
• Remove brush piles, wood, or other debris that could be nesting material for animals

Being proactive will save you the hassle and expense that comes with a full-blown infestation.

Call for Expert Opossum Removal College Station

If you hear noises at night, notice trash disturbances, or smell something unusual, you may have an opossum problem. Call Critter Stop at (214) 234-2616 for trusted Opossum Removal College Station. Our licensed team provides fast, humane solutions and permanent protection for your home or business.

Let us help you restore comfort and safety. We remove the problem and stop it from returning.