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Have a Heart Traps

August 8, 2014 By Effective Wildlife Solutions Leave a Comment

raccoon kit

Got an unexpected animal (or several) living under your deck, or maybe in your attic or chimney? You may be thinking of looking for a live trap so that you can attempt to capture him, her or them and then relocate the animal(s) to a natural area. This may seem like a good idea, but if you want to get them out of the house space they are occupying without causing unintentional harm or making the problem worse, that’s not the best way to go. … [Read more...]

Tagged With: eviciton, relocate, trap, trapping, traps

Bat in House … What to do?

July 21, 2014 By Effective Wildlife Solutions Leave a Comment

bat in house

If you discover a bat flying around your house, don’t take it personally. It’s not a comment on your housekeeping—or lack thereof! Sometimes they accidentally fly in through an open door without being noticed. Other times they find their way in through gaps in your eaves, spaces around loose-fitting windows or doors, vents, or other small openings. So, okay, that may be a comment on the need for some outdoor maintenance, but we’ll get to that … [Read more...]

Tagged With: bat, bat in house, bat removal, bats, colony of bats

Raccoon Trap 101

May 16, 2014 By Effective Wildlife Solutions 1 Comment

raccoon in trap

Although trapping is frequently suggested as a solution to wildlife conflicts, it’s neither the best nor the most effective approach.  Here is what you need to know about trapping before you even think about using a raccoon trap. In many states it is illegal to trap and remove raccoons without a license, so check with your state wildlife agency, county, or local animal care and control department. Even if it is legal, trapping usually … [Read more...]

Tagged With: one-way door, raccoon, raccoon trap, raccoons, remove raccoons, Wildlife control

Want to Get Rid of Raccoons?

May 15, 2014 By Effective Wildlife Solutions 2 Comments

raccoon family in chimney

If the is a raccoon (or raccoons) inside your house or building there are a couple of recommended solutions to get rid of raccoons. First it is important to know that there could be dependent young inside between late February and September and trying to kick a momma raccoon out during this time may result in some damage to your house as mom’s strong maternal instincts compel her to get back to her babies. It is also important that you don’t … [Read more...]

Tagged With: 1-way door, chimney, eviction, exclusion, raccoon, raccoons, Wildlife control

That Noise May Be a Bird in a Vent

March 10, 2014 By Effective Wildlife Solutions Leave a Comment

nesting material in duct

Whether you love birds or barely notice them, you’re not expected to love them nesting in the various exhaust vents of your home, rustling and chattering at the crack of dawn. But that’s exactly where cavity-nesting birds often look to make their nests. House sparrows and starlings are both widespread and numerous, after having been brought to North America where they were misguidedly and purposefully released. Unlike most wild birds, these “vent … [Read more...]

Tagged With: house sparrows, protect vents, starlings, vent, vent nesters, vents

How to Get Rid of Mice

February 19, 2014 By Effective Wildlife Solutions 1 Comment

mouse droppings

You have your suspicions… maybe you’ve seen some tiny droppings here and there, or heard little rustling noises when you enter the kitchen. Mice! But how can you be sure? Are the mice in your attic? The basement? So, how do you get rid of mice? Fear not. Although a mouse infestation is a challenging situation, it is not an unsolvable one, and you’re already on the right path simply by reading this article. Check out the signs… In addition … [Read more...]

Tagged With: get rid of mice, glue traps, live traps, Mice, mouse, snap traps

Bird in Basement? Here’s What to Do!

January 17, 2014 By Effective Wildlife Solutions Leave a Comment

bird on chimney flue

Okay, don’t be embarrassed if you freaked out a little when that bird in your basement suddenly startled you, making you completely forget what you went down there for. Who expects a bird in their basement? But stay calm, and carry on with trying to remember what you meant to look for. You can safely do that first and attend to getting the bird out later, because not all birds are going to behave like those in the Hitchcock movie—well, none, … [Read more...]

Tagged With: bird in basement, chimney flue, furnace flue, vents

Bat Traps: How to Remove Bats from Buildings

December 5, 2013 By Effective Wildlife Solutions Leave a Comment

bats in attic

Bats are a huge help in keeping insects in check. But they may seem a bit less helpful when they “check in” to your attic or roost nearby behind a shutter or in your gazebo or carport. And especially when one accidentally gets into your home and starts zipping around, seeking a way out. If one of these scenarios has you searching for bat traps, read on for helpful guidance. Putting important safety concerns in perspective… Although bats can … [Read more...]

Tagged With: bat in house, bat traps, bats, bats in attic, bats in carport

Havahart Traps and Other Live-catch Wildlife Traps

December 4, 2013 By Effective Wildlife Solutions 1 Comment

death trap

This article focuses on how to ensure live-catch traps work their best, both for resolving your situation and preventing, or at least minimizing, harm or stress for wildlife. Before attempting to trap any wild animal in or near your home, though, you need to check with your local humane society or state wildlife agency about pertinent laws for your area. Even more important—before resorting to obtaining a live-catch trap, such as one of the … [Read more...]

Tagged With: Havahart traps, trap, trapping

Wild Life Control: An Ounce of Prevention…

December 4, 2013 By Effective Wildlife Solutions Leave a Comment

covered vent

Preventive maintenance is the best form of wild life control, or more correctly, "wildlife" control. Want to troubleshoot your home and gardens before problems begin? Check out the tips below. Preventing wildlife access to your home… Periodically inspect your home’s exterior, looking for likely entry points for wildlife, so you can avoid needing wildlife control services. Always be sure no animals are inside before sealing an opening or … [Read more...]

Tagged With: preventative maintenance, preventing wildlife access, protecting your garden, wild life control, Wildlife control, wildlife control services

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