HUMANE WILDLIFE CONTROL

This Fall, Keep Wildlife Outdoors Where They Belong

Fall is a busy time for wildlife as animals prepare for the colder months ahead. They spend this time gathering food, building fat reserves and searching for safe places to shelter. As you get your home ready for the changing season, wildlife may also be looking for somewhere protected to settle. Attics, basements, garages and sheds can provide the warmth and security they need, sometimes allowing animals to go unnoticed until much later.

Mice are especially active during the fall as cooler temperatures and fewer outdoor food sources encourage them to search for food and shelter. The warmth and protection of a home can be especially appealing, and once mice find a reliable food source nearby, they can quickly settle in. Because they often remain hidden inside walls, attics and other quiet areas, populations can grow before homeowners realize there is a problem.

Raccoons, squirrels and skunks also stay busy throughout the fall, gathering food and looking for secure places to den. These animals do not fully hibernate but may enter periods of reduced activity known as torpor to conserve energy during colder weather. At the same time, many birds begin migrating south, while species that remain year-round look for protected places around homes and buildings.

Bats are one of the few urban wildlife species that truly hibernate, making fall an important time to address bat activity. Before winter, bats consume large quantities of insects to build the fat reserves they need to survive hibernation and begin searching for suitable winter roosts. If bats have found shelter inside a home, addressing the problem before hibernation begins can prevent them from remaining there throughout the winter.

If you notice signs of mice, bats or other wildlife this fall, Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control is here to help. Our experienced team will complete a detailed property assessment to humanely remove any animals, address affected areas and secure vulnerable entry points around your home. Taking action before winter can help ensure your property is protected throughout the colder months.

Fall is also a great time to start preparing for the holiday season. Christmas Lights by Skedaddle provides complete holiday decorating services designed around your home, style and budget. From custom designs and professional installation to maintenance, takedown and storage, we handle every step so you can enjoy your display throughout the season.