The roof is a major component of any home. The roof protects the rest of the house from the elements as well as the people living inside. A roof can last for 20 to 30 years or more if the homeowner is proactive and takes care of this area of the home. There are several… Continue reading
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How to Prevent Conflicts With Canada Geese
Canada geese are well known for their distinctive honk and the sight of them flying overhead in their quintessential ‘V’ formation. The bird has grown into somewhat of a national symbol but they’re not necessarily beloved by everyone. Aggressive behaviour and rampant droppings have made them a public health issue in many areas they congregate.… Continue reading
5 Facts About Rabies You Should Know
Rabies is a disease that brings to mind foaming at the mouth and rabid dogs. Rabies can be transferred to pets as well as humans from an infected animal such as a bat or raccoon. The disease is fatal and any animal that appears to be infected should not be approached. Read on to learn… Continue reading
Selecting an Appropriate Pest Control Service
So, you have noticed that creatures are in your home, uh oh! It’s time to find help from the wildlife experts. But who do you call? If you are dealing with pests in your home, it is best to leave the removal to the experts, but for many, knowing just who to contact is difficult.… Continue reading
Rabies Baiting in Guelph
In an attempt to control the Ontario rabies outbreak, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry will be dropping edible vaccines throughout the province. If you find bait it’s best to leave it alone. It’s intended to stop the virus from spreading among large mammals. Rabies in Guelph Ontario has seen a large spike in… Continue reading
Is Wildlife Control Licensed in Ontario?
Living with wildlife inside your home can be stressful. It can also be difficult to decide which wildlife control service to hire. Most homeowners don’t have experience dealing with wildlife so it’s crucial to find someone you trust. But, this is tough when the wildlife control industry is loosely controlled by the province. Here’s what… Continue reading
Be Careful Using One-Way Doors to Remove Wildlife
There are many do-it-yourself solutions to wildlife removal. Understanding how animals are getting into your home is the best place to start. One-way doors that allow wildlife to exit your home for food or water but prevent re-entry can be useful and inexpensive, but they can also cause unexpected complications for DIY pest controllers. What… Continue reading
Protect Your Roof With a Fall Eaves Trough Cleaning
Water is the arch enemy of your home. Dampened wood can lead to rot or mold. Also, it can create a softened area for wildlife to gain entry. As we move into fall it’s a good idea to do some maintenance to the eaves troughs around your home. Blocked waterways can mean moisture is sitting… Continue reading
Fall Is a Busy Time for the Animals in Your Neighbourhood
As we begin to reach for our hats and sweaters, raccoons, squirrels and mice are hard at work preparing for winter. Shorter days and cooler temperatures help let animals know that food and shelter are soon to be in short supply. While raccoons, squirrels and mice will slow down during winter, they do not hibernate… Continue reading
How to Protect Bulbs From Squirrels
Autumn is time to start planting bulbs for next spring. It’s best to begin by getting them in the ground before first frost. They’re available in many different garden centres and stores. Always plant them soon after buying. Hopefully next year you’ll have a large garden filled with beautiful blooming plants – that’s if you… Continue reading
Domestic Rabies Found in Hamilton After Man Bitten by Cat
On August 25, 2016 the first case of domestic rabies for over two decades was found in Hamilton. A rabid cat came into contact with a Haldimand-Norfolk resident. The man is now receiving treatment after being bitten by the infected animal. Hamilton Public Health are investigating and testing to see if it’s related to the… Continue reading
The Difference Between Exterminators and Wildlife Control
There’s an outstanding difference between an exterminator and wildlife control service. They have different priorities. One removes pests quickly, but for the short-term. The other uses more humane options and controls further infestation. They’re commonly confused by homeowners but when it comes to wildlife infestation knowing the difference can be critical. What’s an exterminator? Exterminators… Continue reading
When to Call Wildlife Removal Professional
It’s always tempting to do things yourself. Mainly because it’s cheaper. But, wildlife removal needs to be taken seriously and a in many cases it takes a professional to get the job right and safe. Do it yourself wildlife removal is troublesome Online there are tons and tons of different do it yourself solutions for… Continue reading
Where Do Animals Go After Wildlife Services Remove Them From Homes?
In Ontario it’s illegal to trap and move wildlife over a kilometre away. In many circumstances they don’t survive. They could be separated from their families or regular food source. It can also help to spread harmful diseases like rabies. When to remove wildlife from your home As soon as you discover any evidence of… Continue reading
The Humane Touch – Why It’s More Effective Than Killing
Although it’s probably hard to believe, but there is plenty of wildlife in close proximity of your home. Species such as raccoons, squirrels and mice have adapted to living in suburban areas. Becoming scavengers and building dens where ever they can. This seems annoying and something we should control. But, each animal has its role… Continue reading
How to Remove Insulation in Hamilton
Hamilton has a lot of older homes. Many have been remodeled or updated inside. However, attic insulation is something that is often forgotten during a renovation. Rodent and wildlife infestations always damage insulation and reduce its quality and effectiveness. Once your attic insulation is damaged, either by water or rodents, it’s necessary to replace it.… Continue reading
How Homeowners in Burlington Can Protect Their Solar Panels
When homeowners in Burlington think about what areas of their home they need to protect from wildlife, they often think of the chimney, roof vents, attic, etc. One area that homeowners might not think of protecting are the solar panels on their roofs. While solar panels can save homeowners a lot of money on their… Continue reading
Squirrels Enter Ottawa Attic Through Roof Vent
Proper roof venting is critical to maintaining a healthy attic and extending the lives of roofs and shingles. One thing roof vents don’t do a good job of keeping out is urban wildlife. Raccoons, squirrels, birds, mice and bats all use roof vents as a point of entry into attics. They are able to detect… Continue reading
Animal Invasion in Burlington Leads to Black Mold, Roof Damage
When it comes to wildlife invasion in the home, the damage they can cause can be costly to your home as well as your health. On a service call last week in Burlington, our Wildlife Specialist came across frost and black mold inside a client’s attic. The mold was developing on the truss and roof… Continue reading
Mice Living in a Basement in Ottawa
This homeowner used spray foam in an attempt to keep mice from entering the basement. This photo was taken during a recent inspection of a home in Ottawa. The homeowner had been struggling with a mouse infestation for many years and had tried solving the problem using a number of different methods. No matter what… Continue reading
Foxes Spotted In Montreal
A number of fox sightings in the in the NDG neighborhood of Montreal are raising questions about the safety of wild animals and humans living in close proximity to one another. Surprising, you say? It shouldn’t be. There’s more wildlife than most people realize in Montreal, including deer and coyote packs on the West… Continue reading
10 Things You Should Avoid Doing If You Encounter Wildlife In Your Home
Do you know what to do if you encounter wildlife in your home? Should you pick it up? Is it at all dangerous? It really all depends on many factors, but these suggestions are meant as a guideline only. Always remember “safety first“, and “when in doubt, call the professionals. Here are the top 10 things you should avoid… Continue reading
Using Infrared Technology to Locate and Safely Remove Animals From Walls
At Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control, as the name suggests, we place great value on using humane measures to evict animals from our customers’ homes. We pride ourselves on limiting the stress of removal on the homeowner AND the animals. We use safe infrared technology (FLIR) to see signs of wildlife activity in difficult to access… Continue reading
Santa Has Come and Gone, So Who’s That in My Chimney?
Though Santa is famous for entering through the chimney, if you hear something moving around in your fireplace this winter, it’s probably a less-welcome guest. Uncapped chimneys, openings into attics, rotting roofs and loose shingles are all invitations to animals seeking a place to den. Unfortunately, once you get birds in the chimney, they can… Continue reading
Why Wildlife Infestations in Urban Areas Increase Every Day
Whether it is the mountain lion living on the edge of Los Angeles, the thousands of feral chickens running around Miami or the thousands of raccoons in Toronto, the facts are indisputable- Many North American species have successfully adapted to urban environments and are thriving. Typical examples include coyotes, the top predator of such regions. Other common urban… Continue reading
Different Home Entry Points for Squirrels
Here at Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control, we’re often asked which type of animal causes the most property damage. While the truth is that just about every urban wildlife species is capable of damaging a home, the worst offenders are most certainly squirrels. It doesn’t take very long for a group or family of squirrels to… Continue reading
What Are Your Options for Wildlife Removal?
As urban expansion continues to grow and expand, the need for effective solutions to wildlife conflicts has become more important than ever before. Cities are now home to large populations of raccoons, squirrels, skunks, birds, bats and mice that have adapted their natural behavior to urban and suburban environments and thrive while living side by… Continue reading
Top Urban Wildlife Home Invaders in the Winter
As the temperature drops wild animals like raccoons, squirrels, mice and skunks will often go to great lengths to seek shelter. In most cases, these animals can end up in basements, attics and in the chimney. They can also decide to make their winter home under your deck or porch. Top home invaders: Mice Mice… Continue reading
Mice Are Looking to Invade Your Home- How to Spot Them and Get Rid Of Them For Good
You’re tired from a long day at work, snuggling into your warm bed, hoping for a relaxing night’s sleep when you hear the sound you dread most, the scamper and scurry of little feet. Sound familiar? Almost all of us will have had to deal with mice in our homes at one point or another. This is… Continue reading
How to Make Sure Wildlife Doesn’t Invade Your Roof Vents
Proper roof venting is critical to maintaining a healthy attic and extending the lives of roofs and shingles. Unfortunately for many homeowners who suffer a visit from uninvited house guests the route into the attic is very often through vents on the roof. Roof venting allows air inside the attic to move and escape which… Continue reading
How to Get Rid of Bats in Your Attic
Anyone who has ever had a bat in their house knows that it can be a stressful situation. Dealing with one bat can be hard enough, but tackling the colony in the attic is another proposition all together. Bats love making their home inside structures because they provide ideal protection from the elements and predators.… Continue reading
Why Animals Are Getting in Burlington Attics
Most Burlington homeowners don’t spend a lot of time thinking about what’s going in their attic. In fact, many people never even go so far as to poke their head up there. It’s understandable; attics are dark, dusty, cramped and tricky to navigate safely. It’s certainly not the sort of place you want to spend… Continue reading
How To Wildlife Proof your Property in Burlington
Burlington is home to large wildlife populations that are as comfortable in the city as they are in the countryside. With more and more people living in close proximity to wildlife the potential for conflicts is inevitable. For many years, live-trapping wild animals and relocating them away from urban areas was the preferred method for… Continue reading
What to Look Out for When Hiring a Professional Wildlife Control Service
Owning a home can be pretty stressful and unexpected repairs always seem just around the corner. Whether it’s a leaky roof or furnace in need of replacing it can all add up pretty quickly. While most people don’t expect to be the victim of a wild intrusion, countless Burlington homeowners face that unfortunate reality every… Continue reading
Why Trapping and Relocating Wildlife Isn’t Your Best Option
As Burlington continues to grow and expand the need for effective solutions to wildlife conflicts has become more important than ever before. Burlington is home to large populations of raccoons, squirrels, skunks, birds, bats and mice that have adapted their natural behaviour to urban and suburban environments and thrive while living side by side with… Continue reading
West Island Pest Control
If you live on the West Island then you certainly know that it’s crawling with urban wildlife. The island of Montreal is home to large populations of raccoons, squirrels, skunks, groundhogs, birds, bats and mice. With so many people and wild animals living in close proximity conflicts are bound to arise. As a homeowner, it… Continue reading
Why You Should Think About Wildlife Prevention
We often hear from people who call our company to say, “this raccoon keeps coming to my house!” or “squirrels are always in my yard, I’m worried they might get into my attic!” 100% of the homes we visit have the potential for wildlife to damage and make their way inside. Urban wildlife are very… Continue reading
What Keeps Wildlife Coming Back
Much like humans, wildlife enjoy warm, safe, quiet homes. A raccoon doesn’t know (or care) that an attic belongs to a family home, and the damage it caused to live in the roof will cost the homeowner dearly to fix. The mice scurrying across your kitchen floor and into the tiny hole behind your refrigerator… Continue reading
Cold Alert! Wildlife Are Hunkering Down
Temperatures in Ontario are dropping fast. This January has been extremely cold already. If you suspect wildlife in your home right now, it’s best to have a professional check it out. They’re not that different from us, meaning they don’t exactly want to be roaming around in sub-zero temperatures, either! For this reason they may… Continue reading
Keeping Animals Out of Your Home’s Vents
They say an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure and in the case of this homeowner that statement was certainly true. Squirrels used this opening on the side of the house to nest inside the vent system for a bathroom fan. The vent cover was easily bypassed by the squirrel that climbed… Continue reading
Fall is Coming
As summer winds down and the trees begin to shed their leaves, we are reminded of the beauty of mother nature. We are also reminded of the need to wildlife-proof our homes before winter! The fall season brings us a new round of wildlife critters into our neighbourhoods. The babies that were born is the… Continue reading
Why Expandable Foam Does not Deter Wildlife
With over 25 years’ experience helping homeowners solve wildlife and pest problems, Skedaddle knows just how difficult it can be to keep your home protected. Houses are under constant threat of entry from animals in search of shelter and food. That’s why it’s so important to inspect your home often for activity and potential points… Continue reading
The Dangers of DIY Pest Control
In the photo is one of Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control’s wildlife technicians expertly securing a plastic roof vent that was being chewed by squirrels. Plastic roof vents are a common point of entry for squirrels and other animals including, bats, raccoons and birds looking for a home inside an attic. It only takes a bit… Continue reading
A Chimney Full of Fleas
Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control recently received a call from a customer who was complaining about fleas in his home. These sorts of calls are nothing new for us, but this one was peculiar for a number of reasons. In most cases, a flea infestation can be traced back to a pet that serves as the… Continue reading
Winter is Coming
Be warned that there are some unwanted house guests who might be moving in pretty soon. In fact, they might already be living there and are even planning on raising their family under your roof! If this residential intrusion sounds peculiar, for the estimated 50 or more raccoons and hundreds of squirrels who live in… Continue reading
Why the Humane Approach Is Best for Wildlife
Why the Humane Approach? We always get asked “why?” — “WHY not just kill or trap the animals and drive them out to the forest and let them go?”– the latter being the “more humane” approach to most people. We certainly cannot fault people for feeling this way. It’s not in most people’s best conscience… Continue reading
The Importance of Humane Wildlife Control in Hamilton to Both Critter and Man
A few weeks ago, CBC News had reported about a woman whose apartment in Saskatoon was overrun by bats. Christina Abbot, who has since moved out of the apartment, recalled that her bat problem started out with just one bat when she left her apartment for a week. When she came back, she found another… Continue reading
Wildlife and Animal Removal: When Even Sports Facilities Needs it
Certain forms of wildlife could be quite scary when encountered face-to-face. The Los Angeles Dodgers reported to the Los Angeles Times that several skunks and a raccoon were found scurrying across parts of Dodger Stadium in the past two months; the place had at least seven reported skunk invasions. Some kiosk operators in the concourse… Continue reading
Fight Off Bed Bugs With Efficient Pest Control
The adage “don’t let the bed bugs bite” is getting a lot harder to follow these days. In an article from the Canadian Press, two seniors’ homes in Alberta and four buses in Edmonton have been treated for bed bug infestation. While bed bugs are generally no cause for alarm, health officials admit that controlling… Continue reading
Top Reasons Why You’ll be Needing Wildlife Animal Removal Services This Season
According to a March 21, 2013 article in the Toronto Star, springtime ushers in a surge of wildlife growth in Toronto that can be problematic for both people and animals. The article adds that most people who chance upon motherless nests think that the baby animals (whether they’re bunnies, raccoons, or something else) have been… Continue reading
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