Wildlife Removal Service

Wildlife Removal Service Guide

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We Do Not Provide Wildlife Services For

Raccoons,
Groundhogs,
Animals in the chimney,
Carcass removal from HVAC Vents (Call a Vent Cleaning Company)
Wildlife that requires trapping on high-pitched, metal, or wood roofs, entry points above 28 feet.
We do not take jobs where the original entry point has been tampered with.
Control of domestic animals. (Call City Animal Control)

For The Above Services We Recommend:

Nuisance Animal Removal: Steve- (216) 509-3255. Secondary number (440) 342-1168
Cages By Jim (216) 265-7580

Wildlife Removal Service Pricing

The prices below are valid for homes on the west side of Cleveland, South to Brookpark Road and West to Route 252. Prices may vary depending on how easily accessible the entry points are, the number of entry points, the complexity of repairs, and the distance the job is from the office.

Squirrel Removal

Squirrel Estimates: We provide free estimates for squirrels in Lakewood and Rocky River. These are exterior inspections from the ground level. For other cities, or if a ladder or interior inspection is required, we charge $99.00 (Pest diagnostic service call). If you know where the entry point is outside, please email pictures to support@lakewoodexterminating.com. We can give you an approximate cost by looking at pictures.

$$$ Starting At: We charge a base price of $250 as the trap set-up fee. Traps are set over the entry point outside/ adjacent to the entry point. The customer agrees to check the traps daily (legally, you must check them daily). We charge a base-price removal fee of $100 per animal. The traps are left for approximately one week. Then, we remove the traps and seal the entry point. The base price to remove the traps and seal the hole is $200 (plus tax).

Flying Squirrels are usually quoted at a fixed cost after an inspection.

Squirrel Removal Service

$250⁰⁰Initial Trap Set Up Fee

Base-price removal fee of $100 per animal.
Remove the traps and seal the hole is $200 (plus tax).

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How Your Squirrel Trapping Will Work

Exterior Chipmunk Trapping

Chipmunk Trapping Process: Includes the installation of several trap boxes around the property. The boxes secure snap traps so only small rodents can access the traps. We recommend keeping the traps until no chipmunk is caught for one week.

Rodenticides (toxins) are not labeled for use on chipmunks in our area.
After trapping is complete, chipmunks on adjacent properties may enter your property to reside in the newly vacated burrows. This is typical behavior with rodents. As a result, we cannot guarantee that you will not see chipmunks on your property after the service is complete.

Side profile of a standing Siberian chipmunk

Exterior Chipmunk Trapping

$750⁰⁰plus tax for 2 weeks of trapping.

Traps can be left for additional weeks for $350 per week.

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Skunks Underneath Decks, Porches, and Sheds

We can do free estimates for skunks under structures (porches, decks, sheds).

Skunk Removal Process: Includes installing an inground fence around the structure’s perimeter. Other repairs around stairs, lattice, etc., may also be required. The goal is to create a barrier so no animals can enter that area. Then, we attach a one-way door exclusion device over the entry point. That way, whatever animals live under the structure can leave but cannot get back inside. The exclusion device is left on for about two weeks. At that time, the animals will be gone. We take off the one-way door and complete the repair.

Repairs are guaranteed for 2 years after the completion date to prevent future wildlife entry at repaired sites.

(We do not trap skunks or provide service for skunks that do not nest underneath a structure.)

Cost Estimate: If you want a general idea of what it will cost, measure the perimeter of your deck/ porch/ shed. Take the total linear feet and multiply it by $20. (we charge around $20 per linear foot of in-ground fencing repair). Then, add $100 for the final visit to remove the one-way doors and complete the job.

Skunk Removal Service

$25Per Linear Foot of Repairs

Measure the perimeter of your deck, porch, or shed to get a rough estimate.
Additional $100 for the final visit to remove the one-way doors and complete the job.

*Prices vary depending on the complexity of the repair.

Schedule

How Your Skunk Removal Will Work

Wildlife & Animal Control FAQs

Are your removal methods humane?

Yes, all our removal methods are designed to be as humane as possible. We use techniques like live trapping, exclusion devices, and safe relocation to ensure the animals are treated ethically throughout the process.

Do you just remove the animals, or do you also prevent them from coming back?

Our services go beyond just removal. We identify and seal entry points, clean up any mess left by the animals, and implement preventive measures to keep wildlife from returning to your property.

How long does the wild animal removal process typically take?

The duration varies depending on the type and extent of the infestation. Some issues, like chipmunk trapping, typically involve a two-week program. Others, like bat exclusion, may take longer due to seasonal restrictions. We’ll provide you with a timeline estimate during our initial assessment.

What if the animals in my attic are a protected species?

We’re well-versed in local wildlife protection laws. If we encounter a protected species, we’ll work with local authorities to ensure legal and ethical removal. In some cases, this might involve alternative solutions or waiting for a specific time of year to proceed.

Can you help me with insurance claims related to wildlife damage?

While we’re not insurance agents, we can provide detailed documentation of wildlife damage and our remediation efforts. This documentation often proves valuable when filing insurance claims for wildlife-related property damage.