Why You Should Find A Montgomery County Wildlife Removal Company?
Around the Dayton area, especially during the winter in springtime, wild animals can cause havoc and a reputable Montgomery County Wildlife Removal service may be needed at your home. In this part of the state, the most prevalent wild animals that cause nuisance problems in your home or attic are raccoons, squirrels, bats, and mice. They all have different characteristics and cause different problems and carry various diseases. For instance, if you hear activity during the daytime, it would more than likely be a squirrel or bird in the wall versus a raccoon or a bat, as they are active during night time known as nocturnal.
These unwanted varmints will keep you up at night, chew on wiring in your walls, compress attic insulation ruining its thermal capabilities, and urinate throughout the house where mold and other diseases may grow. Animal poop and fecal matter is the perfect host for different diseases known as histoplasmosis, hantavirus, salmonella, and many others. With modern-day air conditioners running flexible ductwork throughout wall cavities, crawl spaces, and attics, wild animals can tear into them. This will open up the duct-work, and these bacteria and viruses can become airborne, ruining your indoor air quality and putting you and the family at risk. Call Barnes Pest Control anytime you need Montgomery County Wildlife Removal.
Raccoons tore a hole in the roof and water and urine collapsed the drywall ceiling and homeowner needed Montgomery County Wildlife Removal.
Uncovering the Hidden Threat: How Wildlife Can Damage Your Building’s Walls
When we think about wildlife, images of serene forests and fields often come to mind. However, the interaction between wildlife and urban areas can sometimes be less idyllic, especially when it comes to the integrity of our buildings. But, wildlife can cause a variety of damages to the walls of a home, some of which can be quite severe and lead to significant repair costs. Surprisingly, one of the less discussed aspects of this interaction is the damage wildlife can cause to the walls of buildings. Let’s delve a bit more into the various types of damage that animals can inflict on building walls, offering insights into prevention and repair strategies.
Structural Damage From Wildife
Chewing and Gnawing
Rodents like mice and rats are known for their gnawing behavior. They can chew through wooden structures, insulation, and even electrical wiring within walls, potentially leading to fire hazards.
Burrowing and Nesting
Some animals, such as squirrels and raccoons, may create nests in the walls. This nesting can lead to structural weakening, especially if the animals are burrowing into the material of the wall itself.
Moisture and Mold Damage From Wildlife
Animals nesting within walls can introduce moisture, either directly through their nesting materials or indirectly through openings they create, which can lead to mold growth. This is not only harmful to the building’s structure but can also pose health risks to the inhabitants.
Wildlife Insulation Damage
Wildlife like squirrels, bats, and rodents often disturb or destroy insulation material in the walls for nesting. This destruction can lead to a loss of energy efficiency in the home, resulting in higher heating and cooling costs.
Aesthetic Damage
Pecking by birds, such as woodpeckers, can cause cosmetic damage to the exterior walls. This can be unsightly and may decrease the home’s curb appeal and value.
Ducts and Ventilation Damage From Wildlife
Wildlife may enter or damage ventilation ducts and systems. This can lead to inefficient heating and cooling systems and can also pose health risks if the ducts become contaminated with wildlife droppings or urine.
Wildlife Noises and Odor Issues
The presence of wildlife in walls can lead to unpleasant noises (scratching, scurrying, or animal calls) and odors (from droppings, urine, or even deceased animals), creating an uncomfortable living environment.
Health Hazards Created By Wildlife
Wildlife can carry diseases and parasites. If they are living within home walls, there’s a risk of these hazards infiltrating living spaces, especially if there are openings or air circulation between the walls and the home interior.
What To Do When You Have Wildlife Living In Your Wall
Whenever dealing with a wild animal problem it’s best to consult with a professional who has experience in the best methods to get rid of these wild animals. It’s best to catch it before they cause more damage than you can afford to repair. Barnes Wildlife Control is southwestern Ohio’s leading wild animal control company.
We specialize in removing and trapping wild animals performing Montgomery County Wildlife Removal so that you may return your home to normal and get a good night’s sleep. We take our job serious and use the best equipment and resources available along with knowledgeable and highly trained staff to get your problem under control.
Our team can even make all the necessary repairs to keep them from coming back. The last thing that you want to do is to spend money to get rid of these critters for them just to return the following year.
If you review our Youtube page (check out this link to bat sounds ) you can find many videos showing animals in the walls and the sounds they make. The owner’s daughter Haley is featured in one dealing with bats and the sounds they make. Its a very helpful video to identify what you may having living in your home.
This large rat was trapped along with other wild animals at this Montgomery County Ohio home.
Dayton Ohio is loaded with pest problems and we handle both insects and animals. You can also set up an appointment online for a thorough inspection of the entire house, including the roof, the attic, and the crawl space and/or basement. Please call today at (937) 340-1867 or you can find more information on how to contact us and our service territory on our website on the contact us page.