Preparing Your Home for Fall: Wildlife Prevention Tips for a Critter-Free Season

As the temperatures drop and Fall arrives in Maryland and Delaware, local wildlife starts preparing for winter. For homeowners, this can mean unwanted guests looking for shelter, food, or warmth. At Bay Area Wildlife Solutions, we specialize in humane and effective wildlife control, keeping your home safe from critters like raccoons, squirrels, bats, and more.

Common Fall Wildlife Issues

During the Fall, many animals start looking for places to hibernate or build nests to escape the cold. Some common wildlife you may encounter include:

  • Squirrels: Known for invading attics to store food.
  • Raccoons: These nocturnal animals may search for shelter in chimneys or crawl spaces.
  • Bats: Seeking warmth, bats often settle in attics and basements.
  • Mice and Rats: These rodents can squeeze through small gaps in walls, foundations, or vents.

How to Prevent Wildlife Intrusions

Wildlife prevention is the key to avoiding costly damages and potential health risks. Here are some steps you can take:

  1. Seal Entry Points: Check your home for gaps, cracks, and holes in the roof, walls, or foundation. Seal them with caulking or steel wool.
  2. Secure Garbage: Raccoons and other critters are attracted to food. Make sure your trash cans are secured with tight-fitting lids.
  3. Clear Yard Debris: Piles of leaves, wood, or debris can provide perfect hiding places for wildlife. Regularly clear these to deter animals from nesting nearby.
  4. Install Chimney Caps: Chimneys are a favorite entry point for raccoons and birds. Installing a cap can block access.
  5. Trim Trees: Overhanging branches give animals like squirrels easy access to your roof. Keep trees trimmed back.

Why Fall Wildlife Control Matters

Unaddressed wildlife intrusions can lead to damaged insulation, chewed wires, and contaminated spaces. More importantly, some animals carry diseases that can affect your family’s health. Our team offers prompt and humane wildlife removal services, ensuring your home stays protected throughout the season.

Our Fall Wildlife Services

At Bay Area Wildlife Solutions, we offer a range of services designed to keep your home critter-free this Fall, including:

  • Wildlife inspections to identify potential entry points.
  • Humane trapping and removal of raccoons, squirrels, bats, and other wildlife.
  • Exclusion services to block entry points and prevent future issues.
  • Attic cleanup and restoration if animals have caused damage.

Protect Your Home This Fall

Don’t wait until wildlife becomes a problem. Contact Bay Area Wildlife Solutions today for a free consultation and let us help you prepare your home for a critter-free Fall. We proudly serve Sussex County, Kent County, Talbot County, Queen Anne’s County, and beyond!