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C. Wright & Wright Enterprises, Inc.
3.7(
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had crown and floor molding installed through the house. They did a fantastic job and their team was professional, friendly and respectful. Job was two days, each day they were on time and worked hard to complete the project on time. I would highly recommend them."
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Warehouse - safe & humane removal

+49

Response time2 days
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Fire & Water Damage Recovery
4.7(
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The experience with Justin at Fire & Water Damage Recovery was excellent. They were referred by the plumbing company that serviced my sump pump. We still got 3 estimate, Justin's estimate was in the middle but I felt good with Justin based on our phone conversation and the referral so we went with this company. Justin did tell me that he might have estimated on the high side because he does not like to surprise the homeowners. What a surprise when I go the final invoice. The final invoice came in much lower and was very close or lower than the lowest estimate I got. Justin and his team also took pictures of how the place was before and after for me to see. They even took pictures of the pathway that they took to get to the crawl space to assure me that they kept the place clean when they got in and out. I was very satisified with Justin and his company."
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Exo Pest Solutions
5.0(
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Owner of Company, Sophanna, is very experienced with rodent abatement and knowledge of roof construction and repair. He found entry points and closed them and removed Norway rats in most humane way. Super efficient with excellent follow-up, he runs a superb company with motivation and attention to detail. Our rat problem is resolved at this time and the rates are reasonable. We feel so lucky to find him and will recommend him to our neighbors."
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+5

Response time2 days
Response rate93%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Attic Crew
5.0(
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I called AttiCrew for insulation. I was more than satisfied with their customer care and expertise. They go out of their way to please their customers and get the job done in a timely manner. Very professional and competent. Will recommend to friends and family."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Supreme Pest Elimination Corp.
4.8(
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Gabriel has been excellent from beginning to end!! He came out and gave me his estimate and was able to start right then and there with plugging up all the holes where the rodents were getting in. Removed all the pests and has come back weekly to see if there were anymore. I would definitely hire Gabriel and Supreme Pest Elimination again!!"
Attic cleaning
New insulation
Sanitized the attic
New insulation
Wildlife removal

+7

Response time40 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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All Pest Pros
4.0(
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I contacted all pest pros the beginning of April because of a dead smell coming from my attic. I also had flies coming out of there. The inspector Alex went into the attic and removed dead rat from a trap that Terminix left behind. I signed a contract, though I thought was  a little pricey at the time. With all the hard work that these guys did, I now feel that it was money well spent. I just had my last check up yesterday and there were no rats in the traps and am no longer hearing noises in my walls. My house has been nice and cool with the new insulation that was put in. GREAT JOB TO ALL PEST PROS!
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Healthy Duct Cleaning
3.9(
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The cleaning job went very well. It was a job of many surprises( pokaman chips, matchbox size cars,of course legos etc. etc.etc.)! We moved to the house in 88,remodeled a few years later and then never cleaned them. The cleaning was a great check and all is well. In fact they stated that they weren't bad (considering). I was very happy they are in good condition.........................................."
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FAQs for animal removal projects in Berkeley, CA

DIY animal removal is rarely a good idea and is not advised for many reasons. First, these types of animals can carry diseases and, therefore, pose a health risk to you, your family, and your pets if mishandled. Second, depending on your city or municipality, it may be illegal to remove or handle wildlife yourself. 

Sealing your home against these animals yourself is also a bad idea. Trapping an animal under your house will cause odor and insect problems when it passes away. 

Pest control is not the same as animal removal. Pest control specialists treat for insects and bugs, often by using chemicals. Animal removal specialists try to avoid chemicals if possible and instead work to trap and move the animal that's causing problems. 

Since each expert has their own removal methods, it's best to contact a pest control professional for insects and bugs and an animal control specialist for other animals.

Animal removal specialists specialize in removing critters and wildlife from in and around your home. These include:

  • Bats

  • Birds

  • Groundhogs

  • Moles and voles

  • Opossums

  • Mice and rats

  • Raccoons

  • Skunks

  • Squirrels

The specialist's method to remove these critters will depend on the animal. For example, groundhogs will be live-trapped and relocated, whereas, for birds, the expert will remove and discard the inactive nest and sanitize the area. 

You might be tempted to call your local municipality to remove animals from your property, such as a groundhog burrowing in your yard or raccoons getting into your trash cans. However, they typically only remove domestic animals like dogs and cats from properties, or sick and injured wildlife that pose a public safety risk or health threat, such as a rabid animal. They typically do not capture or remove healthy wildlife.

Animal removal professionals have the tools, knowledge, and skills to trap and remove wild animals adequately and humanely. They also can relocate them correctly.

Professional animal removal costs between $200 and $600 for average homeowners. However, depending on the type and number of critters removed, this cost could range from $85 to $1,400

This cost does not include the cost of home damage caused by the animal, which could be as low as $300 for minor drywall repair or as much as $15,000 for crawl space cleaning and restoration. 

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