Can I remove animals myself?

<div><p>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. </p><p>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. </p></div>

What’s the difference between pest control and animal removal?

<div><p>Pest control is not the same as animal removal. <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/exterminators/">Pest control specialists</a> 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. </p><p>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. </p></div>

What animals do animal removal specialists remove?

<div><p>Animal removal specialists specialize in removing critters and wildlife from in and around your home. These include:</p><ul><li><p>Bats</p></li><li><p>Birds</p></li><li><p>Groundhogs</p></li><li><p>Moles and voles</p></li><li><p>Opossums</p></li><li><p>Mice and rats</p></li><li><p>Raccoons</p></li><li><p>Skunks</p></li><li><p>Squirrels</p></li></ul><p>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. </p></div>

Should I hire an animal removal specialist instead of calling my local municipality?

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

How much does animal removal cost?

<div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-cost-animal-removal.htm">Professional animal removal costs</a> between <b>$200 and $600</b> for average homeowners. However, depending on the type and number of critters removed, this cost could range from <b>$85 to $1,400</b>. </p><p>This cost does not include the cost of home damage caused by the animal, which could be as low as <b>$300</b> for minor drywall repair or as much as <b>$15,000</b> for crawl space cleaning and restoration. </p></div>

Top 10 Best Animal removal specialists in Batesville, IN

Modern Wildlife Control

9465 Counselors Row

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Modern Wildlife Control

9465 Counselors Row

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32 years of experience

Modern Wildlife Control is a locally owned and operated nuisance wildlife removal and control company based out of Indianapolis, Indiana. Our DNR licensed animal trappers serve all central parts of the state with full-service nuisance wildlife management for both residential and commercial properties, including comprehensive inspections and assessments, preventative maintenance applications, animal damage restoration and repair, integrated pest management solutions, cleaning and sanitizing applications, abandoned animal rescue, follow-up inspections, environmental adjustments, and homeowners’ insurance claim work. Contact our office directly and request a free quote or professional advice regarding your nuisance animal issues, anytime. We serve all of Indianapolis and its surrounding counties, and in some cases, even on the same day! Modern Wildlife Control only employs DNR licensed and insured animal trapping and control specialists with more than 30 years of experience in the animal removal and abatement industry. Our teams are fully equipped with the latest technologies and state of the art resources to effectively manage any types of wildlife, regardless of size, scale, or scope. Not only do we use trusted, safe and humane methods of wildlife extraction and exclusion, we operate in adherence with all local and federal laws that govern nuisance wildlife. We also offer free estimates and advice, and serve all counties in Indianapolis and its surrounding regions. Contact us to learn more about the nuisance wildlife management solutions we have to offer.

Firefighters Chimney Co

Firefighters Chimney Co

12 years of experience

we also have a huge line of wood stoves, including pellet ,gas, and multifuel

Gundrum Pet Cremation Care

1603 East Broadway

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Gundrum Pet Cremation Care

1603 East Broadway

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13 years of experience

Gundrum Pet Cremation Cares opened for business in November of 2012 and is now available to provide on site pet cremation.

Yetter Critter Getter LLC.

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Yetter Critter Getter LLC.

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12 years of experience

provide raccoon, bat, ground hog, skunk, squirrel, mole and opossum removal, control and exclusion for Some cities in Ohio including Oxford Ohio, Cincinnati Ohio. We specialize in professional animal control, animal removal, and animal entry prevention for most animals. Including raccoon removal, bat control, squirrel removal and exclusion, mole removal and seasonal management programs. Skunk, opossum, and ground hog trapping, bird removal, bird trapping and entry prevention.

Metro Window Cleaning & Handyman Service

P.O. Box 165

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Metro Window Cleaning & Handyman Service

P.O. Box 165

No reviews

30 years of experience

Common sense is falsely so called. Maybe at one time sensibility was common, however, it is not so in our day.I bring a refreshing ability to use sense and efficiency coupled with the highest quality standards in everything that I put my hands to do. Your satisfaction is my goal.

BEAST MASTER PEST SERVICES

BEAST MASTER PEST SERVICES

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Husband/Wife owned pest, termite and wildlife removal service. In Business Since 1995. Fully Insured. State Licensed OH, KY, IN. Former Wildlife Specialist for US Dept. of Agriculture's Wildlife Services Division. Author of "The Business Man Trapper" training textbook for entrepreneur wildlife technicians. Owner/Formulator of wildlife scents, baits and lures at www.predatorplus.com Basically, we're your ALL AROUND wildlife removal experts with nearly 25 years experience !

"No large animals found, just mice. I don't like climbing in the attic, so it was worth the extra money for him to spread the bait that I am sure is stronger then anything I could buy. $150 for the service call and $150 to climb in the attic and spread bait."

Kim J on January 2018

Husband/Wife owned pest, termite and wildlife removal service. In Business Since 1995. Fully Insured. State Licensed OH, KY, IN. Former Wildlife Specialist for US Dept. of Agriculture's Wildlife Services Division. Author of "The Business Man Trapper" training textbook for entrepreneur wildlife technicians. Owner/Formulator of wildlife scents, baits and lures at www.predatorplus.com Basically, we're your ALL AROUND wildlife removal experts with nearly 25 years experience !

"No large animals found, just mice. I don't like climbing in the attic, so it was worth the extra money for him to spread the bait that I am sure is stronger then anything I could buy. $150 for the service call and $150 to climb in the attic and spread bait."

Kim J on January 2018

Plunkett's Pest Control

8218 N McCormick Blvd

4.80(

168

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Plunkett's Pest Control

8218 N McCormick Blvd

4.80(

168

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Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 93% of Angi customers

With over 100 years in business, we are earning your trust. Founded in 1915, Plunkett’s Pest Control is a family-owned & operated company with third-generation ownership. Plunkett’s delivers professional pest control services to residential and commercial clients in 20 states and growing. Our entire staff is knowledgeable, trustworthy, resourceful, and passionate about preventing & solving pest concerns for our clients and safeguarding the communities we call home.

"100% would recommend Mica from Plunkett’s to deal with your cockroach issues. We had roaches off and on for many months, despite a good cleaning regime etc., and eventually realized other units in our shared building had the same issues. Mica quickly and precisely diagnosed the source of the issue, was real with us about time and possible costs, worked with us in coordinating multiple units, patiently answered all questions, and in the end helped my neighbors and I deal with this extremely persistent issue in a relatively short time frame. He approached treatment with a lot of care and thought, in particular listening and adjusting for our concerns re: safety of our young toddler. This was a big one for us! Plunkett’s was a bit more expensive than some other pest control companies we looked at, but neighbors had already tried multiple other services and it never got rid of the issue. In the end, it was probably cheaper than multiple ineffective treatments, but more importantly we haven’t seen a roach in several months."

Matt P on October 2023

With over 100 years in business, we are earning your trust. Founded in 1915, Plunkett’s Pest Control is a family-owned & operated company with third-generation ownership. Plunkett’s delivers professional pest control services to residential and commercial clients in 20 states and growing. Our entire staff is knowledgeable, trustworthy, resourceful, and passionate about preventing & solving pest concerns for our clients and safeguarding the communities we call home.

"100% would recommend Mica from Plunkett’s to deal with your cockroach issues. We had roaches off and on for many months, despite a good cleaning regime etc., and eventually realized other units in our shared building had the same issues. Mica quickly and precisely diagnosed the source of the issue, was real with us about time and possible costs, worked with us in coordinating multiple units, patiently answered all questions, and in the end helped my neighbors and I deal with this extremely persistent issue in a relatively short time frame. He approached treatment with a lot of care and thought, in particular listening and adjusting for our concerns re: safety of our young toddler. This was a big one for us! Plunkett’s was a bit more expensive than some other pest control companies we looked at, but neighbors had already tried multiple other services and it never got rid of the issue. In the end, it was probably cheaper than multiple ineffective treatments, but more importantly we haven’t seen a roach in several months."

Matt P on October 2023