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KEITH GALVIN WILDLIFE CONTROL

About us

GALVIN WILDLIFE IS A HOME BASED FAMILY OWNED WILDLIFE CONTROL FIRM OPERATED BY KEITH AND BETH GALVIN. WE OPENED FOR BUSINESS IN 1993 AND HAVE SERVED THE LEHIGH VALLEY EVER SINCE. AT GWC WE PROVIDE FULL SERVICE FOR ANIMAL PEST REMOVAL. OUR TRAPS ARE MONITERED DAILY TO INSURE SUCCESSFUL CATCHES AND TO BE SURE ANIMALS ARE TREATED HUMANELY. OUR CUSTOMERS ARE PAYING FOR A SERVICE SO WE DON'T ASK THEM TO CHECK OUR TRAPS. WE CHARGE A SERVICE CALL FEE, (BASED ON LOCATION), FOR THE INITIAL INSPECTION AND UP TO 30 DAYS WORTH OF TRAPPING. THE 30 DAYS DO NOT HAVE TO BE CONSECUTIVE BUT THEY DO EXPIRE AS OF DEC 31ST OF THE YEAR ISSUED. (EXTENSIONS TO APRIL 1ST ARE GIVEN FOR LATE FALL SQUIRREL CONTRACTS). ADDITIONAL FEES INCLUDE: PER ANIMAL CHARGES (BASED ON THE ANIMAL), REPAIR FEES AS NEEDED AND ONLY WITH CUSTOMER PRIOR APPROVAL. WE OFFER A FIVE YEAR GUARANTEE ON ANY REPAIR WORK WE PREFORM. WE ALSO OFFER BAT AND MICE EXCLUSIONS AS PERMANENT SOLUTIONS. WE ARE LICENSED THROUGH THE PENNSYLVANIA GAME COMMISSION AND FOLLOW THE LAWS AS SET. ANIMALS WE ARE ALLOWED TO RELEASE ARE RELOCATED UNDER THE BEST POSSIBLE CIRCUMSTANCES FOR THE ANIMAL. CERTAIN ANIMALS ARE LISTED AS RABIES CARRIERS AND HAVE TO BE HUMANELY DESTROYED. THIS IS DETERMINED BY THE GAME COMMISSION AND OUTSIDE OF OUR CONTROL. INJURIED ANIMALS THAT ARE NOT ON THE RABIES LIST ARE TURNED OVER TO REHABILITATORS FOR MEDICAL TREATMENT AND EVENTUAL RELEASE BACK INTO THE WILD. TELL US YOU FOUND US ON ANGIES LIST AND WE WILL GIVE YOU A $10.00 (TEN DOLLAR) DISCOUNT OFF YOUR FIRST TRAPPED ANIMAL.

Business highlights

Emergency services offered
32 years of experience

Services we offer

BAT, GROUNDHOG, MICE, OPOSSUM & BIRD REMOVAL., RACCOON, SKUNK, SNAKE, SQUIRREL

Amenities

Emergency Services

Yes

Reviews
5.06 Reviews
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Janette T.
Jul 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Groundhog was removed successfully

Greg S.
Dec 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown

John K.
Dec 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$350
I called Galvin to help with a squirrel problem in my center city home. He came out the next day and sized up the problem and started relocating the squirrels. He checked on the traps every day without fail, and I was squirrel free in about a week. He explained a lot, offered a lot of sound advice, and even a lot of tips on how to seal up the house to prevent such a problem in the future. Keith takes him time on the job and never rushes. I would recommend him if you ever find you need some wildlife relocated.

David K.
Sep 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$750
After a thorough inspection, Keith told us that bats entering a house after a new roof is installed (ours was replaced 9 months ago) is not uncommon, as roofers are more concerned about rain and wind, and may accidentally damage old caulk which was preventing incursions.  He is licensed by the state and could not block the bat entry points during mating season.  At the end of August he blocked all identified points of entry with copper wool (which I had never heard of) and then caulk--leaving one entry with a one-way "gate" to allow bats to exit, but not enter.
Two weeks later he removed this gate and finished the caulking.  He also addressed the points where mice seemed to have been getting under our siding.  He was professional, punctual, and provided a 5-year warranty on his work.  Exterminator companies researched did not generally offer a warranty for bat incursion.
So far there have been no more bats and we feel the price was very reasonable.

Kristin E.
Nov 2011
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$210
I found the company on Angie's List, and they were the first I called. Mr. Galvin's wife answered the phone and was tremendously helpful and knowledgable about what to do with the skunk living under my shed. She quoted me a total of $220, which seemed like a lot of money for a little skunk. So while I really liked her and what she had to say about the skunk and the company, I called around for other quotes. But I have to tell you, as I called around, I kept hoping everyone else would come in more expensive, because I just had a gut instinct to go with Galvin. And everyone else was over $300, which solidified my decision! I called Mrs. Galvin back after a few days of shining a bright light at the skunk (and my husband spending an evening trying to poke it with a long stick - yikes!) because the skunk clearly wasn't going anywhere. Mr. Galvin called me back immediately and was at my house within the hour. From start to finish, this was a great experience, and I can't recommend Galvin highly enough!
Response from KEITH GALVIN WILDLIFE CONTROL
"Thank you so much for your kind words. We are so happy we could help and that you were satisied with our service. We hope that you never need to use us again, but we hope that you will call should the necesity present itself!"

GLYNIS D.
Jul 2007
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
I was very glad I hired Keith Galvin for this job. His price was lower than others I called for estimates. He knew what he was doing and got the groundhogs removed quickly. I asked him lots of questions about groundhogs and he was very informative about them. Although $300 was a lot of money to us, I wish I had called him sooner, as we had spent a lot of time filling in their holes and trying methods to deter them. Having him remove them was quick and easy.
Response from KEITH GALVIN WILDLIFE CONTROL
"Just found what you wrote about us on Angie's List. Thank you so much for your fine praise. I am so glad we were able to help you out with your groundhogs. I know it was three years ago, but I just signed up to the list today. If you ever need our services again we will be glad to help."

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FAQ

KEITH GALVIN WILDLIFE CONTROL is currently rated 5.0 overall out of 5.

No, KEITH GALVIN WILDLIFE CONTROL does not offer free project estimates.

No, KEITH GALVIN WILDLIFE CONTROL does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.

No, KEITH GALVIN WILDLIFE CONTROL does not offer a senior discount.

Yes, KEITH GALVIN WILDLIFE CONTROL offers emergency services.

No, KEITH GALVIN WILDLIFE CONTROL does not offer warranties.