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The Fireplace Doctor
3.9(
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Pest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - RodentsPest Control - Small Animals+1 more

Serving Saxis, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"When they came, we evidently had chimney swifts in our chimney and they couldn't remove them (by law due to it being an endangered species). By the time the birds were gone and we called them back, the coupon had expired.
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Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Charles E. Morgan & Sons, Inc.
4.8(
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Pest Control - RodentsPest Control - Small AnimalsPest Control - Small Animals - For Business

Serving Saxis, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

"We have a severely termite damaged house. They came to the site on time, carefully inspected the situation and explained the treatment process. They are professional and experienced."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Terminix
3.7(
472
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Pest Control - Rodents

Serving Saxis, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Explained what was necessary to remove yellow jackets and hornets from my crawl space. Both nests were eliminated quickly. Circled the house 3 times before he left."
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Termite Treatment
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Animal Removal questions, answered by experts

No, poison isn’t the best way to deal with animals in your attic. It’s unlikely to completely eradicate the problem, especially if you don’t take care of access points. Also, poisoned animals may die and decay in the attic, causing noxious odors. 

Some animals may leave the attic before the poison kills them, which could lead to nearby pets or other wildlife eating the animals and becoming poisoned themselves. Ultimately, it’s better to avoid using poison and contact a professional instead.

Yes, badgers are aggressive mammals, which is why it’s important to safely remove them from your home or garden area as soon as possible. Keep in mind though, badgers rarely attack pets or people, but their sharp claws and even sharper teeth can make them dangerous if they feel threatened.

Regular cleaning, proper food storage, sealing entry points, and professional inspections help prevent infestations.

It can be difficult to know what type of animal is in your attic until you see it. But several clues can help you narrow down the suspects:

  • Sounds: Smaller animals like rats and mice make scurrying and tapping/gnawing sounds. Larger animals like raccoons and opossums make louder clambering noises. Also, note when animals are noisy: Squirrels are active during the day, while rats are busiest at night.

  • Droppings: Rats and mice leave small, rice-shaped droppings (the rat’s version is significantly larger). Bigger droppings belong to larger critters like raccoons. As long as you’re not squeamish, an image search can help you identify what you’re seeing in your attic.

When in doubt, take photos of damage or other evidence and show them to an experienced pest control pro.

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. 

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