How can I tell what kind of animal is in my attic?

• <div>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:<ul><li>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.</li><li>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.</li></ul>When in doubt, take photos of damage or other evidence and show them to an experienced pest control pro.</div>

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Reviewed in January 2025
It is a pleasure to work with Holistic Pest Control. From my first phone call to the office to completion of the work required, everyone was friendly and very helpful. The initial service was completed neatly and in a timely manner, and ongoing visits are made at regular intervals with a phone...
Holistic Pest Solutions
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Reviewed in March 2023
Did exactly what we discussed and I didnâ t have to bird dog the work. Very efficient and friendly. Will definitely hire again.
Adolfo's Landscaping and Housecleaning
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Reviewed in July 2022
Had a great experience with WC wildlife control. They came same day for a snake removal and prevention visit. Wade, the owner, was on time and seemed very knowledgeable with all types of nuisance animals. They did a thorough inspection of my property and gave me plenty of helpful suggestions....
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Reviewed in September 2021
100% satisfied. ARC will be my first call for pest control services in the future.
Ark Pest Control & Prevention, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2018
My phone rang within 15 minutes of signing up with Home Advisor. Branson. Of Modern Pest Control, listened to my problem, gave a very professional assessment and then estimate,so we scheduled an appointment the very next day. The job is done and the ant problem is controlled and work guaranteed.
Modern Pest Solutions, Inc.
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Reviewed in February 2017
They arrived on time and did their job. If I had problems in the interim, they came promptly and treated as needed. They weren't able to really help control chipmunks, though they tried. Mothballs worked better. No extra charge for chipmunks, etc.
Formerly Connor's an Ehrlich Company
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Reviewed in July 2014
Mr. Nagy, who helped me in June of this year with a very bad ant problem, responded within less than one hour, and agreed to come in the afternoon to survey the problem, and returned after dark to do the work. The job was done safely, quickly, and completely. He is a very skilled professional...
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Reviewed in June 2012
Based on the positive reviews on Angie's List, I called-up Perma Treat Pest Control for an estimate. The first question I had was: Am I in your operating area, and do you want my business? They gave me an unqualified yes. I was seeking full termite treatment of a new home, and other services. ...
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In business since 1993

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"They did a great job. They solved all the problems I had with the chimney and it’s been working perfectly ever since. They also fixed a problem on the roof around the chimney; they replaced the wood around the chimney with a material that would never rot, so they fixed it even better than it was before. It took them a couple of days to do the work. They took care of all the cleanup as well. We've been real happy with them."

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Bird Control questions, answered by experts

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.

Some animals, such as bats or birds, will be able to get out of chimneys on their own since they can fly. Other animals, however, may have a harder time and will require the help of a professional to escape. Squirrels and raccoons in particular may become stuck inside a chimney, especially if you have a buildup of soot or creosote inside. This can prevent them from being able to climb out, in which case you’ll need to call an animal control expert to help remove them.

DIY removal of birds or bats is not recommended due to safety risks and potential legal protections for certain species. While simple prevention methods can be done yourself, actual removal and control of an infestation should be handled by professionals who are familiar with safe, humane, and effective techniques.

Many different types of animals like to build nests in attics. The types may vary depending on your home’s condition and location and you can prevent them by sealing off entry points and eliminating food sources. The most common critters that like to build nests in your attic include:

Raccoons
Bats
Squirrels
Mice
Rats

Yes, many services include cleanup and sanitization to remove droppings and odors. Confirm with your provider.

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