Pest & Wildlife Control for Sussex & Kent DE Counties

When it comes to nuisance wildlife, homeowners and business owners face issues with many different creatures, including snakes, foxes, raccoons, groundhogs and bats. These animals may seem harmless from a distance, but they can cause substantial damage and present health risks if they reside in or around homes and businesses.

Snakes often slither into basements, sheds, garages and even homes in search of cool, dark spaces and nesting sites for eggs. While most species in Delaware aren’t venomous, they can still startle people and pets. Non-venomous snakes like garter and rat snakes are still unwanted guests that need safe, humane removal.

Foxes, raccoons and opossums frequently raid gardens, dig through trash bins and settle in attics. Not only are they destructive, but they can also carry rabies.

Raccoons, in particular, have adapted well to populated areas, and dexterous paws make uncapping chimneys, unhinging garbage cans, and entering any openings in pursuit of food and the denning regions.

Groundhogs, also called woodchucks, use their sharp teeth and powerful claws to excavate large burrow systems in yards and fields. While not inherently dangerous, their tunneling activities can damage foundations and plumbing lines and allow other creatures underground access. Removing these stout rodents and collapsing their tunnels is crucial.

Bats and squirrels represent some of Delaware homeowners’ and business owners’ most frequent wildlife problems. They are adept at squeezing into structures through eaves, chimneys, exterior walls and attics. Their constant scratching sounds, droppings and urine cause significant damage and unsanitary conditions if left unchecked. Safe, humane removal and exclusion practices are warranted.