During the winter, wild animals need to find shelter to protect themselves from frigid temperatures, snow, ice, and wind. Houses are ideal. Animals frequently find small gaps and squeeze through them or create openings by chewing and scratching through the siding. These are some of the species that are most likely to take up residence…
Skunks are a common sight in many cities and towns in Connecticut, but they are also wild animals. If you see a skunk on your property or near your home, it’s important to know whether the animal is behaving normally or if its behavior is abnormal. Skunks can carry rabies, so if you see one…
Raccoons are some of the most intelligent animals in the world and can be quite crafty when it comes to getting what they want. They’re known for going through garbage cans and snacking on pet food, and they also have sneaky ways of breaking into homes—especially as we’re moving into cooler fall weather. The raccoon…
Raccoons can thrive in a wide range of environments. Whether they’re in a city or in a suburban or rural area, raccoons are resourceful enough to find sources of food. If raccoons come to your yard looking for food, they’re likely to leave a path of destruction in their wake. How Raccoons Can Damage the…
Skunks generally aren’t aggressive, but when they feel threatened, they release a spray with an unpleasant odor that lingers. Fortunately, there are a few simple strategies that you can use to keep skunks out of the yard at your Connecticut home. Remove Potential Food Sources One reason why skunks wander into yards is to find…
Wildlife and pests can be a nuisance if they’re in your home. They also pose some risks to your health and dwelling. Here are some of the most common risks that you might face if you have nuisance wildlife in your home. Fire Dangers When you think about wildlife in your home, you probably don’t…
Squirrels often seek warmth and shelter inside people’s houses. If you believe that you have squirrels living in the attic of your Connecticut home, you should contact a professional as soon as possible, before they cause significant damage. How Can Squirrels Get into an Attic? Squirrels find gaps and cracks that homeowners can easily overlook…
Bats give birth in late spring and early summer. Their pups need a safe place to live when they’re young and not yet able to fly. Mothers often seek shelter inside attics because they are warm and safe places. Bats can leave behind waste and can carry rabies, which is why homeowners who discover bats…
Groundhogs, or woodchucks, often cause a nuisance for Connecticut homeowners. They eat vegetables in gardens and dig tunnels and holes that can make a mess of a yard and create a safety hazard. Groundhogs give birth between late winter and early summer, and they hibernate during the winter. The best time to remove woodchucks from…
Wild animals, such as squirrels, opossum, raccoons, birds, and bats, can cause significant damage to a roof. They can scratch and chew their way through shingles and enter the attic, where they can find shelter and leave behind waste that might carry disease. There are a few simple ways that you can keep animals from…