Comprehensive Wildlife Removal for Smithtown Homes
If you're hearing scratching in the walls at night or noticing torn soffits, you need local experts who understand the behavior of Long Island's wildlife. We don't just set a trap and leave; we provide full-scale exclusion to ensure the animals can't get back in. We proudly service the entire Town of Smithtown, from the busy corridors of Route 347 to the quiet, leafy neighborhoods near the river.
Common Smithtown Wildlife Issues
Because Smithtown blends suburban living with significant state parks and water features, certain nuisance wildlife are incredibly common:
- Raccoons: Highly active near the Nissequogue and frequently found knocking over garbage cans in neighborhoods near Landing Avenue. They easily rip through weak roof vents and create massive latrines in attics.
- Squirrels: The older, towering oaks in Smithtown make squirrel invasions common. They chew through fascia boards and nest in insulation, often causing significant fire hazards by gnawing on electrical wires.
- Bats: Older, historic homes in Smithtown often have small gaps near the roofline where bats enter. Bat guano is highly toxic and requires specialized cleanup.
- Opossums & Skunks: Frequently burrowing under decks, sheds, and porches, especially in yards backing up to wooded preserves.
Our Humane Removal & Exclusion Process
Our NYSDEC-certified technicians follow strict, humane protocols for wildlife removal in Smithtown:
- Thorough Property Inspection: We identify the exact entry points, from compromised chimney caps to damaged soffits, and determine what type of animal has moved in.
- Humane Trapping & Eviction: We utilize one-way eviction doors when possible, or humane live traps, ensuring animals are safely removed according to New York State wildlife laws.
- Damage Repair & Exclusion: The most crucial step. We seal entry points with heavy-duty steel mesh, replace damaged vents, and install chimney caps to prevent future intrusions.
- Sanitization & Cleanup: Wildlife leaves behind droppings, urine, and parasites like fleas and ticks. We sanitize the affected area to restore your home's safety.
Read more about our full wildlife removal program, or see every pest control service we offer in Smithtown.