How to Get Rid of Wild Animals in The GTA
Thinking about wildlife removal in the GTA? Wildlife invasion is a serious problem in most cities in Ontario. They invade houses in search of food, shelter, and warmth, and leave behind droppings, damage, and mess.
You can either prevent their entry by using some natural DIY hacks or call for professional wildlife removal services for safe and effective removal. Today, we’ll talk about some preventive measures you can take to make your yard less attractive to wildlife and discourage their invasion. if you want to know about wildlife habitats then read our guide on What is Wildlife?
5 Tips to Control Wildlife
Eliminate Food Sources
You might be unknowingly providing food for wildlife in your area. If you leave pet food dishes or feed for your livestock outside, you could be laying out an unintended welcome mat. Keep pet food dishes inside and move feed to a covered shelter.
Once you are no longer feeding the wildlife in your area, you’ll notice you’re able to extend the time before you need to purchase more food.
Secure Garbage Cans
Raccoons and other wild animals are notoriously clever at getting into trash cans. Unless you’ve purchased a raccoon-proof trash can or locking item, you’ll likely wake up to see that your trash can has been knocked over and all the contents spilled out. You can also contact our raccoon removal Toronto service for an immediate solution.
Store your trash can in the garage or a secure shed. Otherwise, there are several items you can purchase to secure your trash can from the nimble fingers of the raccoons in your area.
Restrict Access to Crawl Spaces
You may feel familiar with your home and property, but to make it wildlife-proof, you need to analyze it from the perspective of a critter. Small animals tend to look for nesting spaces under porches, in crawl spaces, and in other small areas you may not even think about. Once you’ve identified possible nesting regions, install screens or fences to prevent access.
Declutter
Declutter your property by checking for fallen branches, overgrown shrubs, and other items that could provide cover for wildlife. Critters identify places that make them feel hidden and safe, so the more you’re aware of this and remove anything that could provide cover, the less likely they’ll find your property appealing.
Maintain Neat Ornamental Plants
It’s natural to plant ornamental shrubs and bushes around your home, but the downside is that these can provide an open invitation to wildlife. They offer a natural, hidden path that allows small critters to navigate your property unseen.
You don’t need to remove all the landscaping around your home; just make sure to keep all plants regularly trimmed and neat. When possible, trim back any branches that might be touching your home and keep other plants at least two inches away from the house.
Some Preventive Measures to Get Rid of Wildlife Naturally
- Seal Entry points, fix cracks, and gaps.
- Install a wildlife-resistant fence around your property.
- Remove the food sources (like locking lids for your trash cans or fencing a vegetable garden).
- Utilize traps to safely and humanely capture the wildlife nuisance and release it according to Maine Regulations, away from your home.
- Trim the tree branches and shrubs.
- Use natural deterrents and repellents to discourage them.
- Use defensive barriers, such as motion-activated devices, noise prevention, automated flashlights, and sprinklers.
Severe Infestation- Call a Professional
Acme Pest Solutions will work with you to safely and humanely exclude these animals from your home and property. We will visit your home to inspect your property and determine the necessary changes to prevent wildlife from nesting near your house.
Acme Pest Solutions is a professional pest control service company. Provides Eco Pest removal and termite exterminator Services to Residential, Commercial, and Industrial clients.
Which Wildlife Removal Services Acme Offers
We Provide Humane Solutions to the following Wildlife Infestations:
- Raccoon Removal
- Squirrel Removal
- Rodent Removal
- Skunk Control
- Chipmunk Removal
- Snake Removal
- Opossum Removal
- Bat Elimination
We offer comprehensive pest control services in Toronto and the surrounding areas, treating all common pests, including ants, roaches, termites, scorpions, pigeons, rats, and mice. We can eliminate any pests currently on your property and prevent others from settling in or returning.
Contact Acme Pest Solutions today to schedule an inspection with a pest service specialist.