Wildlife we handle in Arcadia
- Raccoons
- Strong, clever and good climbers. They tear into attics through roof vents and soffits, den under decks and raid trash and koi ponds.
- Opossums
- Slow, gray and mostly harmless, but they den in crawlspaces and under sheds and bring fleas and mess with them.
- Skunks
- Dig under slabs, porches and decks. The smell is the obvious problem, and they also dig up lawns for grubs.
- Tree squirrels
- Chew into attics and eaves, especially on homes with large oaks and pines nearby.
- Bats
- Sometimes roost in attics and behind shutters. Bats are protected and are removed using exclusion, never trapping or killing.
Coyotes are common in Arcadia but are managed by the city and state wildlife agencies, not by pest control. If you have a coyote concern, contact the City of Arcadia.
Signs of wildlife on your property
- Heavy thumping or walking sounds in the attic at night, which points to raccoons rather than rats.
- Torn roof vents, bent soffit panels or pulled-back shingles.
- Dug-out holes along the foundation, deck or slab edges.
- Skunk odor under the house.
- Torn-up lawn with small holes, usually skunks or raccoons digging for grubs.
- Fleas in a home with no pets. See flea control.
Seeing this at your place right now? A local technician can talk it through with you on the phone.
Call (626) 555-0142How wildlife removal works
Inspection
Call (626) 555-0142. The technician identifies the animal and finds every entry and den site.
Removal
Animals are removed using one-way exclusion doors or live traps, depending on the species and situation. California rules limit where trapped wildlife can be released, and the technician will explain what applies.
Check for young
In spring, mothers often have young inside. The technician checks for babies so they are not sealed in.
Exclusion
Entry points are sealed. Decks and sheds get an L-shaped wire barrier buried in the soil so animals cannot dig back under.
Cleanup
Droppings, nesting material and contaminated insulation can be removed and the area sanitized.
Keeping wildlife away
- Use trash bins with locking lids or keep them in the garage.
- Do not leave pet food out at night.
- Pick up fallen fruit and seal compost.
- Close off the space under decks, sheds and porches with buried wire mesh.
- Cap chimneys and keep roof vents in good shape.
Wildlife removal FAQ
Will you kill the animal?
Humane removal and exclusion are the default. What happens to a trapped animal depends on species, health and state rules, which the technician will explain before starting.
Is it dangerous to have raccoons in my attic?
Yes. Raccoons can carry roundworm in their droppings, damage ducts and wiring, and they defend their young.
How do I get rid of a skunk under my porch?
A one-way exclusion door lets the skunk leave at night but not return. The opening is then sealed with buried wire mesh.