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Animal Removal & Damage Cleanup
Wild animals in your home can create problems far beyond the noise they make.
Raccoons, squirrels, bats, birds and other nuisance animals may enter through damaged roofing, soffits, vents, chimneys or other openings. Once inside, they can damage insulation, contaminate attics and crawl spaces, create persistent odors, chew wiring, and leave behind urine, feces and nesting material.
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Critter Cleanup works with licensed wildlife professionals to help remove nuisance animals safely and humanely, then address the damage and contamination they may leave behind.
What Kind of Animal Is in My Attic?
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Different animals leave different signs.
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Raccoons may create larger entry points, disturb insulation and leave substantial waste behind. Squirrels commonly enter through rooflines, soffits and vents and may chew on wood or wiring. Bats often occupy small openings near rooflines, while birds may nest in vents, chimneys or other protected areas.
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Scratching, movement at night, droppings, strong odors, damaged insulation or visible entry holes can all be signs of wildlife activity.
Some nuisance animals can carry bacteria, parasites or viruses, and their waste may create additional health concerns.
Animals themselves can pose a significant risk to people and pets and should only be handled by a professional.
What Happens After the Animal Is Removed?
Depending on how long the animal was present and where it traveled, the affected area may require:
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Removal of urine, feces and nesting material
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Cleaning and sanitization
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Odor treatment
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Removal of contaminated insulation
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Insulation replacement
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Repair of damaged building materials
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Inspection of wiring, vents or other affected systems
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Critter Cleanup can evaluate the affected area and help determine what cleanup and restoration may be necessary.
Read more about waste cleanup, odor removal, and property restoration.
Can Animals Damage Insulation?
Yes.
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Wildlife may compress, tear, move or contaminate attic insulation.
Urine, feces and nesting material can also make insulation difficult or inappropriate to leave in place.
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When insulation is heavily damaged or contaminated, removal and replacement may be necessary as part of the restoration process.
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Critter Cleanup handles all kinds of animal damage cleanup, everything from electrical wires, insulation replacement, attic restoration, soffits and roofs, throughout Nassau and Suffolk Counties, NYC, Westchester, New Jersey, and the entire Tri-State Area.
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