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Inspect & Identify
We inspect attics, crawlspaces, roofs, and exterior entry points to identify what animal is present, where it’s entering, and the extent of damage or contamination.
Wildlife Services
Professional Wildlife Removal & Exclusion Services
We don't just trap animals; we help stop them from coming back. Trust our team for safe removal and exclusion techniques that seal off entry points.
The Foothills Approach
Wildlife Removal & Exclusion
Scratching in the attic. Thuds in the wall. Droppings on the deck. When wildlife moves into your home or business, it creates more than a nuisance – it can damage insulation, wiring, and air quality. Our wildlife removal and exclusion services focus on safe trapping, humane relocation, and sealing of entry points so animals stay outside where they belong.
If you’ve been searching for wildlife removal near me or wildlife exclusion near me in the Foothills region, our team is set up to help with bats, squirrels, raccoons, opossums, snakes, and more.
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Trap, Remove & Clean Up
We use targeted trapping and one-way exclusion devices to remove wildlife, followed by light clean-up of affected areas and recommendations for deodorizing and contamination control where needed.
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Seal & Prevent Re-Entry
We close off active and potential entry points with professional exclusion materials so animals can’t return – even when they try to revisit the structure later.
More Than Just Trapping
Real Exclusion. Real Repair.
Many companies will set a trap and leave you with the hole still open. We take a different approach. Our wildlife exclusion work is focused on stopping future activity, not just today’s problem.
- Entry point sealing along rooflines, soffits, and fascia
- Screening for vents, gable ends, and foundation openings
- Recommendations for deodorizing and clean-up steps
Detection & Diagnosis
Signs You May Have Wildlife
Not Sure What You’re Hearing?
You don’t have to know exactly what animal is inside to get help. We routinely track down vague concerns like “something is running in the attic at night” or “there’s a strong smell in one room” and turn them into clear answers and solutions.
Even if you only have a vague description, we can still help. Our inspection process identifies the entry points, the species, and the damage. Contact us to schedule a wildlife inspection and exclusion quote for your property.
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Questions? Call 704-880-0755
Common Clues We Look For
Noises in Walls or Attic
Scratching, scampering, or heavy thuds are the #1 sign. Night-time noises often indicate raccoons or flying squirrels, while morning noises may be gray squirrels.
Entry Point Check: Roof vents, eaves, and soffits.
Droppings & Stains
Finding droppings on insulation, decks, or around HVAC units is a sure sign of activity. Urine staining on ceilings or walls often points to a long-term colony (like bats or raccoons).
Entry Point Check: Gable vents, chimney caps, and ridges.
Strange Odors
A strong ammonia-like smell usually indicates accumulated urine (common with raccoons and bats). A decaying smell may indicate an animal has passed away inside a wall void.
Entry Point Check: Crawlspace vents and wall gaps.
Chewed Wiring or Ducts
Rodents need to chew to keep teeth sharp. We often find shredded ductwork, torn insulation (for nesting), or chewed electrical wires, which creates a fire hazard.
Entry Point Check: Foundation vents, fascia boards, and pipe penetrations.
Exterior Rub Marks
Oily fur leaves dark, greasy smudge marks (rub marks) where animals squeeze into tight gaps. You might also see nesting material sticking out of gable vents or soffits.
Entry Point Check: Roof corners, gutters, and trim transitions.
Targeted Wildlife
Wildlife We Commonly Remove & Exclude
Our wildlife services are focused on the animals most likely to move into attics, walls, crawlspaces, garages, and outdoor structures in our region. We combine trapping, removal, and home exclusion to address the whole problem – not just a single animal.
Bats
- Attic roosts and gable vent colonies
- Guano buildup and staining on siding
- Professional exclusion and one-way doors
- Clean-up recommendations for droppings and odors
Squirrels
- Roofline and soffit chewing damage
- Scratching and running in ceilings and walls
- Humane trapping and targeted sealing
- Focus on attic wiring and insulation concerns
Raccoons
- Crawlspace and attic intrusions
- Damaged vents, insulation, and ductwork
- Species-appropriate trapping and removal
- Entry repair and reinforcement
Opossums
- Under-porch and crawlspace activity
- Nesting in insulation and low-lying areas
- Humane trapping and relocation where permitted
- Vent and lattice exclusion
Snakes
- Garage, crawlspace, and foundation sightings
- Often following rodent activity and shelter
- Removal and recommendations to reduce attraction
- Gap and door seal improvements
Birds
- Dryer, bath, and kitchen vent nesting
- Nests in soffits, overhangs, and light fixtures
- Vent guard installation and cleaning
- Recommendations for ongoing prevention
Skunks
- Activity under decks, sheds, and steps
- Odor concerns and spray risk near entry doors
- Trapping and dig-proof exclusion barriers
- Habitat and attractant recommendations
Ground-Dwellers
- Moles, voles, and groundhogs
- Tunneling and lawn disruption near foundations
- Targeted trapping and control options
- Strategies to protect landscaping and structures
Bats
Squirrels
Raccoons
Opossums
Snakes
Birds
Skunks
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Bats often roost in attics and gable vents. While beneficial outdoors, their guano can build up quickly and stain siding or ruin insulation.
- Attic roosts and gable vent colonies
- Guano buildup and staining on siding
- Professional exclusion and one-way doors
- Clean-up recommendations for droppings and odors
Squirrels are notorious for chewing through fascia and soffits to gain access. Once inside, they can chew wiring and damage insulation.
- Roofline and soffit chewing damage
- Scratching and running in ceilings and walls
- Humane trapping and targeted sealing
- Focus on attic wiring and insulation concerns
Strong and clever, raccoons can tear open vents and crawlspaces. They often create latrines inside the home, posing health risks.
- Crawlspace and attic intrusions
- Damaged vents, insulation, and ductwork
- Species-appropriate trapping and removal
- Entry repair and reinforcement
Opossums seek shelter in low areas like crawlspaces and under porches. They are opportunistic and will nest in torn insulation.
- Under-porch and crawlspace activity
- Nesting in insulation and low-lying areas
- Humane trapping and relocation where permitted
- Vent and lattice exclusion
Snakes are usually found in garages or crawlspaces following a food source (like mice). We remove the snake and seal the gaps.
- Garage, crawlspace, and foundation sightings
- Often following rodent activity and shelter
- Removal and recommendations to reduce attraction
- Gap and door seal improvements
Starlings and sparrows love nesting in dryer and bath vents. Nests can block airflow, creating fire hazards and carrying mites.
- Dryer, bath, and kitchen vent nesting
- Nests in soffits, overhangs, and light fixtures
- Vent guard installation and cleaning
- Recommendations for ongoing prevention
Skunks dig burrows under concrete steps, decks, and sheds. Our exclusion barriers prevent them from digging back under.
- Activity under decks, sheds, and steps
- Odor concerns and spray risk near entry doors
- Trapping and dig-proof exclusion barriers
- Habitat and attractant recommendations
Moles, voles, and groundhogs can undermine foundations and ruin landscaping. We offer targeted control for these pests.
- Moles, voles, and groundhogs
- Tunneling and lawn disruption near foundations
- Targeted trapping and control options
- Strategies to protect landscaping and structures
Wildlife Service Territory
Local Wildlife Removal Across the Region
Foothills Pest Solutions provides professional wildlife removal and home exclusion services throughout our service area.
We routinely work on homes, cabins, and small businesses across these counties – tracking down entry points and
helping you get your space quiet again.
Many homeowners find us while searching for wildlife removal near me or bat removal near me –
we simply back those searches up with real, local experience.
Iredell
Catawba
Alexander
Rowan
Mecklenburg
Wildlife FAQs
Wildlife Questions We Hear All the Time
Noises in the attic, droppings in the garage, or a raccoon staring at you from the roof – here are straight answers to the most common questions we receive about wildlife removal and exclusion.
Make note of the time of day and general area where you hear the noises, then call for an inspection. The
timing and location help us narrow down whether you’re dealing with squirrels, raccoons, bats, or other
animals. We’ll perform a full exterior and attic inspection, identify entry points, and outline a plan for
removal and exclusion.
Yes. Our wildlife trapping is designed to be humane and professional. We follow state and local regulations
for trap-and-release where it is allowed, and we focus on minimizing stress to the animals and the people in
the home. The long-term solution always includes exclusion work so the same issue doesn’t return.
We provide bat inspections, exclusion, and seal-up services. Bat work is highly timing-sensitive due to maternity seasons and legal protections. In North Carolina, a bat exclusion blackout period is in effect from May 1 through July 31, during which exclusions cannot be performed. When conditions allow, we use one-way devices and sealing strategies that let bats exit without re-entering. After exclusion, we focus on sealing entry points and recommending cleanup options for guano and insulation concerns.
Yes, we respond to snake calls in garages, crawlspaces, and around foundations. Snakes are often following
rodents or using gaps for shelter. We can remove the snake, inspect for conditions that attract them, and
recommend changes to seals, gaps, and habitat around the home to reduce future activity.
During our inspection we document droppings, nesting material, and damage to insulation, ductwork, or other
components. Based on what we find, we can provide options or referrals for cleanup, odor control, and
insulation work so you can move forward with a healthier, quieter home.
Wildlife calls are time-sensitive, especially when you are hearing active scratching or see an animal inside
a living space. Response times vary by location and schedule, but we prioritize active wildlife calls and
will let you know current availability when you contact us.
Every policy is different, but many homeowners ask about coverage once wildlife damage is discovered. We can
document what we find and provide invoices and notes for you to share with your insurance company if they
request information about the issue and repairs.
Removing animals without sealing openings is like mopping up water without fixing the leak. Wildlife follows
scent trails and remembered routes. Exclusion work closes those gaps and reinforces weak spots so new
animals have a much harder time turning your home into their home again.
Specialized Wildlife Control
Wildlife Removal & Exclusion
Stop the scratching in your walls and attic. We don't just trap animals; we identify how they got in and seal the entry points to keep your home secure for good.
- Safe & effective trapping strategies
- Entry point exclusion & sealing
- Professionaly licensed & certified
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