Spring Wildlife Prevention
Prepare your home before breeding season brings increased wildlife activity
📞 Schedule Prevention ServiceWhy Spring Wildlife Prevention Is Critical
Spring Breeding Season:
- 🐣 Nesting Instincts:
Animals actively seek warm, safe places to raise their young - like your attic.
- 🏠 Increased Activity:
Wildlife is more active and aggressive when searching for nesting sites.
- 👶 Population Growth:
One pregnant female can lead to a family of 4-8 animals in your home.
Winter Damage Revealed:
- ❄️ Weather Damage:
Winter storms create new entry points that animals will discover.
- 🔍 Hidden Problems:
Small holes from winter become major entry points in spring.
- 🌱 Perfect Timing:
Spring is the ideal time to repair and prevent before problems start.
Essential Spring Wildlife Prevention Checklist
Roof & Attic Inspection
- • Check for loose or damaged shingles
- • Inspect soffits and fascia boards
- • Examine roof vents and chimneys
- • Look for signs of winter damage
- • Check attic for existing animals
Entry Point Sealing
- • Seal holes larger than 1/4 inch
- • Install vent screens and covers
- • Repair damaged foundation areas
- • Secure crawl space entrances
- • Install chimney caps
Landscape Management
- • Trim tree branches away from roof
- • Remove brush piles and debris
- • Secure garbage can lids
- • Remove bird feeders temporarily
- • Clean up fallen fruit
Water Source Control
- • Fix leaky outdoor faucets
- • Ensure proper drainage
- • Clean and maintain gutters
- • Remove standing water
- • Check irrigation systems
Structure Maintenance
- • Repair damaged siding
- • Check deck and porch areas
- • Inspect garage and shed
- • Secure outdoor storage
- • Maintain fencing
Professional Inspection
- • Comprehensive property assessment
- • Identify potential problem areas
- • Professional-grade materials
- • Warranty on exclusion work
- • Ongoing monitoring options
Wildlife Most Active in Spring
Raccoons
Peak breeding season March-May. Mothers seek safe attic spaces.
Squirrels
Two breeding seasons: spring and fall. Very active in March-April.
Birds
Nesting season begins early spring. Seek protected areas.
Bats
Return from hibernation seeking summer roosts in buildings.
Professional Prevention vs. DIY
What You Can Do:
- ✓ Basic visual inspections
- ✓ Simple hole sealing with hardware cloth
- ✓ Landscape maintenance
- ✓ Garbage can security
- ✓ Remove obvious attractants
- ✓ Basic gutter cleaning
What Professionals Do:
- ✓ Comprehensive structural assessment
- ✓ Professional-grade exclusion materials
- ✓ Roof and high-area access
- ✓ Species-specific prevention strategies
- ✓ Warranty on exclusion work
- ✓ Ongoing monitoring and maintenance
Don't Wait Until It's Too Late!
Spring prevention is much easier and less expensive than summer removal and repair.