Critter Control

❌ Myth: Bats create big openings to get inside homes.

✔️ Fact: Bats do not make their own entry points. They use existing gaps and can squeeze into spaces as small as ¾ of an inch!

To learn more bat facts and myths, visit: https://www.crittercontrol.com/wildlife/bats/bat-facts-myths/

🦇 Bats are experts at finding places to roost, and your attic can be an inviting spot.

While bats play an important role in nature, having them inside your home can lead to unwanted noises, odors, droppings, and potential health concerns. Their droppings, known as guano, can accumulate and create conditions associated with histoplasmosis, a respiratory illness.

Bats can also carry rabies, which can be transmitted through direct exposure along with other zoonotic diseases.

🐭 Did you know mice can squeeze through openings as small as ¼ of an inch?

The smallest gaps around your home can give mice an opportunity to get inside!

Sealing gaps and openings around your home can help keep mice out and prevent unwanted activity before it starts.

🔎 Can you spot the signs?

Rodents can easily get inside homes, but they often leave clues behind. Some signs to keep an eye out for include:

✅ Rodent tracks
✅ Damage from gnawing or displaced insulation
✅ Droppings in kitchens, attics or other areas of the home
✅ Unusual noises, like squeaking or scampering

Spotting these signs early can help you recognize rodent activity and take the next step toward addressing it.

Learn more about the signs to watch for: https://www.crittercontrol.com/wildlife/rodents/

Don’t let wildlife take over your home! Here are some simple tips to minimize their activity:

✅ Seal entry points around your home
✅ Keep your yard trimmed and maintained
✅ Secure trash and outdoor food sources
✅ Remove clutter and debris piles
✅ Call professionals for safe, humane removal

A little prevention now can go a long way in protecting your home!

We're a neighbor you can count on! 🏡

When wildlife makes its way onto your property, our local professionals are here to answer your questions, assess the situation and provide safe, humane solutions tailored to your home.

We're proud to serve our communities with care and expertise. Reach out to us today!

We're a neighbor you can count on! 🏡

When wildlife makes its way onto your property, our local professionals are here to answer your questions, assess the situation and provide safe, humane solutions tailored to your home.

We're proud to serve our communities with care and expertise. Reach out to us today!

Attics can provide shelter for wildlife like rodents, bats, and raccoons. Common signs to watch for include unusual noises, droppings, damaged or displaced insulation, and odors.

If you notice any of these, reach out to us today!

To learn more, visit: https://www.crittercontrol.com/resources/animal-in-attic-removal/

Animal in Attic Removal Get rid of unwanted animals and pests in your attic with effective control and removal strategies. Trust the experts at Critter Control for safe and humane solutions.

Hearing strange noises in your walls? 🧐 Opossums seek tight, dark spaces and may be nesting in your attic, crawl spaces, or even in wall voids! These sneaky climbers can cause damage and sometimes get stuck while exploring hidden areas.

If you spot signs of an unexpected guest, don’t wait! To learn more, visit: https://www.crittercontrol.com/wildlife/opossums/opossums-in-the-walls/

🌱 Lending a green thumb in our local communities!

Our Portland team partnered with the Portland Parks & Recreation for Cloud Forest Fridays at Washington Park’s Rhododendron Garden.

Teammates spent a few hours weeding, mulching, and planting while learning more about invasive plant management and the importance of protecting native habitats.

We’re proud to see our team giving back and helping care for the natural spaces in the communities we call home.

🎃 Carving pumpkins is one of the most popular October traditions, but be mindful that your jack-o’-lantern can quickly turn into a snack for local critters!

Squirrels, mice, and other wildlife love pumpkins, especially once they’re carved. To help keep your spooky creations and home protected this fall:

✅ Keep your lawn mowed and leaves raked to reduce hiding spots

✅ Place pumpkins on an elevated surface that’s harder to reach

✅ Seal any cracks or gaps around your foundation

🍂 Learn more ways to keep wildlife away from your pumpkins in our blog!
https://www.crittercontrol.com/blog/squirrel-eating-pumpkin/

Ask the Expert: How to Stop Squirrels Eating Your Pumpkin Learn how to stop squirrels and critters from eating your pumpkin. Protect your jack o'lantern from pests with these expert tips.

🐭Noticing tiny droppings in your home? It could be mice! Here are some of the most common places you might find mouse droppings in your space:

✅Kitchen — near food, under sinks, or cabinets.
✅Pantry — by stored food items.
✅Attic — in insulation or hidden spots.
✅Basement and Crawlspace — dark, cluttered areas.
✅Behind or Under Appliances — refrigerators, stoves, washers.
✅Inside Walls — through small gaps, leaving droppings.

If you're spotting mice activity, our team is here to help protect your home with safe and effective solutions. 🏡

To learn more, visit: https://www.crittercontrol.com/wildlife/mice/mouse-droppings/

🍁 Happy first day of fall! As the temperatures drop, wildlife is on the move. Aside from potential health risks, keep an eye out for these common critters and their activity around your home this season:

✅ Raccoons – Tear through insulation and roofing, and contaminate property.
✅ Opossums – Damage crawl spaces and contaminate areas.
✅ Squirrels – Gnaw through wires and vents, and tear insulation.
✅ Rats – Gnaw through wires, wood, and plastic, contaminate food, and damage insulation.
✅ Mice – Gnaw through wires, contaminate food, and reproduce rapidly.

These pests are busy searching for food and places to nest. Protect your home before they move in! 🏡