Frequently Asked Questions

Wildlife removal focuses on safely extracting animals already inside your property, while wildlife control emphasizes long-term prevention and exclusion to stop future infestations. At Delaware County Animal Control, we identify entry points and behavioral patterns to provide lasting solutions beyond temporary fixes.

Humane traps are placed strategically based on the animal's behavior and your property layout, capturing wildlife without harm. At Delaware County Animal Control, we use species-appropriate techniques for raccoons, skunks, and opossums, especially when animals cannot be accessed through standard removal methods.

Call immediately if animals are causing safety concerns, property damage, or disturbances inside your home or business. Delaware County Animal Control offers same-day and emergency response for urgent situations across Media, Swarthmore, and surrounding Delaware County communities.

Older homes in Delaware County often have vulnerable rooflines, attic vents, chimneys, and crawlspace gaps that wildlife exploit. At Delaware County Animal Control, we're experienced with regional construction styles and address chewed vents, damaged siding, and roof gaps during removal and repair.

Bat removal uses exclusion-based methods that allow bats to exit but prevent re-entry, avoiding harm to the animals. Delaware County Animal Control addresses bat entry points common in older Delaware County homes and focuses on reducing health concerns from droppings and odors.

Deceased animals create odors, attract insects, and pose sanitation and disease transmission risks. Delaware County Animal Control removes dead wildlife from hard-to-reach areas like walls, attics, and under structures, helping homeowners address health hazards quickly.

Yes, repairing chewed vents, damaged siding, and roof gaps blocks re-entry after removal or trapping. At Delaware County Animal Control, we're familiar with construction styles throughout Delaware County and provide repairs that support long-term property protection.

Bee and hornet activity peaks during warmer months in southeastern Pennsylvania, typically late spring through early fall. Delaware County Animal Control removes active nests near roofs, siding, and outdoor structures promptly to reduce sting risks and allergic reaction concerns.

Many homeowners delay professional help, allowing wildlife to cause structural damage, nest, or multiply. At Delaware County Animal Control, we recommend contacting licensed experts early to address entry points and prevent costly repairs in Media and Delaware County homes.

Attics and chimneys offer warmth, shelter, and nesting space, especially during breeding seasons. Delaware County Animal Control removes these animals from residential properties and identifies how they accessed rooflines and crawlspaces to prevent future intrusions.

Exclusion involves sealing entry points and using deterrents to prevent animals from returning after removal. At Delaware County Animal Control, we provide customized strategies based on local wildlife behavior and peak seasons in southeastern Pennsylvania.

Yes, Pennsylvania requires animal control professionals to be licensed and certified for husbandry and habitat management. All employees at Delaware County Animal Control hold state certifications, ensuring safe, humane, and compliant wildlife removal and control practices.