Preventative Wildlife Repairs
Preventative Wildlife Repairs & Exclusion
Removing an animal from your home is only part of solving a wildlife problem.
If the opening that allowed the animal inside remains accessible, another animal may eventually find the same entry point. That’s why preventative repairs and wildlife exclusion are such an important part of long-term wildlife control.
At Soundview Wildlife Control, the goal is to understand how the animal gained access and what can be done to prevent it from happening again.
Identifying Wildlife Entry Points
A thorough inspection can help identify structural deficiencies and other areas that may provide access to wildlife.
Depending on the animal and structure, potential problem areas can include:
- Roof returns
- Gable ends
- Ridge vents
- Roof boots
- Soffit gaps
- Damaged roof vents
- Openings around additions
- Other structural gaps
Understanding the structure and surrounding habitat is important because the vulnerabilities of one home may be different from those of a neighboring property.
Identifying Wildlife Entry Points
A thorough inspection can help identify structural deficiencies and other areas that may provide access to wildlife.
Depending on the animal and structure, potential problem areas can include:
- Roof returns
- Gable ends
- Ridge vents
- Roof boots
- Soffit gaps
- Damaged roof vents
- Openings around additions
- Other structural gaps
Understanding the structure and surrounding habitat is important because the vulnerabilities of one home may be different from those of a neighboring property.
Choosing the Right Repair
Not every wildlife entry point should be repaired the same way.
Bats and squirrels, for example, have different behaviors and capabilities. Jonathan specifically noted that squirrels can chew through materials that may be sufficient for bat exclusion, making stronger metal repairs more appropriate in certain situations.
Custom Exclusion Repairs
Soundview may use custom-bent metal and other appropriate materials to create repairs that both protect the structure and work with the appearance of the home.
The objective is to create a repair that addresses the immediate opening while also providing a preventative benefit against future wildlife access.
Prevent the Problem From Coming Back
The best wildlife repair isn’t simply about making the hole disappear.
It’s about understanding why the animal was able to get in, how it used the structure, and what type of repair is appropriate for that animal and that property.
If wildlife has entered your home, Soundview Wildlife Control can assess the structure and determine what preventative exclusion repairs may be appropriate.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is wildlife exclusion?
Wildlife exclusion involves identifying and addressing the openings animals use to enter a structure and installing appropriate repairs or barriers to prevent future access.
Why is wildlife exclusion important?
Simply removing an animal doesn’t necessarily eliminate the reason it entered. Addressing the entry point can help prevent future wildlife from accessing the same area.
Are all wildlife entry points repaired the same way?
No. The appropriate repair depends on the animal, the structure, the location of the opening, and the surrounding conditions.