Animals

Animals and Related Procedures

Bats

Bats are unique as the only mammals capable of true flight. Contrary to popular belief, they have good eyesight. Canada has nineteen species of bat and only two of those commonly roost in attics, they are little brown bat and the big brown bat. Bats can take advantage of extremely small cracks and gaps in a building. Any area slightly larger than a dime is a potential entry area. Successfully solving a bat problem requires a well-trained professional, solid understanding of bat biology, and meticulous bat proofing of the building against reinfestation.

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Raccoons

In urban areas there can be as many as 100 raccoons per square kilometer. The raccoon’s hand-like paws allow it to gain access to homes and other structures in the search of dens and food. In cities raccoons commonly den in chimneys, attics, garages, and under decks or additions.

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Squirrels

In this area we have two species of squirrels that we commonly find living in homes. They are the red squirrel and the eastern grey squirrel. Both are well adapted to life in cities and are at home nesting in attics and porch roofs. The squirrel is a rodent built for chewing so it has no difficulty gnawing its way into our homes.

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Skunks

Believe it or not the familiar and stinky skunk is one of our most beneficial animals. It is estimated that 70% of the skunk's diet benefits people as it consists of mainly insects and small rodents such as mice. Despite this, the skunk does cause problems when they decide to live under our sheds, decks, and homes.

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