If you have a problem with wildlife in your Land O' Lakes home, your best option is to hire a company that specializes in Florida wildlife removal only. This is a specialty business, and regular pest control companies do not use the proper techniques to solve animal problems. I have spent many years reviewing Florida and Land O' Lakes, and I recommend the following:
NOTE: If you have a dog or cat problem, call Pasco County Animal Services: (352) 521-5194
Expert Wildlife Control specializes primarily in removing animals from attics of homes and buildings - this includes squirrels in attics, raccoons, and rats or mice in homes. Florida also has a documented problem with
bats in buildings, and Expert Wildlife Control is specially trained in bat removal. They also perform general wildlife trapping services, such as the capture and removal of skunks or opossums on the
property. Call 352-293-2320 to discuss your critter problem and schedule a same-day or next-day appointment. Click here to learn more about what prices we charge in 2023.
When hiring a company to solve your wild animal problem, you want these features:
Expert Wildlife Control is a full-service Land O' Lakes wildlife removal company. This is very different from a regular Land O' Lakes pest control company. The pest control companies spray poison to kill insects. This is not at all
similar to wildlife removal. Expert Wildlife Control performs a full inspection of the home or property, and determines why the animal(s) are there, and if inside a building, how the animals got inside. All
animals (including rodents) are trapped and removed, or if possible, removed from the building using special exclusion devices. Once the animals are gone, preventative repairs are essential, and
cleanup is sometimes recommended.
Land O' Lakes wildlife trapping - it's not as simple as it may seem. It's illegal in Florida to trap without a license. Trap type is very important and there are many different types, bait is somewhat relevant, trap placement
is vital, and there are dozens of small things that are very important to know.
Safety is a concern. Then once the animal is trapped, it must be removed and dealt with in the proper manner according to Florida law. We offer Land O' Lakes raccoon removal. Read more about how to get rid of raccoons.
Animals in attics - this is our specialty at Expert Wildlife Control. Many types of animals like to live in attics. This includes squirrels, raccoons, rats, mice, bats, birds, and even possums. Critters like to go into attics for a safe place to live
and raise their young. Removing animals from attics is very complex work, partly because of the presence of baby animals. If you need Land O' Lakes squirrel removal, we can remove all the squirrels from your attic, and seal out any future ones. Read more about how to get rid of squirrels.
Rodent control must be done in a very specific way. First off, the most important thing is that all the openings that rats and mice can use to enter a house be sealed. Then all the rodents must be physically trapped and removed.
Never, ever use poison! Most Land O' Lakes exterminators will just use this lazy poison technique to kill rodents, and it causes more harm than good - dead stinky rats, and it doesn't solve the problem. Call us for correct Land O' Lakes rat removal. Read more about how to get rid of rats.
Bat removal is a highly specialized task. Florida is known to have colonizing bats who often live in buildings. Bats love attics. If not removed, the colony can grow to a very large size over the years. The bat droppings are often corrosive and
cause health risks. The same goes for bird droppings on or in buildings. We perform Land O' Lakes pigeon removal and bird control. But our specialty is Land O' Lakes bat removal. We remove 100% of the bat colony and seal the building so that it's totally bat-proof. Read more about how to get rid of bats.
If you have animals inside a house, no job is complete without proper exclusion repairs. If you simply hire a Land O' Lakes trapper who only removes the critters, then the problem will return. You need to hire a Land O' Lakes wildlife control company that identifies 100% of the animal entry points
into your building, and seals them shut with professional repairs. In addition, in many cases animals have left waste or contamination behind, and you'll want a company that can provide professional cleaning services. Expert Wildlife Control does both.
The above are just some of the services offered by Expert Wildlife Control. We also trap and remove animals that destroy lawns, such as moles, or digging animals. Sometimes animals like opossums will live under buildings, steal pet food, raid garbage cans, etc.
Read about how to get rid of opossums. Skunks commonly live under sheds or decks, and set up a den. We can trap and remove them without them spraying. Read about how to get rid of skunks. Expert Wildlife Control
also provides dead animal removal in Land O' Lakes. If you need help with any other wildlife conflict, from a fox, beaver, groundhog, or any other critter, we can solve it. We also do Land O' Lakes snake removal - most of the snakes in Florida are not venomous, but
call us if you want safe removal, or read about how to get rid of snakes in Land O' Lakes. And remember, we are a private business, not Pasco County Animal Control Services, so if you have a dog or cat problem, call the County at (352) 521-5194.
Pasco County animal services does not handle any wildlife issues.
Every wildlife removal situation is different, from the species of animals involved, the location of the animal inside a house or outside, the extent of repairs or cleanup, etc. It's impossible to give one-size-fits-all prices. Examples MIGHT include:
Small Job: For example, a one-stop job to remove an animal in the yard: $100 on up
Medium Job: For example, getting critters out of your house with minor repairs: $300 on up
Large Job: For example, a project involving many service trips and complex work: $500 on up
Give us a phone call now and tell us about your wildlife issue and we will be able to give you a price estimate over the phone. If you're cool with it, we can schedule a same-day or next-day appointment if you like. Our prices are fair, and a good value because we do the job right, the first time.
Land O' Lakes Wildlife Tip #1:
Can Rats Hurt You
If you want to avoid hefty medical bills and lots of pain; don't allow rats to enter your house. You may find their faces too cute and innocent but once they find their way into your house; they will soon turn out to be your biggest enemies. Although they come to your home in search of some food, if they find you interrupting their way, they can hurt you anytime.
There is no doubt to say that rats can damage lots of things at home. They will enjoy food items, fruits, and biscuits etc. at your house and when these items are not available they will even cut wires and wooden pieces. In short, they can make huge damage to your house and will create a big hole in your pocket. There is not even a single reason to allow rats into your home as they are not as sweet as your pets rather they have a wild nature and can destroy everything in your living space.
Rats can bite humans whenever they find an opportunity to do so. The sad part is that they don't even wait for you to take any action against them; they can bite you even when you are not concerned with their presence. Rats don't think about where they are biting you, they will simply do their job and run away. No matter which part of the body comes to their contact, they won't take much time to infect you with a harmful disease.
Allowing rats to enter inside your house means welcoming lots of diseases and bacterial infections to enter inside. The major reason behind increasing health issues due to rats is that they usually keep on walking on dirty surfaces including trash cans. Hence, they can often carry disease bacteria with them and it can cause a big trouble to human health. In order to stay safe from such diseases, the best idea is to block all the entry points at your house and do not allow rats to come inside.
Rats are known for their scary chewing ability; they can chew wires, wood, and even iron. So during their food search, if your body comes in contact with their mouth, they will not wait so long to bite it. They will always make sure that openly available papers and food items are consumed on time.
In order to stay safe from rat attacks, first of all, make sure that all the food items are packed well so that rats cannot smell them. Make some efforts to close the entry points in your house and use some rodent repellents on your premises to keep them away. In case if they are already in, prefer to contact professional rat removal service providers in your city and let them handle the process with trusted methods. They can take away all rats and their babies out of your home and will ensure complete treatment so that rats do not find a way to return.
Land O' Lakes Wildlife Tip #2:
Florida Wildlife Information:
Florida State bird: Northern mockingbird
State mammal: Florida panther, manatee, dolphin
State reptile: Loggerhead sea turtle
State fish: Florida largemouth bass, Atlantic sailfish
State insect: Zebra longwing
Florida's climate is hot and damp, making it a prime place for reptiles, amphibians, and other semi-aquatic animals. There are a good number of raccoons, rabbits, squirrels, and rats, and it seems these common pest creatures plague homeowners in almost every state. In addition to the common property visitors, Florida also has four venomous snake species: rattlesnakes, cottonmouths, coral snakes, and copperheads. Because of how warm the state is, snakes are often out sunning themselves pool side. All reptiles are drawn to water, and because of the constant warm temperatures, many homes in Florida have pools.
Snakes aren't the only creatures invading yards. Armadillos in Florida are capable of coming into a yard and digging a burrow in one night. While they rarely, if ever, invade the home itself, the damage these creatures can cause to a yard is impressive. If you've got to have one or the other, however, most people would take the armadillo over the snakes.
While almost tropical in its climate, Florida is home to a massive expanse of swamp land known as The Everglades National Park. This huge plot of land is home to alligators, turtles, lizards, raccoons, rabbits, and snakes. The red tailed boa now makes the park its home, though the snake is not a native species of North America. This has caused some concern with the local wildlife authorities, as populations of smaller mammals have been steadily declining due to predation by the large serpents. It is expected that alligators and Florida panthers will eventually become prey for the invading species.
Land-loving predators that are sometimes nuisances are primarily black bears. These large, intimidating animals have learned how easy it is to pick through human garbage and to raid campsites. It only takes a bear one or two successful raids before it becomes problematic. Coyotes are also a common nuisance predator in the state. Like the bears, coyotes become opportunistic, feeding off of livestock, pets, and human refuse.
The population of Florida is growing annually, and it is a popular state for retirees. Eventually, more and more people will displace the animals of Florida, causing clashes. A good example of this is with the alligator population, which lives in many of the waterways, regardless of how close to human civilization. The alligators aren't fearful, so they hold their ground and usually must be removed by professionals.
You can always call Expert Wildlife Control, any time of day, at 352-293-2320, for a price quote for Land O' Lakes wildlife control services. I am confident that this is the best choice amongst wildlife removal companies in Land O' Lakes, FL.