If you have a problem with wildlife in your Summerlin South home, your best option is to hire a company that specializes in Nevada 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 Nevada and Summerlin South, and I recommend the following:

Professional Wildlife Services
Cell Phone: 702-577-2880

NOTE: If you have a dog or cat problem, call Clark County Animal Services: 702-229-6444, option 2

Professional Wildlife Services specializes primarily in removing animals from attics of homes and buildings - this includes squirrels in attics, raccoons, and rats or mice in homes. Nevada also has a documented problem with bats in buildings, and Professional Wildlife Services 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 702-577-2880 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 2025.

When hiring a company to solve your wild animal problem, you want these features:

• Specializes in wildlife removal, not pest control
• Fully Nevada and Clark County licensed and insured
• Works 7 days per week (critters don't take weekends off)
• Performs full building inspections: enters and inspects attic
• Performs exclusion repairs, with guarantee against animal re-entry
• Offers cleanup of biohazardous wildlife waste



Professional Wildlife Services is a full-service Summerlin South wildlife removal company. This is very different from a regular Summerlin South pest control company. The pest control companies spray poison to kill insects. This is not at all similar to wildlife removal. Professional Wildlife Services 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.

Summerlin South wildlife trapping - it's not as simple as it may seem. It's illegal in Nevada 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 Nevada law. We offer Summerlin South raccoon removal. Read more about how to get rid of raccoons.

Animals in attics - this is our specialty at Professional Wildlife Services. 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 Summerlin South 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 Summerlin South 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 Summerlin South rat removal. Read more about how to get rid of rats.

Bat removal is a highly specialized task. Nevada 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 Summerlin South pigeon removal and bird control. But our specialty is Summerlin South 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 Summerlin South trapper who only removes the critters, then the problem will return. You need to hire a Summerlin South 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. Professional Wildlife Services does both.

The above are just some of the services offered by Professional Wildlife Services. 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. Professional Wildlife Services also provides dead animal removal in Summerlin South. 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 Summerlin South snake removal - most of the snakes in Nevada are not venomous, but call us if you want safe removal, or read about how to get rid of snakes in Summerlin South. And remember, we are a private business, not Clark County Animal Control Services, so if you have a dog or cat problem, call the County at 702-229-6444, option 2. Clark County animal services does not handle any wildlife issues.


Professional Wildlife Services
Cell Phone: 702-577-2880




Summerlin South Pricing Info

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.

Summerlin South Wildlife Tip #1:


Discovering a raccoon lodged in your chimney can be a stressful situation. Homeowners often look for quick and easy solutions, and the idea of using repellents to encourage the animal to leave naturally comes to mind. But how effective are repellents in this specific scenario?

Understanding the Raccoon's Motivation

Raccoons typically enter chimneys seeking shelter and safety. This is especially true for pregnant females looking for a secure place to den and raise their young. Once inside the enclosed space of a chimney flue, a raccoon may feel relatively protected from predators and the elements. Therefore, simply introducing a repellent might not be enough to overcome their perceived security within the chimney.

Types of Repellents and Their Potential Effectiveness

Various types of repellents are often suggested for deterring raccoons, but their efficacy in a confined space like a chimney can be limited.

• Scent-Based Repellents (e.g., Ammonia, Predator Urine, Commercial Repellents): While strong or threatening odors can deter raccoons in open areas, their effectiveness inside a chimney flue can be inconsistent. The scent might not permeate the entire space or may be dissipated by airflow. Additionally, a mother raccoon may be highly motivated to stay with her kits despite an unpleasant smell.
• Noise-Based Repellents: Loud noises, like a blaring radio, might startle a raccoon initially. However, in a confined space, the sound could also be distressing to the animal without necessarily prompting it to leave. Over time, the raccoon might also become habituated to the noise.
• Visual Repellents: Visual deterrents are generally ineffective in the dark confines of a chimney flue.

Why Repellents Alone Might Not Work

Several factors contribute to why repellents alone may not be a reliable solution for evicting a raccoon from a chimney:

• Confined Space: The chimney flue restricts the raccoon's movement and escape routes. A repellent might simply make the animal uncomfortable without providing a clear and safe way out.
• Presence of Young: If a mother raccoon has kits in the chimney, her maternal instincts will likely override any aversion to repellents. She will prioritize the safety and care of her young.
• Habituation: Raccoons can be surprisingly tolerant of unpleasant stimuli over time, especially if they feel the chimney offers significant protection.
• Lack of Escape Route: Simply making the chimney unpleasant won't solve the problem if the raccoon doesn't know how to get out or if the flue is too narrow or obstructed.

More Effective Strategies

Instead of relying solely on repellents, a more effective and humane approach to getting a raccoon out of a chimney involves:

• Creating an Escape Route: Safely lowering a thick, sturdy rope or a rough-hewn branch down the chimney can provide the raccoon with a way to climb out. Ensure it reaches near the bottom of the flue and is securely anchored at the top.
• Bright Light and Noise (Combined with Escape Route): Using bright lights and playing a radio near the fireplace opening (with the damper open and fireplace sealed off) can make the environment less appealing while offering an escape option.
• Professional Wildlife Removal: For persistent cases, or if you suspect a mother with kits, contacting a professional wildlife removal service is the safest and most reliable option. They have the expertise and tools to handle the situation humanely.

Conclusion

While repellents might play a small role in making a chimney less attractive to raccoons in the long term, they are generally not a reliable or sufficient method for getting a raccoon out of a chimney. A combination of creating a safe escape route and making the environment unpleasant, coupled with patience and careful monitoring, is a more humane and effective approach. If in doubt, always consult with a qualified wildlife professional.



Summerlin South Wildlife Tip #2:


Nevada Wildlife Information:

Nevada State bird: Mountain bluebird
State mammal: Desert bighorn sheep
State reptile: Desert tortoise
State fish: Lahontan cutthroat trout

Nevada is one of the closest states to being considered completely desert, but that would be a bit of an exaggeration considering the numerous mountain regions which provide vegetation to shelter and feed local wildlife. Second only to Alaska in the number of mountains within its boundaries, Nevada is definitely semi-arid and desert landscape. The region has lakes and rivers, and it occasionally benefits from thunderstorms generated by the Arizona Monsoon. The water only benefits the valleys at higher elevations in the mountains, creating what are called 'sky islands', oases for the wildlife living in the cooler temperatures of the state's peaks.

So fertile are some of the mountain valleys that Utah has two isolated wild horse herds, one in the Mountain Home Range, and the other herd in the Conger Range. Horses aren't the only large grazers that can be found in the Nevada mountains. There are elk, bighorn sheep, pronghorns, and mule deer. With those grazers come a number of predators like mountain lions, black bears and coyotes. Of all the larger predators, coyotes are the most wide-spread, adapting even to the flat, desert regions.

Up in the cooler zones, higher in the mountains, a unique animal named the American pika lives. This creature is larger than a mouse yet resembles a chinchilla with less fur. Sadly, this little animal suffers from loss of high-dwelling food sources, and it is no longer existent in many of the mountain ranges where it once thrived.

Pest animals in the state include pocket gophers, ringtails, skunks, rats, squirrels, and a host of different mouse species. Rabbits and hares also thrive in this environment, making up a large portion of the diet for animals like the coyote.

There are very few amphibians in Nevada, mainly because of their need for water. There are, however, many different reptiles including rattlesnakes, garter snakes, night snakes, skinks, whiptails, desert horned lizards, and Great basin whiptails.

The majority of Nevada, over 80 percent of the state, is owned by the government or the military. This means most of the population is crammed into tight places like Los Vegas. Not surprisingly, because humans infrequently branch out into the inhospitable desert infrequently, human and wildlife conflicts are fewer when compared to other states. In urban settings, birds tend to be the most problematic pest animal.

You can always call Professional Wildlife Services, any time of day, at 702-577-2880, for a price quote for Summerlin South wildlife control services. I am confident that this is the best choice amongst wildlife removal companies in Summerlin South, NV.