Wildlife Removal
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Wildlife Removal Services for the Albuquerque and Rio Rancho Metro
Finding a raccoon in the attic or a skunk under the deck is a stressful experience. These animals are not just a nuisance. They can cause structural damage and pose real health risks to you and your pets. Because of this, professional wildlife removal requires a careful, legal, and safety-conscious approach.
Manzano Pest Management provides wildlife removal and exclusion services for homes across the metro. We understand the local wildlife and the exclusion work needed to keep animals from returning. Additionally, we offer commercial pest control for local business owners.
Why Wildlife Removal Is Different from Pest Control
Wildlife removal is not the same as treating ants or roaches. The animals involved are larger and often protected by state or federal law. Because of this, the approach must be different.
Legal Considerations in New Mexico
Most mammals and bird species are protected by state and federal laws. This means you cannot simply trap and relocate a raccoon or skunk without understanding the regulations. Attempting to handle a protected species without proper permits can create legal problems. If you are dealing with smaller, non-protected pests, our rodent control services are the appropriate solution.
Safety and Health Risks
Raccoons and skunks frequently carry rabies, which can be transmitted to pets and people. Even if the animal appears healthy, handling it or its droppings is risky. Professional removal minimizes direct contact. If you have other stinging or biting pests, we also offer wasp removal and scorpion control.
Why DIY Trapping Often Fails
Live trapping and relocating an animal seems like a humane solution. However, it often fails. The animal is frequently released too close to the capture site and returns. Prevention through exclusion is the more reliable long-term solution.
Common Nuisance Wildlife in the Albuquerque Metro
Several species commonly come into conflict with homeowners in this region.
Raccoons
Raccoons are attracted to easy food sources like garbage and pet food. They readily inhabit attics and chimneys. Once inside, they can cause significant damage to insulation. Raccoons are also a rabies vector. If they are nesting near your roof, our spider control technicians can check those same dark eaves for secondary pests.
Skunks and Opossums
Skunks and opossums den under porches, decks, and sheds. They dig holes in lawns looking for grubs and raid garbage cans. The most obvious concern is the spray, but skunks also carry rabies. Removing them without proper equipment is risky.
Snakes
Snakes enter yards and homes looking for prey and shelter. Removing woodpiles and tall grass reduces hiding places. For venomous snakes, professional removal is essential. If you want to reduce the prey they feed on, our cockroach extermination and ant control services can help.
Bats
Bats often roost in attics and eaves. They are protected species, and removal requires specific timing. Bat droppings (guano) also pose health risks, so professional cleanup is often necessary.
What Our Wildlife Removal Service Includes
We do not simply trap and relocate. Our approach addresses the root of the problem.
Inspection and Identification
We inspect your property to identify the animal species and locate entry points. Proper identification matters because different species require different legal approaches. During this inspection, we also look for termite control issues, as wildlife damage often exposes wood to moisture.
Humane Removal and Exclusion
Removal methods depend on the species. We use techniques that are appropriate for the animal and compliant with regulations. After removal, we seal the entry points that allowed the animal inside. This work may include sealing foundation gaps and repairing vent covers. This structural sealing pairs well with our bed bug extermination prep work, which also focuses on closing entryways.
Sanitation Guidance
Wildlife activity leaves behind droppings and nesting materials that can harbor disease. We provide guidance on safe cleanup. We also offer mosquito control to address standing water issues that wildlife might leave behind.
Areas We Serve for Wildlife Removal
Manzano Pest Management provides wildlife removal services across the Albuquerque and Rio Rancho metro. If you are dealing with a wildlife issue in your area, contact us to confirm service availability.
If you are not sure whether your address falls within our service area, contact us with your location.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I trap and relocate a raccoon myself?
In most cases, no. Raccoons and many other wildlife species are protected by state law. Additionally, DIY relocation often fails because the animal returns or does not survive.
What should I do if I find a bat in my house?
Do not touch the bat. Bats can carry rabies. Close the door to the room, keep pets away, and contact a professional for removal.
Why do animals keep coming back to my property?
Animals return because the conditions that attracted them are still present. Removing the animal without addressing these attractants is a temporary fix. Our seasonal pest prevention plans help address recurring issues.
Do you treat commercial properties?
Yes. Wildlife can be a concern for businesses as well. We provide discreet, documented treatment for commercial properties. If you manage a facility, view our commercial pest control page for details.