Prevention of Wildlife in Vancouver
Keep them Out
To prevent wildlife from re-entering your home or business, animal proofing is the solution. This long-lasting approach avoids future removal and repair expenses. After removing raccoons, skunks, squirrels, starlings, pigeons, bats and other wildlife from your home or business, AAA Wildlife Control will secure the point of entry and guarantee that the animals will not re-enter that area for a period of one year.
Unfortunately, the evicted animals are not so quick to move to a new location because they have already invested a lot of time and effort in making your house their home. The animals carefully chose this location because it is safe from predators and because of its close proximity to food and water.
Furthermore, considerable time has already been spent renovating your attic to construct the perfect den site. Also, some animals store considerable amounts of food in their den and they are not easily persuaded to move on and leave it behind.
After we have removed the animals they are more than determined to get back in. To prevent this from happening it is extremely important to protect every known entry point for wildlife. Wildlife proofing is necessary to achieve a long term solution. Below are examples of how wildlife can enter your home and how AAA Wildlife Control will keep wildlife out.
Roof Vents
Roof vents play a crucial role in maintaining adequate airflow in attics, preventing the accumulation of moisture and mold. While commonly crafted from thin plastic, these vents can be susceptible to damage from raccoons and squirrels who easily chew and tear through them, gaining access to the attic. Even metal vents are not immune to determined animals. For 100% protection against raccoons and squirrels infiltrating through any roof vent, opt for our specially manufactured galvanized roof vent screen box installation.
Roof Plumbing Vent Mats / Pipes
Plumbing vent pipes facilitate the smooth flow of water and waste into the sewer system while preventing sewer gases from entering homes. Unfortunately, the plumbing vent mats, typically made of rubber and plastic, can be vulnerable to damage by raccoons and squirrels. These animals may chew and tear their way into the attic, posing potential issues. If a squirrel or baby raccoon enters the open pipe, it can become stuck, leading to a costly plumbing system shutdown. Ensure 100% protection against such intrusions by opting for our specially manufactured galvanized roof vent screen box installation. Installing a screen cap on top of the pipe will effectively prevent animals from entering.
Roof / Soffit Intersections
Roof/Soffit intersections, where two distinct roof lines meet, present a structural vulnerability in houses. This design flaw makes it exceptionally simple for raccoons, squirrels, and birds to access the attic. Raccoons can effortlessly push up and dislodge a section of the aluminum soffit, while squirrels and birds may exploit existing openings. To ensure complete protection against raccoons and squirrels infiltrating the attic through roof/soffit intersections, it is essential to reinforce all these areas with our galvanized screen.
Chimneys
Chimneys serve as essential ventilation channels, facilitating the exit of carbon monoxide from furnaces and smoke from fireplaces. Uncapped chimneys become attractive nesting sites for raccoons, squirrels, and birds. Animals inside the chimney may create blockages, leading to the potential entry of deadly carbon monoxide into the living space. Additionally, wildlife can enter homes through chimneys, causing significant damage in their attempts to exit. To ensure 100% protection against raccoons, squirrels, and birds entering chimneys, consider installing our galvanized screen chimney cap.
Decks, Porches and Sheds
Decks, porches, and sheds offer ground-level shelter, making them attractive to raccoons, skunks, squirrels, and other wildlife. Given their direct contact with soil, these structures are susceptible to animals digging and getting underneath. To provide complete protection against digging by raccoons, skunks, and squirrels, the optimal solution is to trench around the entire perimeter of the structure. Install our galvanized screen in an “L” configuration within the trench and then refill it, ensuring a secure barrier.
Roof / Fascia Space
Roof/fascia space refers to the structural opening between the roof board (which supports the shingles) and the fascia board (which supports the eavestrough). This architectural feature can become an entry point for raccoons and squirrels, as they may insert their noses into the opening and gnaw on the free edge of the wood. Once they enlarge the hole sufficiently, they can climb through and access the attic. The most effective protection against raccoons and squirrels chewing on this space is to securely attach our galvanized screen to the roof edge.
Stove, Bathroom and Dryer Exhaust Vents
Stove, bathroom, and dryer exhaust vents serve as essential ventilation channels, expelling moisture, heat, odors, and smoke from within the house. Birds and squirrels are prone to constructing nests inside the metal vents, hindering the proper exhaustion of indoor air. To ensure complete protection against squirrels and birds entering these vents, it is recommended to securely attach our galvanized screen vent box over the existing vent cover.
