Why Most Homes Are Vulnerable to Wildlife – And How to Fix It

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Think Your Home Is Safe? Think Again.

Most homeowners assume that if they don’t have a current wildlife problem, their home is secure. But the truth is, almost every home—old or new—has gaps, cracks, and entry points big enough for animals to sneak through.

Raccoons, squirrels, rats, and even snakes are masters at finding these openings and using them as a free pass into your attic, walls, and crawlspaces. By the time you notice their presence, they’ve already torn through insulation, chewed wiring, left droppings behind, and caused thousands of dollars in damage.

The good news? You can stop them before they ever get in.

How Wildlife Gets Inside – And Why It’s Easier Than You Think

🔹 Roof Returns & Soffits – These are some of the weakest points on any home. Raccoons and squirrels can tear through flimsy soffits, creating gaping holes in your home’s exterior. If not properly reinforced, these areas practically invite wildlife inside.

🔹 Weep Holes – Weep holes in brick homes allow water drainage—but they also allow rats, mice, and even snakes easy access into your walls. Without proper screening, these tiny openings become a highway straight into your home.

🔹 Garage Door Frames & Gaps – Even a half-inch gap along your garage door frame is enough for rodents to squeeze through. Once inside, it’s a short trip into your attic or walls where they nest, breed, and multiply fast.

🔹 Vents & Chimneys – Uncovered vents and chimneys are open invitations for bats, birds, and squirrels. These openings provide warm, sheltered spaces that wildlife can quickly turn into a permanent home.

🔹 Rotting Wood & Structural Gaps – Many homeowners don’t realize that water damage weakens wood, making it easy for wildlife to chew through and create new entry points. Squirrels and raccoons take full advantage of these weak spots, expanding holes to make room for themselves.

Why Prevention Is the Smartest Investment

Once wildlife is inside, the cost of removal and repairs can skyrocket. Raccoons tear apart roofing, rats chew through electrical wiring, and contaminated insulation must be replaced. Some infestations cost homeowners $10,000+ to fix!

That’s why home exclusion is the #1 most effective way to protect your home from wildlife invasions. Instead of reacting to an infestation, exclusion seals off all entry points before animals can get in.

✔️ Full Home Inspection – A trained specialist identifies every weak spot where wildlife could enter.
✔️ Sealing & Reinforcement – All gaps, cracks, and openings are professionally sealed using durable materials that animals can’t chew through.
✔️ Lifetime Protection – Unlike pest control that requires repeat treatments, exclusion is a one-time solution with a Lifetime Warranty.

Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late!

Even if you don’t currently hear scratching in the attic, your home is still vulnerable. A professional home exclusion will save you thousands in future repairs and give you peace of mind.

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