How Does an Animal Get Into My House?

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An animal may get into your house through the openings in your roof, attic, chimney, crawlspace, or basement. If you suspect an animal has gotten in, inspect your interior and exterior property for signs of wildlife activity, such as chew marks, grease stains, droppings, or damage. A professional wildlife removal company can help you deal with the animals in your home through exclusion techniques. Explore the animals that can get into your house to determine how to deal with any potential intruders. Request Wildlife Removal Services ➔ Main Entry Points Depending on the animal's size, their entry points into your home don't need to be large. Check the following places for signs of wildlife in your home: Crawlspace or Basement: Animals enjoy hiding in dry, dark spaces. You can determine if wildlife is in this part of your home by checking the foundation from the outside. Pay attention to gaps, such as places where different types of building materials meet or where cables,...
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How to Tell If You Have Bats in Your Attic

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Bats are an unwelcome invasion in any home. If you think there are bats in your attic, you'll want to act right away. Bats can carry diseases harmful to both humans and pets. They can also reproduce in your home, leading to an even bigger problem later. If you need to remove bats from your attic, call the bat removal experts at Urban Jungle for help. Call Now for Bat Removal Here are a few signs of bats in the attic and steps to take if you have a bat infestation.   Why and How Bats Get Into the Attic It's well known that bats like caves — they're dark, secret, and quiet. The only issue is that caves tend to be cold. Attics are warm, especially in the south. Drawn to the high temperature and darkness, bats feel right at home in a rarely used attic with no windows.  They get into the attic through small holes and gaps in the roof. Once they are in,...
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The Difference Between Mice and Rats

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Rodents pose a nasty problem for homeowners throughout Texas. These elusive nocturnal creatures invade food supplies, cause extensive property damage, leave their droppings in living areas, and even carry and spread diseases. Call Now for Wildlife Removal While it's not likely that you can have mice and rats at the same time (rats often feed on mice — the scent of a rat is enough to drive mice away), the presence of either one requires immediate attention.     How to Tell If You Have Mice or Rats in Your Home If you want to get rid of these destructive pests, you first need to determine whether you're living with mice or rats. Each has different characteristics that impact the removal process. If you have rodents in your home, it's probably one of the three types — roof rats, Norway rats (less common) or house mice. You can often distinguish between these three by their appearance. But since you don't always see them, you can use other methods to identify your household...
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