Professional Wildlife Control Services
Dealing with unwanted wildlife? Armed Exterminators provides expert wildlife removal throughout the San Gabriel Valley and Greater Los Angeles areas. With 28 years of experience and certified wildlife specialists, we deliver humane, effective solutions for all wildlife problems while complying with California wildlife regulations.
Wildlife Species We Handle
Raccoons (Procyon lotor)
Intelligent, Destructive, and Potentially Dangerous
- Common in attics, chimneys, crawl spaces
- Tear open roofs, vents, and soffits
- Can carry rabies and raccoon roundworm
- Females with babies are highly aggressive
- Require professional removal and repairs
Damage Caused:
- Torn insulation and ductwork
- Contaminated attic spaces
- Damaged roof shingles and vents
- Raided garbage and pet food
- Destroyed lawns seeking grubs
Opossums (Didelphis virginiana)
North America’s Only Marsupial
- Hide under decks, sheds, in attics
- Generally docile but will show teeth
- Carry fleas and parasites
- Emit foul odor when threatened
- Die in inconvenient locations
Common Issues:
- Living under structures
- Dying in walls or crawl spaces
- Raiding pet food and garbage
- Frightening residents at night
- Carrying fleas into yards
Skunks (Mephitis mephitis)
Notorious for Their Defensive Spray
- Burrow under structures and decks
- Spray accurately up to 15 feet
- Active dawn, dusk, and night
- Can carry rabies
- Attract others during mating season
Problems Created:
- Overwhelming spray odor
- Structural damage from burrowing
- Sprayed pets and people
- Lawn damage from grub hunting
- Disease transmission risk
Squirrels (Sciurus & Spermophilus)
Persistent Chewers and Nesters
- Tree squirrels invade attics
- Ground squirrels burrow extensively
- Chew wires creating fire hazards
- Very territorial once established
- Active during daylight hours
Damage Includes:
- Chewed electrical wires
- Holes in siding and roofs
- Nesting in attic insulation
- Raided bird feeders
- Stripped bark from trees
Bats (Various Species)
Protected but Problematic
- Several species protected by law
- Roost in attics and wall voids
- Guano creates health hazards
- Can carry rabies (rare)
- Require special removal permits
Health Concerns:
- Histoplasmosis from droppings
- Potential rabies exposure
- Parasites (bat bugs)
- Odor from accumulations
- Structural staining
Our Humane Wildlife Control Process
1. Professional Inspection
- Identify species and entry points
- Assess population and damage
- Check for babies (critical for timing)
- Evaluate structural vulnerabilities
- Create customized removal plan
2. Humane Removal Methods
Live Trapping:
- Species-appropriate cage traps
- Strategic placement for success
- Daily monitoring required
- Proper bait selection
- Safe relocation when legal
One-Way Exclusion:
- Animals leave but can’t return
- Ideal for certain situations
- Must ensure all animals out
- Combined with permanent repairs
Hand Removal (when appropriate):
- Baby animals in attics
- Injured or trapped wildlife
- Requires special equipment
- Minimizes stress on animals
3. Damage Repair & Exclusion
Critical for Permanent Solution:
- Seal all entry points
- Install chimney caps
- Screen vents properly
- Repair damaged areas
- Reinforce vulnerable spots
Materials Used:
- Heavy gauge steel mesh
- Professional grade sealants
- Custom fabricated covers
- Concrete for burrow filling
- Professional repairs
4. Cleanup & Decontamination
Health & Safety Priority:
- Remove contaminated insulation
- Disinfect affected areas
- Neutralize odors
- Treat for parasites
- Restore safe conditions
5. Prevention Planning
- Habitat modification advice
- Deterrent recommendations
- Ongoing monitoring options
- Maintenance suggestions
- Education about attractants
California Wildlife Laws & Ethics
Legal Requirements:
- Proper licensing required
- Humane treatment mandatory
- Some species fully protected
- Relocation restrictions apply
- Permits for certain species
Our Commitment:
- Follow all state regulations
- Use humane methods only
- Relocate when legal/appropriate
- Never harm protected species
- Educate about coexistence
Seasonal Wildlife Activity
Spring (March-May)
- Baby season begins
- Females seeking nesting sites
- Increased attic invasions
- Territorial behavior peaks
- Critical timing for removals
Summer (June-August)
- Young animals emerging
- Increased foraging activity
- Juvenile dispersal period
- Peak nuisance complaints
- Hot attics drive animals down
Fall (September-November)
- Preparing for winter
- Seeking warm shelter
- Increased home invasions
- Mating season for some
- Food hoarding behavior
Winter (December-February)
- Seeking warm shelter
- Less active but present
- May die in structures
- Damage from nesting
- Chimney invasions common
Emergency Wildlife Situations
Call Immediately For:
- Animal in living space
- Aggressive behavior
- Injured wildlife
- Strong odors (dead animal)
- Visible rabies symptoms
- Baby animals found
What NOT to Do:
- Never corner wildlife
- Don’t handle directly
- Avoid DIY removal
- Don’t seal animals inside
- Never poison wildlife
- Don’t separate babies
Health Risks from Wildlife
Disease Concerns:
- Rabies: Fatal if untreated
- Leptospirosis: From urine
- Raccoon Roundworm: Brain damage risk
- Histoplasmosis: From bat/bird droppings
- Hantavirus: Rare but serious
Parasite Issues:
- Fleas and ticks
- Mites and lice
- Intestinal parasites
- Skin conditions
- Secondary infestations
Why Choose Armed Exterminators?
- Experienced: Wildlife control since 1997
- Licensed & Insured: Full protection
- Humane Methods: Ethical removal
- Complete Service: Removal + repairs + cleanup
- Fast Response: Emergency service available
- Guaranteed Results: We solve the problem
Frequently Asked Questions
Is wildlife removal really necessary?
Yes. Wildlife in structures cause significant damage, health risks, and fire hazards from chewed wires. Professional removal ensures safety and prevents costly damage.
Why can’t I just trap animals myself?
California law requires proper licensing for wildlife trapping. Improper handling risks injury, disease exposure, and leaving babies to die in structures. Professionals ensure humane, legal removal.
What happens to trapped animals?
When legal, animals are relocated to suitable habitats away from structures. Some species cannot be relocated by law and are humanely euthanized. We follow all California Fish & Wildlife regulations.
How do you handle babies?
Baby animals require special timing and techniques. We hand-remove babies when possible, reunite with mothers, or work with wildlife rehabilitators. Never seal babies inside.
Can you guarantee animals won’t return?
With proper exclusion work, the same animals cannot return. However, new animals may try to enter if attractants remain. Our prevention service maintains long-term protection.
Don’t let wildlife damage your home or threaten your family.
Call (626) 256-3200 for humane removal.
Licensed & Insured • Humane Methods • Permanent Solutions
Armed Exterminators - Your Local Wildlife Control Experts Since 1997
Service Areas
Armed Exterminators provides wildlife control services throughout the San Gabriel Valley and Greater Los Angeles areas.