Wildlife Control Services Genesee & Shiawassee County, MI

Your Attic Shouldn't Sound Like a Zoo

When raccoons tear through your roof or squirrels chew your wiring, you need more than a quick fix. You need permanent wildlife control services in Genesee County, MI and Shiawassee County, MI that stop the damage, protect your family, and keep animals out for good.

Nuisance Wildlife Removal in Genesee & Shiawassee County, MI

Animals Don't Ask Permission Before Moving In

Raccoons rip through roofs. Squirrels chew electrical wires. Bats turn attics into health hazards. When wildlife decides your home is their home, the damage starts immediately and compounds daily. Our wildlife control services in Genesee County, MI and Shiawassee County, MI handle the full scope of the problem: humane animal removal, complete exclusion work to seal every entry point, and damage repair that restores your property. First Choice Pest Control works with residential and commercial customers across both counties who need more than someone to set a trap and leave. You need professionals who understand Michigan wildlife behavior, follow DNR regulations, and deliver solutions that last years, not weeks.

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Wildlife Trapping Services Genesee and Shiawassee Counties

What You Actually Get From This

Professional wildlife pest control in Genesee County, MI and Shiawassee County, MI means you stop worrying about what’s happening in your walls and start sleeping through the night again.

You'll stop hearing scratching, thumping, and animal vocalizations at 2 AM when you're trying to sleep.
Your family won't be exposed to raccoon roundworm, histoplasmosis, or other diseases wildlife carries in their waste.
You won't face a house fire from squirrels chewing through electrical wiring in your attic.
Your insulation stays intact instead of being shredded into nesting material and contaminated with urine and feces.
Animals can't return because every entry point is professionally sealed with materials they can't chew through.
You'll avoid thousands in repair costs from roof damage, water leaks, and structural deterioration.

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Wildlife Exclusion Genesee & Shiawassee County, MI

Here's How We Actually Handle This

Getting the animal out doesn’t solve the problem. If the entry points stay open, new animals move in within days. That’s why our wildlife exclusion services in Genesee County, MI and Shiawassee County, MI focus on permanent prevention, not temporary relief. We inspect every vulnerable area of your property roof vents, soffits, chimneys, foundation gaps, damaged siding. Then we seal them with materials wildlife can’t tear through: metal flashing, heavy-duty screening, professional-grade barriers. The work is guaranteed because we know what holds up against determined raccoons and persistent squirrels. This approach costs more upfront than just setting traps. It also means you’re not calling us back next season when a different raccoon discovers the same hole in your roof. You’re investing in a solution that protects your property long-term, not a band-aid that buys you a few weeks of quiet.

Animal Removal Services Genesee and Shiawassee Counties

Here's How We Actually Handle This

We start with a complete property inspection to identify what species you’re dealing with, where they’re getting in, and what damage has already happened. That inspection tells us whether you’ve got a single raccoon or a family with babies, whether bats have been roosting for weeks or months, whether the entry point is obvious or hidden. From there, we use humane wildlife trapping services in Genesee County, MI and Shiawassee County, MI that comply with Michigan DNR regulations. Live traps, one-way exclusion doors, and species-specific removal techniques that don’t harm the animals or put your family at risk. If there are baby animals involved, we remove the entire family mother and young so nothing is left behind to suffer or die in your walls. Once the animals are out, the real work begins. We seal every entry point, repair the damage they caused, and clean up contaminated insulation if needed. You get a complete solution, not just animal removal.

Wildlife Control FAQs

Common Questions About Our Service

What wildlife species are common in Genesee and Shiawassee Counties?

Raccoons, squirrels, bats, skunks, groundhogs, and opossums are the most frequent nuisance animals we remove from properties in both counties. Raccoons and squirrels cause the majority of attic invasions because they're excellent climbers and can tear through roof vents, soffits, and damaged shingles. Bats roost in attics and walls, often in colonies that grow larger each year if not removed. Skunks and groundhogs typically den under porches, decks, and sheds, creating burrows that can undermine foundations. Each species requires different removal techniques and exclusion strategies, which is why proper identification during the initial inspection matters.

How much does wildlife removal cost in Michigan?

Wildlife removal costs vary based on the species, the size of the infestation, and how much exclusion work your property needs. A straightforward removal might run a few hundred dollars, while a complex job involving a large raccoon family, extensive roof damage, and attic cleanup can cost several thousand. What drives the price up is usually the exclusion work sealing all the entry points so animals can't return and any necessary repairs to insulation, roofing, or structure. We provide upfront estimates after inspecting your property so you know exactly what you're paying for. We also offer price matching for reasonable competitor rates, and we give discounts to seniors, veterans, and first responders.

Is wildlife removal covered by homeowners insurance?

Sometimes, but it depends on your policy and how the damage occurred. Many homeowners insurance policies cover sudden damage caused by wildlife like a raccoon tearing through your roof and destroying insulation but exclude gradual damage from rodents or long-term infestations. Raccoons, bats, and skunks are often classified as nocturnal mammals rather than rodents or vermin, which can help with coverage. However, most policies cover the structural repairs but not the cost of trapping and removing the animals. Your best approach is to document the damage with photos, get a professional inspection report, and contact your insurance company before starting work. We can provide detailed documentation to support your claim.

How do you remove wildlife humanely and legally in Michigan?

Michigan has strict regulations about wildlife removal, and we follow all DNR requirements to the letter. Bats are protected species in Michigan, so we use live exclusion methods that allow them to leave but not return never traps that could harm them. For raccoons, squirrels, and other animals, we use humane live traps or one-way exclusion doors depending on the situation and the season. If babies are present, we remove the entire family together so young animals aren't orphaned and left to die in your walls. We also time our work around birthing seasons when possible to minimize stress on the animals. Every removal method we use is designed to be effective without causing unnecessary harm, and we relocate animals according to Michigan law.

What damage can wildlife cause to my home?

Wildlife damage ranges from annoying to dangerous depending on the species and how long they've been in your home. Squirrels and raccoons chew through electrical wiring, creating serious fire hazards squirrels are responsible for 25 to 30 percent of house fires according to industry data. Raccoons tear up insulation, destroy ductwork, and create latrine sites in attics where their waste accumulates and becomes a health hazard. Bats leave guano that can cause histoplasmosis, a respiratory disease. Groundhogs dig burrows that undermine foundations, porches, and driveways. All of these animals can compromise your roof by tearing through shingles, soffits, and vents, which leads to water leaks and mold growth. The longer wildlife stays in your home, the more extensive and expensive the damage becomes.

How long does wildlife exclusion work last?

Professional exclusion work should last for years if it's done correctly with quality materials. We use metal flashing, heavy-duty screening, and other barriers that wildlife can't chew through or tear apart. The key is identifying and sealing every potential entry point, not just the obvious ones. Raccoons have strong paws and can rip through weak spots. Squirrels can squeeze through openings the size of a golf ball. If even one entry point is missed, animals will find it. That's why we conduct thorough inspections and seal everything roof vents, chimney caps, soffit returns, foundation gaps, damaged siding. When the work is done right, you shouldn't see animals returning to the same areas. If they do, it's usually because a new entry point developed from storm damage or deterioration, not because the original exclusion failed.