#Insulation
#Energy Efficiency
#Damage Repair
How Wildlife Damage Ruins Your Attic's R-Value
It's not just about the mess. Compressed insulation can increase your energy bills by 30%.
Wildlife Guides & Tips
Expert advice on identifying, removing, and preventing wildlife issues in your home.
#Squirrels
#Behavior
#Attic
Why You Never Have Just One Flying Squirrel
The social habits of Southern Flying Squirrels and why winter infestations are always larger than you think.
#Squirrels
#Attic
#Removal
#Louisville
Flying Squirrels: The Invisible Attic Invaders of Louisville
Why these tiny gliders are harder to remove than regular squirrels and why you probably have a whole colony.
#Snakes
#Crawl Space
#Winter
Why Snakes Love Louisville Crawl Spaces in Winter
If you have a dirt crawl space, you might be hosting a reptile slumber party. Here is why snakes choose your home for winter survival.
#Inspection
#Roof
#Prevention
#DIY
How to Inspect Your Roof for Wildlife Entry Points (Safety First)
A homeowner's guide to spotting the subtle signs of animal entry on your roof without taking unnecessary risks.
#Beavers
#Flooding
#Water
Beaver Dams Causing Flooding in Jefferson County Creeks
When nature's engineers cause property damage. Managing beaver conflicts in Louisville waterways.
#Commercial
#Birds
#Pigeons
Pigeon Control Solutions for Louisville Businesses
Protect your brand and your building. How to keep pigeons off signs, ledges, and loading docks.
#Mice
#Prevention
#Checklist
#Winter Prep
How to Mouse-Proof Your House for Winter (Louisville Checklist)
A comprehensive checklist of the most common mouse entry points in Louisville homes and how to seal them properly.
#Squirrels
#Gutters
#Prevention
#Home Maintenance
Why Squirrels Love Your Gutters (And How to Stop Them)
Gutters are a highway for squirrels. Learn how to prevent them from using your drainage system as an entry point into your attic.
#Prevention
#Raccoons
#Chimney
#Louisville
Why Every Louisville Home Needs a Chimney Cap (It's Not Just for Smoke)
The $200 investment that saves you $2,000 in raccoon removal costs. Why an uncapped chimney is an open invitation to wildlife.
#Health
#Bats
#Birds
#Safety
Histoplasmosis: The Lung Disease in Your Attic (Kentucky Health Alert)
Understanding the risks of bird and bat droppings in the Ohio River Valley and how to protect your family.
#Bats
#Health
#Cleanup
#Louisville
Is Bat Guano Dangerous? How to Clean It Safely (Louisville Guide)
Histoplasmosis is a real risk in the Ohio River Valley. Learn the safety protocols for cleaning bat droppings from your attic.
#Muskrats
#Water
#Damage
Muskrats: The Enemy of Pond Banks and Retaining Walls
Are your pond banks collapsing? Muskrats might be undermining your shoreline.
#Raccoons
#Behavior
#Education
Are Raccoons Smarter Than Your Dog? (The Science)
Why simple latches won't stop a raccoon. Understanding the problem-solving skills of your backyard bandit.
#Chipmunks
#Foundation
#Damage
Can Chipmunks Really Damage My Foundation?
They look cute, but their burrows can cause water issues. Assessing the risk of chipmunks.
#Dead Animal
#Decks
#Odor
How to Remove a Dead Animal from Under a Low Deck
The smell is terrible, but you can't reach the source. Strategies for retrieving carcasses from tight spaces without tearing apart your deck.
#Snakes
#Safety
#Identification
#Kentucky
Copperhead Safety: Identifying Louisville's Venomous Snake
How to spot a Copperhead, distinguish it from look-alikes, and what to do if you see one in your Kentucky backyard.
#Odor
#Dead Animal
#Tips
#Louisville
How to Locate and Remove a Dead Animal Smell in Your Wall
The nose knows. A guide to tracking down the source of that terrible odor, identifying the animal, and removing it from your Louisville home.
#Voles
#Gardening
#Pest Control
Voles: The Silent Killers of Louisville Gardens
Your hostas didn't just die; they were eaten from below. How to identify and stop vole damage.
#Education
#Safety
#Prevention
#Health
Why Feeding Wildlife in Your Backyard is a Bad Idea
It might seem kind, but feeding raccoons and deer hurts them more than it helps. Here is why you should keep the food inside.
#Birds
#Health
#Parasites
#Pest Control
Bird Mites: The Itchy Consequence of Bird Nests in Your Home
Why removing the bird nest is only step one. Understanding the microscopic parasites that invade homes after birds leave.
#Groundhogs
#Prevention
#DIY
#Landscaping
How to Stop Groundhogs from Digging Under Your Shed or Deck
Simple fencing won't work. Learn about the 'Dig Defense' trenching method to stop these master excavators.
#Commercial
#Birds
#Safety
Fire Hazards: Sparrows Nesting in Commercial Signs
Why those cute birds in your store's channel letters are a serious risk to your business.
#Opossums
#Behavior
#Education
The Truth About Opossums Playing Dead (It's Involuntary)
Why opossums 'play possum' and what to do if you find one in this state. Understanding the biology of North America's only marsupial.
#Birds
#Insects
#Damage Repair
#Louisville
Woodpeckers Damaging Siding? Check for Carpenter Bees
The holes in your siding might be the symptom, not the cause. Why woodpeckers are targeting your home.
#Snakes
#Identification
#Safety
#Kentucky
Snake Identification Guide for Louisville Homeowners: Friend or Foe?
How to tell the difference between a harmless Rat Snake and a venomous Copperhead in your Kentucky backyard.
#Moles
#Lawn Care
#Trapping
Why Sonic Spikes Don't Work on Moles (And What Does)
Save your money on gimmicks. The only proven way to stop moles from destroying your lawn.
#Opossums
#Education
#Wildlife
#Louisville
Opossums: Nuisance or Neighborhood Hero? (Louisville Wildlife Guide)
Why you might want to think twice before evicting an opossum from your yard. The surprising benefits of North America's only marsupial.
#Birds
#Vents
#Removal
Noises in the Bathroom Fan? It's Probably Starlings
Why birds choose bathroom exhaust vents for nesting, the health risks they pose, and how to remove them safely.
#Moles
#Voles
#Lawn Care
#Louisville
Mole vs. Vole: What is Destroying My Lawn? (And How to Stop It)
Tunnels or runways? Meat-eater or vegetarian? How to tell the difference between these two Louisville lawn pests.
#Birds
#Safety
#Fire Hazard
#Louisville
There's a Bird in My Dryer Vent! Now What? (Louisville Homeowner Guide)
Why starlings love Louisville dryer vents, the serious fire hazards they create, and the step-by-step process to remove them safely.
#Birds
#Woodpeckers
#Damage Repair
How to Stop Woodpeckers from Drumming on Your House
Is it food, mating, or housing? Understanding why woodpeckers peck is the key to stopping them.
#Health
#Raccoons
#Safety
#Cleanup
The Hidden Danger of Raccoon Poop: Understanding Raccoon Roundworm
Why raccoon latrines in your attic or yard are a serious biohazard and how to clean them safely.
#Foxes
#Sheds
#Behavior
What to Do About a Fox Den Under Your Shed
Foxes are excellent parents but bad tenants. How to handle a denning family in your backyard.
#Groundhogs
#Gardening
#DIY
#Prevention
The Only Fence That Stops Groundhogs: The 'Floppy Top' Method
How to build a garden fence that defeats diggers and climbers. A DIY guide for Louisville gardeners.
#Skunks
#Odor
#DIY
#Cleaning
The Skunk Odor Removal Recipe That Actually Works
Forget tomato juice. Use science to neutralize skunk spray on pets and homes. A chemist's guide to de-skunking.
#Raccoons
#Removal
#Tips
#Humane
Does Raccoon Eviction Fluid Work? The Science of Humane Removal
Using biology to make mother raccoons move their babies on their own. A gentle alternative to trapping.
#Bats
#Laws
#Attic
#Kentucky
The Legal Way to Remove Bats From Your Attic in Kentucky (2025 Update)
Understanding the federal laws protecting bats, the maternity season blackout dates, and why you can't just trap them.
#Identification
#Droppings
#Safety
#Health
The Ultimate Guide to Identifying Animal Poop in Your Attic
Is it a rat, a raccoon, or a bat? How to identify the intruder by the mess they leave behind and how to clean it safely.
#Coyotes
#Safety
#Community
Living with Urban Coyotes in Louisville Metro
Coyotes are here to stay. How to coexist safely and keep them wild.
#Coyotes
#Safety
#Pets
#Louisville
Coyote Safety: Protecting Pets in Louisville Suburbs
Coyotes are adapting to city life in Norton Commons, Prospect, and beyond. Here is how to keep your cats and small dogs safe.
#DIY
#Safety
#Tips
#Cost
DIY vs. Professional Wildlife Removal: When to Call a Pro
Can you handle that raccoon yourself? A honest look at the risks, costs, and legalities of DIY wildlife control in Kentucky.
#Groundhogs
#Seasonal
#Hibernation
When Do Groundhogs Wake Up in Kentucky?
Understanding the hibernation cycle of the woodchuck and when to expect them in your garden. A seasonal guide for Louisville homeowners.
#Insurance
#Damage Repair
#Tips
#Louisville
Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Wildlife Damage in Kentucky?
A detailed guide to navigating insurance claims for raccoon, bat, and squirrel damage in Louisville homes.
#Warranty
#Hiring
#Tips
Why a Warranty Matters for Wildlife Exclusion Work
Don't pay for a temporary fix. Why professional exclusion should come with a guarantee.
#Identification
#Squirrels
#Rats
#Louisville
Squirrels vs. Rats: Identifying Attic Noises by Sound and Time
Is it a squirrel, a rat, or a raccoon? How to identify your attic intruder based on when you hear them and what they sound like.
#Laws
#Education
#Kentucky
#Regulations
Kentucky Wildlife Removal Laws: What Homeowners Need to Know
Can you trap a raccoon? Can you shoot a nuisance animal? A guide to the legalities of wildlife control in KY.
#Cost
#Raccoons
#Insurance
#Louisville
How Much Does Raccoon Removal Cost in Louisville? (2025 Price Guide)
A transparent, detailed breakdown of wildlife removal pricing in Jefferson County, from inspection fees to full attic restoration costs.
#Raccoons
#Seasonal
#Louisville
#Prevention
Raccoon Mating Season in Louisville: What to Expect
From late winter noise to spring babies, here is the timeline of raccoon activity in Kentucky and how to protect your home.
#Identification
#Attic
#Noises
#Louisville
What's In My Attic? Identifying Animals by Day vs. Night Noises
Is it a squirrel, a raccoon, or a rat? Understanding the sleep schedules of Louisville wildlife is the key to identifying your attic intruder.
#Tips
#Hiring
#Education
5 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Wildlife Removal Pro
Not all critter catchers are the same. How to vet a company to ensure you get a permanent solution.