How To Keep Animals Out Your Home

Common Signs of Wildlife in the House

  • Scritching & Patter: Daytime noises (usually squirrels) vs. Nighttime activity (bats, mice, raccoons, opossums).

  • Unexplained Smells & Odors: Identifying droppings or urine scent near vents, soffits, or crawlspace accesses.

  • Exterior Signs: Bent gable vents, torn soffit screens, chewed fascia board, or displaced roof shingles.

Triad Wildlife Experts technician performing a wildlife inspection around the gable vents where squirrels had chewed in.

What are these noises in my attic?

Why are animals in my house?

  • Shelter & Nesting: Attics and crawlspaces offer temperature-controlled, predator-free environments to raise young.

  • Easy Access Points: Small gaps under roof lines, un-screened ridge vents, and open foundation vents act as open doors for wildlife.

  • Seasonal Shifts: Spring (nesting/babies) and Fall/Winter (seeking heat) trigger spikes in entry attempts.