As the summer heat begins to ease and we look toward fall, wildlife activity around Central Florida homes starts to increase. Many homeowners don’t realize that late summer and early fall are some of the busiest times of the year for nuisance wildlife looking for food, water, and shelter.
At Forest Pest Control, our Wildlife & Exclusion Division helps homeowners not only remove unwanted animals—but more importantly, keep them from coming back.
Bat Season Is Changing
In Florida, bat exclusion work is permitted from August 15 through April 15. During bat maternity season, exclusions are restricted to protect flightless young.
During maternity season, exclusions are limited to protect flightless baby bats. Once that period ends, we can safely and humanely install one-way exclusion devices, allowing bats to leave your attic while preventing them from returning.
If you’ve noticed:
- Scratching or fluttering sounds in the attic
- Bat droppings (guano)
- Staining around roof vents or soffits
- Bats flying around your home at dusk
Now is the perfect time to schedule an inspection before colonies continue to grow.
Rats and Squirrels Start Looking for Shelter
As temperatures gradually cool and natural food sources begin to change, roof rats and squirrels start searching for secure places to nest—and your attic may be exactly what they’re looking for.
Common entry points include:
- Roof returns
- Soffits
- Gable vents
- Roof vents
- Plumbing and utility penetrations
- Damaged fascia boards
- Gaps around chimneys
- Construction gaps as small as ½ inch
Once inside, these animals can:
- Chew electrical wiring
- Damage insulation
- Destroy ductwork
- Contaminate attics with urine and droppings
- Create unpleasant odors
- Wake homeowners with scratching and running sounds at night
The best repair is preventing them from getting inside in the first place.
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Exclusion: The Long-Term Solution
Many companies focus only on trapping or removing wildlife.
While removal is important, professional exclusion is what provides long-term protection.
Our Wildlife Specialists inspect your entire home to identify every vulnerable area and recommend permanent repairs using professional wildlife-proof materials designed to withstand Florida’s climate.
Our exclusion services may include:
- Sealing entry points
- Installing galvanized screening and hardware cloth
- Reinforcing roof and attic vents
- Securing soffits and fascia
- Installing one-way wildlife doors when necessary
- Rodent-proofing vulnerable construction gaps
Other Wildlife We Frequently See
Although squirrels and rats generate most of our calls this time of year, we also regularly help homeowners with:
- Raccoons in attics
- Opossums under lanais and sheds
- Bats
- Flying squirrels
- Mice
Each species requires a different removal strategy and, in many cases, repairs to prevent future problems.
Schedule Your FREE Wildlife Inspection
Our comprehensive wildlife inspection includes:
- Roofline inspection
- Attic evaluation (when accessible)
- Identification of current or previous wildlife activity
- Entry point assessment
- Recommendations for permanent exclusion repairs
- Customized removal plan if wildlife is already present
A proactive inspection now can save you from costly repairs later this fall and winter.
Protect Your Home Before Wildlife Moves In
If you live in Central Florida, now is the ideal time to schedule your FREE Wildlife & Exclusion Inspection. Whether you’re hearing noises in the attic, seeing signs of rodents, or simply want peace of mind before wildlife season ramps up, our experienced team is here to help.
At Forest Pest Control, we don’t just remove wildlife—we help keep it from coming back.
Call today to schedule your FREE inspection and let us help keep your home protected year-round.