Goodyear Wildlife Animal Control

Professional Wildlife Removal Company Servicing Goodyear, AZ

If you have a problem with wildlife in your Goodyear home, your best option is to hire a company that specializes in Arizona wildlife removal only. This is a specialty business, and regular pest control companies do not use the proper techniques to solve animal problems. I have spent many years reviewing Arizona and Goodyear, and I recommend the following:

Critter Control
Cell Phone: 623-250-3294

NOTE: If you have a dog or cat problem, call Maricopa County Animal Services: 602-506-7387



Critter Control specializes primarily in removing animals from attics of homes and buildings - this includes squirrels in attics, raccoons, and rats or mice in homes. Arizona also has a documented problem with bats in buildings, and Critter Control is specially trained in bat removal. They also perform general wildlife trapping services, such as the capture and removal of skunks or opossums on the property. Call 623-250-3294 to discuss your critter problem and schedule a same-day or next-day appointment. Click here to learn more about what prices we charge in 2020.

When hiring a company to solve your wild animal problem, you want these features:

  • Specializes in wildlife removal, not pest control
  • Fully Arizona and Maricopa County licensed and insured
  • Works 7 days per week (critters don't take weekends off)
  • Performs full building inspections: enters and inspects attic
  • Performs exclusion repairs, with guarantee against animal re-entry
  • Offers cleanup of biohazardous wildlife waste

  • Critter Control is a full-service Goodyear wildlife removal company. This is very different from a regular Goodyear pest control company. The pest control companies spray poison to kill insects. This is not at all similar to wildlife removal. Critter Control performs a full inspection of the home or property, and determines why the animal(s) are there, and if inside a building, how the animals got inside. All animals (including rodents) are trapped and removed, or if possible, removed from the building using special exclusion devices. Once the animals are gone, preventative repairs are essential, and cleanup is sometimes recommended.

    Goodyear wildlife trapping - it's not as simple as it may seem. It's illegal in Arizona to trap without a license. Trap type is very important and there are many different types, bait is somewhat relevant, trap placement is vital, and there are dozens of small things that are very important to know. Safety is a concern. Then once the animal is trapped, it must be removed and dealt with in the proper manner according to Arizona law. We offer Goodyear raccoon removal. Read more about how to get rid of raccoons.

    Animals in attics - this is our specialty at Critter Control. Many types of animals like to live in attics. This includes squirrels, raccoons, rats, mice, bats, birds, and even possums. Critters like to go into attics for a safe place to live and raise their young. Removing animals from attics is very complex work, partly because of the presence of baby animals. If you need Goodyear squirrel removal, we can remove all the squirrels from your attic, and seal out any future ones. Read more about how to get rid of squirrels.

    Rodent control must be done in a very specific way. First off, the most important thing is that all the openings that rats and mice can use to enter a house be sealed. Then all the rodents must be physically trapped and removed. Never, ever use poison! Most Goodyear exterminators will just use this lazy poison technique to kill rodents, and it causes more harm than good - dead stinky rats, and it doesn't solve the problem. Call us for correct Goodyear rat removal. Read more about how to get rid of rats.

    Bat removal is a highly specialized task. Arizona is known to have colonizing bats who often live in buildings. Bats love attics. If not removed, the colony can grow to a very large size over the years. The bat droppings are often corrosive and cause health risks. The same goes for bird droppings on or in buildings. We perform Goodyear pigeon removal and bird control. But our specialty is Goodyear bat removal. We remove 100% of the bat colony and seal the building so that it's totally bat-proof. Read more about how to get rid of bats.

    If you have animals inside a house, no job is complete without proper exclusion repairs. If you simply hire a Goodyear trapper who only removes the critters, then the problem will return. You need to hire a Goodyear wildlife control company that identifies 100% of the animal entry points into your building, and seals them shut with professional repairs. In addition, in many cases animals have left waste or contamination behind, and you'll want a company that can provide professional cleaning services. Critter Control does both.

    The above are just some of the services offered by Critter Control. We also trap and remove animals that destroy lawns, such as moles, or digging animals. Sometimes animals like opossums will live under buildings, steal pet food, raid garbage cans, etc. Read about how to get rid of opossums. Skunks commonly live under sheds or decks, and set up a den. We can trap and remove them without them spraying. Read about how to get rid of skunks. Critter Control also provides dead animal removal in Goodyear. If you need help with any other wildlife conflict, from a fox, beaver, groundhog, or any other critter, we can solve it. We also do Goodyear snake removal - most of the snakes in Arizona are not venomous, but call us if you want safe removal, or read about how to get rid of snakes in Goodyear. And remember, we are a private business, not Maricopa County Animal Control Services, so if you have a dog or cat problem, call the County at 602-506-7387. Maricopa County animal services does not handle any wildlife issues.

    Critter Control: 623-250-3294


    Goodyear Pricing Info For Year 2020

    Every wildlife removal situation is different, from the species of animals involved, the location of the animal inside a house or outside, the extent of repairs or cleanup, etc. It's impossible to give one-size-fits-all prices. Examples MIGHT include:

    Small Job: For example, a one-stop job to remove an animal in the yard: $100 on up
    Medium Job: For example, getting critters out of your house with minor repairs: $300 on up
    Large Job: For example, a project involving many service trips and complex work: $500 on up

    Give us a phone call now and tell us about your wildlife issue and we will be able to give you a price estimate over the phone. If you're cool with it, we can schedule a same-day or next-day appointment if you like. Our prices are fair, and a good value because we do the job right, the first time.


    Goodyear Wildlife Tip #1:
    What smells do rats dislike?
    Did you know there is another way to get rid of rats just from common products you have in your home? There is no need for traps or poisons you can repel rats with household items that rats cannot stand the scent of.

    What smells do rats dislike?
    Rats cannot stand the smell of strong ammonia or any chemical smells. You will need to put smelly things in the places when the rats are getting into your home.This is designed to stop them from entering your home in the first place.This technique works better to prevent them from entering, it doesn't work so good for rats already in your home.Mothballs are great deterrents, but once the smell has disappeared, you will find the rats returning so be sure to replace your mothballs about every 3 or 4 months to keep the smell fresh. Mothballs are toxic, so if you have pets or little children, it may be best to opt for another way to kill the rats.If you have closed off areas children and pets cannot access like the basement or wine cellar, then you could use mothballs in this instance as an effective solution for the rat's problem. Local hardware stores sell mothballs as well as online from Amazon.

    Next on the list is ammonia
    When the smell of ammonia is in the air rats will be running in the opposite direction. Rats hate the smell of ammonia because they interpret the smell to be that of a predator's urine. Rats won't enter areas where there seems to be predators frequenting visiting. So, keep this smell fresh will make the rats think predators are close.You can use ammonia by placing some in a bowl or a container near the rat's entryway.If you find rats have been habiting in your cupboards or wardrobes ammonia can be used to clean the surfaces to kill germs and bacteria as well as acting as a deterrent for rats. When cleaning with ammonia you need to take precautions and wear a mask, also make sure the room has plenty of ventilation. If you don't want to be using mothballs and ammonia with children or pets in the home, there is a safer option which is fabric softener sheets. Rats cannot stand the strong scent so place these in the cracks they come through and in the bottom of your trash can to deter them away.

    What about peppermint?
    Peppermint is another great option. Rats cannot stand the smell of peppermint so by grabbing some peppermint oil and placing it on a saucer or a lid and leave it in places they frequent and enter the home will soon start deterring them away.

    Of course, there are other commercial products available that contain these items in the ingredients to deter rats away, but these are more expensive, and more chemicals are added.Try one of the above methods first to see how you go then head to the commercial lines if you have no success with the other remedies.

    Goodyear Wildlife Tip #2:


    Arizona Wildlife Information:

    Arizona State bird: Cactus wren
    State mammal: Ringtail cat
    State reptile: Arizona ridge-nosed rattlesnake
    State amphibian: Arizona tree frog
    State fish: Arizona trout
    State insect: Two-tailed swallowtail

    Arizona is most known for its beautiful desert regions filled with canyons and rock formations accented by cacti of varying height. What many people don't realize is that Arizona has its fair share of forests-over 20 percent of the state is woodland. These thick forests of pine and spruce trees are mostly in what is known as the Colorado Plateau. The drier regions are home to just as much wildlife, and there is no region in Arizona where animals are completely missing from the environment. For the most part, the summers in the state are hot and the winters are mild, but some of the regions with mountains and canyons can experience colder weather and even snow. There are ski resorts in northern Arizona.

    State landmarks like the Grand Canyon make fantastic havens for wildlife. The water in the canyon gives life to all kinds of species including bald eagles, mountain lions, wolves, coyotes, rattlesnakes, and golden eagles. It also shelters a number of endangered species. The desert tortoise, big horned sheep, California brown pelican, spotted bat, and Southwest river otter are all on the protected list in this state.

    Because of the diverse terrain, Arizona has all four of the major predators in the United States: black bears, coyotes, wolves, and mountain lions. Bobcats are also common, but they are known as "wildcats" by the residents of the state.

    While Arizona still has raccoons, it also has a very raccoon-like creature called the ringtail cat. This animal is not part of the cat family, and it looks more like a cross between a raccoon and a fox. These solitary creatures live in cliff caves within the arid and semi-arid regions of the state. They have a diet of scorpions, insects, eggs, and small mammals.

    Grazing creatures are also common, especially within the canyons where vegetation thrives. Arizona has mule deer, white-tailed deer, elk, and big horn sheep.

    Pest animals are numerous in this state, just as in any other. The forested regions provide a good home for squirrels, bats, porcupines, skunks, raccoons, and mice. Another potential pest animal in Arizona is the javelina, a small wild pig. As with any location, homeowners have to worry about rats, which can survive in most regions of the world.

    You can always call Critter Control, any time of day, at 623-250-3294, for a price quote for Goodyear wildlife control services. I am confident that this is the best choice amongst wildlife removal companies in Goodyear, AZ.

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