If you have a problem with wildlife in your Latrobe home, your best option is to hire a company that specializes in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania and Latrobe, and I recommend the following:

Vermin Control
Cell Phone: 724-892-6048

NOTE: If you have a dog or cat problem, call Westmoreland County Animal Services: 724-539-2544

Vermin Control specializes primarily in removing animals from attics of homes and buildings - this includes squirrels in attics, raccoons, and rats or mice in homes. Pennsylvania also has a documented problem with bats in buildings, and Vermin 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 724-892-6048 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 2026.

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

• Specializes in wildlife removal, not pest control
• Fully Pennsylvania and Westmoreland 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



Vermin Control is a full-service Latrobe wildlife removal company. This is very different from a regular Latrobe pest control company. The pest control companies spray poison to kill insects. This is not at all similar to wildlife removal. Vermin 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.

Latrobe wildlife trapping - it's not as simple as it may seem. It's illegal in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania law. We offer Latrobe raccoon removal. Read more about how to get rid of raccoons.

Animals in attics - this is our specialty at Vermin 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 Latrobe 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 Latrobe 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 Latrobe rat removal. Read more about how to get rid of rats.

Bat removal is a highly specialized task. Pennsylvania 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 Latrobe pigeon removal and bird control. But our specialty is Latrobe 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 Latrobe trapper who only removes the critters, then the problem will return. You need to hire a Latrobe 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. Vermin Control does both.

The above are just some of the services offered by Vermin 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. Vermin Control also provides dead animal removal in Latrobe. 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 Latrobe snake removal - most of the snakes in Pennsylvania are not venomous, but call us if you want safe removal, or read about how to get rid of snakes in Latrobe. And remember, we are a private business, not Westmoreland County Animal Control Services, so if you have a dog or cat problem, call the County at 724-539-2544. Westmoreland County animal services does not handle any wildlife issues.


Vermin Control
Cell Phone: 724-892-6048




Latrobe Pricing Info

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.

Latrobe Wildlife Tip #1:


How Do You Remove the Raccoons from Your Attic?


If you heard a loud banging noise at night, the ghost may be the least of your worries. Having raccoons in your attic will be unpleasant, but you need to remember that they will not leave your place on their own accord unless you take some necessary actions. Apart from their scratching and stomping noises that will wake you up in the middle of the night, they can also cause considerable structural damages and transmit zoonotic diseases.

What Are the Steps to Take to Get Rid of the Raccoons in Your Attic?

Removing the raccoons that have been infesting your attic will not be easy. Therefore, most of the time, we will recommend you hire a professional to do this. It will keep you safe from any risks and hazards related to this animal. However, if you are still keen on performing a DIY removal, here are the steps that you must take.

Do I Need to Inspect My Attic?

Inspection is important regardless of what kind of creature you are housing. The information that you will gather will help you devise a better removal and exclusion plan. When evaluating the condition of your attic, be sure to look for the location of the nest. However, you should not approach the animal. Mother raccoon can get pretty aggressive during nesting season. You should also determine the possible access point of the animal, as well as the extent of the damages. Take pictures for documentation. It will be impossible for you to miss something later if you take proper notes. If there are pups, the problem gets trickier and should be left at the hands of the pro. Also, do not step into your attic without proper protective gear.

How Do I Remove the Raccoon?

After the inspection, you may have a clearer view of the problem. If you think that you can do it on your own, we recommend the use of humane methods to avoid inflicting unnecessary pain and suffering on the part of the creature. The little raccoons will be your first target; only do this while the mother raccoon is out. Be sure that you will wear thick gloves when picking up the baby raccoons. Do not be deceived by the looks of the pups; they can bite and claw you, which may lead to injuries and infections. Now that you successfully remove the little animals; it's time to set your trap to capture the mother raccoon. Look for a humane trap at the local hardware shop. To avoid capturing non-targeted animals, you may use the pups as the live bait. Place them in a box or cage inside the trap and the mother will come to rescue them.

Finally, once you managed to remove the animal, it is time to clean and sanitize your attic. Dispose of all the contaminated materials. The sight and the smell will not be pleasant. To avoid aggravating the situation, allow the experts to handle it. A wildlife specialist will have the tools and the cleaning solution to eradicate the microorganisms that may cause diseases. They will completely sterilize your place and kill the pathogens that may be threatening you and your family.



Latrobe Wildlife Tip #2:


Pennsylvania Wildlife Information:

Pennsylvania State bird: Ruffed grouse
State mammal: White-tailed deer
tate insect: 7-spotted ladybug, Pennsylvania firefly
State fish: Brook trout

You can find a variety of landscapes in Pennsylvania, though the majority of the state is covered in forest. Pennsylvania has a fair amount of flat land and a fair amount of mountainous land. No matter where you go, you are bound to run into wildlife. Warm-loving animals will not be so inclined to live in this state, though the southern region has more mild temperatures than the mountainous north. Because of the slight temperature difference, snakes and amphibians are more populous in the south. Rattlesnakes, one of the venomous snakes in the state, are only found in the lower aspect of Pennsylvania. Smaller snakes, like the garter snake, make their home just about anywhere they can find.

Reptiles aren't the only critters that like Pennsylvania. The state has hundreds of sheltered ponds and lakes, and this promotes a healthy population of beavers, otters, and muskrats. Other semi-aquatic animals include the snapping turtle and the common water snake.

Of predators, Pennsylvania has only two large mammalian carnivores. The black bear and coyote are at the top of the food chain in this state, though there have been numerous sightings of mountain lions over the last decade. The state's Department of Fish and Game adamantly dismisses the rumors, and has been able to disprove most of the sightings. Still, many residents feel there is a breeding population of the large cats somewhere in the state. Black bear, though destructive when they find a bird feeder or an open garbage can, are not seen as commonly as coyotes. There has been a large increase in the coyote population; likely due to almost no predation and ample supply of white-tailed deer and other small game. Because of the abundance of wildlife, coyotes are usually only problematic if they are in an urban area. In this setting, the canines can become bold and dangerous, threatening house pets and small children.

Still, the most popular home invaders in Pennsylvania are of a much smaller size. Raccoons and squirrels are always on the hunt for an empty attic, and rats and mice will take any opportunity to sneak into a home. Woodchucks are just as common and irritating; the stout creatures quickly moving in under unprotected decks and patios.

If homeowners are really unlucky, they will forget to secure their pet door at night and will wake up to find a porcupine has entered the house looking for cat food.

You can always call Vermin Control, any time of day, at 724-892-6048, for a price quote for Latrobe wildlife control services. I am confident that this is the best choice amongst wildlife removal companies in Latrobe, PA.