Wildlife Control FAQ
Welcome to the Wild FAQs. Straight answers on wildlife control, pricing, and process.
Priority Questions
More cost and timing questions: see our Wildlife Removal Cost guide.
Costs depend on species, access constraints, duration, time of year, and response urgency.
Local, straightforward wildlife-control work commonly starts around $550–$650. Simple dead-animal recovery may start around $250; bat work commonly starts around $850–$950. See the cost guide for details.
Dead animal in my house-what do I do? Keep children and pets away. Do not crawl into the area or touch the animal, droppings, bodily fluids, or surrounding material.
What should I do if I hear animals in my attic? Do not simply seal up a hole.
How do I find a trusted wildlife removal company? Start with NH Level II licensing, reputation, legal awareness and clear communication
What happens if I wait and do nothing?
Damage often increases, access points worsen, and solutions become more expensive.
How long will the process take?
Simple issues may take 1–5 days; complex cases like beavers or denning animals can take weeks.
How soon can you respond once I call?
Response timing depends on workload, season, and urgency.
What factors increase or decrease cost?
Species involved, site access, complexity, seasonal conditions, location, and urgency.
Can you give a price range before inspection?
We can provide a general range, but accurate pricing requires an inspection.
Will this damage my property?
We work to avoid property damage. Where access, opening a structure, or repairs are needed, the options and likely impacts are discussed before work proceeds.
Is this safe for pets and children?
Wildlife-control equipment can injure people and pets. Keep children and pets away from active work areas and follow the site-specific instructions provided. No method is risk-free.
Do you handle aggressive animals?
Yes, using safety-first protocols.
My dog was sprayed, what should I do?
Avoid home remedies that set odor; proper neutralization matters. We have a short YouTube video showing simple, effective steps using common household ingredients. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lhl2eKXVLVA&t=2s
Bats
Will bats come back after exclusion?
Correct exclusion and repairs reduce re-entry risk, but no building can be guaranteed permanently wildlife-free.
When can bat exclusion be done legally?
In New Hampshire, May 15–August 15 is a restricted period for removal or exclusion of listed bats from occupied structures. Fis 1001.05 provides specific exceptions, including health and safety circumstances and documented pup-status conditions. Timing and applicable state and federal protections must be assessed before work begins. If human or pet exposure occurs, do not release the bat; contact a medical provider and NH health authorities immediately for guidance.
How do I keep bats out of my house?
Through exclusion that seals entry points after bats have safely exited.
What should I do if I find a bat in my house?
Do not touch the bat barehanded, do not release it if exposure may be possible, and do not seal openings until the situation is understood. If anyone may have been exposed, contact medical/public-health authorities, animal control, or a veterinarian. BTNE can help inspect for bat entry and exclusion issues.
Skunks
How do I keep my dog from tangling with skunks?
Removing attractants and addressing den sites will reduce likelihood of conflcit.
Why are skunks coming onto my property?
Food sources, shelter, and seasonal movement.
Do skunks dig under sheds
Yes. Skunks commonly dig under sheds, decks, porches, and steps, especially in spring and fall. Do not block the opening until you know the animal is out and no young are inside. More info here: Skunks Faq
Porcupines
My dog got quilled, what should I do immediately?
Seek veterinary care; improper removal can cause serious injury.
How do I keep porcupines away from pets?
Remove attractants and address habitat access.
Why do porcupines keep returning?
Established travel routes and available food.
Beavers
Why are beavers flooding my property?
Flooding occurs when dams conflict with culverts, roads, or drainage.
How do I hire a beaver trapper near me?
Look for proper licensing, beaver-specific experience, an onsite visit, clear discussion of property lines, access, water movement, neighboring impacts, and realistic expectations before work begins. More here.
Can new beavers move into the area later?
Yes
Are dams always the problem?
No; conflicts usually arise where human infrastructure constrains natural water flow.
Why not just relocate wildlife?
Relocation is subject to species-specific rules and release restrictions. New Hampshire prohibits release of diseased or suspected-diseased wildlife and requires written permission for release on another person’s property. Permit requirements and exceptions depend on the circumstances; check with NH Fish and Game before moving wildlife.
What happens to the animals?
Outcomes depend on species, health, location, time of year, and legal requirements.
Authoritative FAQ (Details)
What does a wildlife control company do?
We resolve conflicts by inspecting, excluding, removing, and preventing re-entry using legal, professional methods.
Is wildlife control the same as pest control?
No. Wildlife control involves mammals and birds and requires different skills and regulations.
Are you licensed with the State?
Yes. We are licensed Level II Wildlife Control Operators with NH Fish and Game.
Do you work with state wildlife agencies?
Yes, under state regulations, and we coordinate when required.
How do I find a trusted wildlife removal company? Start with NH Level II licensing, reputation, legal awareness and clear communication
Do you remove bats?
Yes, exclusion-only and seasonally.
Raccoon, skunk, beaver, otter, mink, weasels, muskrat, cottontails, fox, coyote, bobcat, squirrel, groundhog, opossum, bats, and select birds and geese (species-specific; federal approval often required).
Do you handle birds?
Yes, some species, under federal and state rules.
What happens during an inspection?
We identify entry points, damage, animal sign, risks, and prevention needs.
Will animals come back?
Exclusion and corrections reduce repeat problems; new damage or new animals can create fresh entry risks.
Do you give estimates?
Yes, after inspection.
How do I prevent future problems?
Seal entry points, manage attractants, and address habitat issues.
Do you offer long-term solutions?
Yes. Prevention is the core of professional wildlife control.
Who benefits most from preventive wildlife control?
Safety and official guidance
Keep people and pets away from wildlife and active equipment. Do not disturb droppings or enter contaminated confined spaces. Possible bites, scratches, or bat exposure need prompt medical or veterinary advice; do not release a bat when exposure may have occurred.
Guidance reviewed October 10, 2026. Site conditions and species-specific requirements determine the work.