Wildlife Control in North GeorgiaHumane Removal & Exclusion
Protect your property with humane Wildlife Control, removal, and exclusion. Contact Global Pest Management for a free North Georgia inspection.
Professional Wildlife Control for North Georgia Homes and Businesses
Wildlife belongs outdoors—but raccoons in the attic, squirrels in the walls, bats near the roofline, or opossums beneath a deck can quickly become a serious property concern. Global Pest Management provides professional wildlife control in North Georgia, helping homeowners and businesses safely address nuisance wildlife, protect their structures, and reduce the chance of repeat entry.
Our trained technicians provide wildlife removal services for raccoons, squirrels, bats, opossums, birds, snakes, skunks, moles, voles, beavers, and other nuisance animals. We use species-appropriate strategies and prioritize humane, non-lethal techniques whenever possible, including one-way exclusion doors, habitat modification, deterrents, and structural exclusion.
If you hear scratching in your attic, see damage around vents or soffits, find droppings, notice unusual odors, or spot wildlife repeatedly around your property, contact Global Pest Management for a free wildlife inspection.
Wildlife ProblemsNeed More Than Removal
Removing an animal is important, but it is only one part of effective wildlife control. If the entry point remains open or the property continues to provide easy access to food, water, and shelter, another animal may return.
A complete wildlife-control plan should address:
- Identification: Determining which animal is active and where it is entering or nesting
- Safe removal: Using the appropriate strategy for the species, location, and presence of young animals
- Exclusion: Sealing accessible entry points after active wildlife has left
- Damage assessment: Identifying compromised insulation, vents, soffits, siding, wiring, ductwork, or stored materials
- Prevention: Reducing food, water, shelter, and landscape conditions that attract wildlife
- Follow-up: Monitoring for signs of recurring activity and addressing newly discovered vulnerabilities
Global Pest Management focuses on removal and long-term prevention. After wildlife is removed, our team identifies and seals likely entry points, which may involve repairs to damaged vents, soffits, or siding and improvements to crawl space ventilation.
Common WildlifeWe Control
North Georgia properties can attract many types of nuisance wildlife. Each species has different habits, preferred hiding places, and removal requirements, which is why professional identification matters.
Wildlife |
Common signs |
Where it may be found |
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Raccoons |
Heavy nighttime thumping, torn soffits, overturned garbage, large droppings |
Attics, chimneys, crawl spaces, decks, garages, sheds |
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Squirrels |
Daytime scratching, chewing damage, movement in attic spaces |
Attics, eaves, rooflines, wall voids, soffits |
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Bats |
Chirping or fluttering near dusk, droppings below an entry area |
Attics, gable vents, roof gaps, chimneys, wall voids |
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Opossums |
Nocturnal activity, disturbed trash, shelter beneath structures |
Crawl spaces, decks, sheds, garages, brushy areas |
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Birds |
Chirping, nesting debris, blocked vents or exterior openings |
Dryer vents, soffits, signs, chimneys, eaves |
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Snakes |
Sightings, shed skins, activity near debris or rodent-prone areas |
Garages, crawl spaces, woodpiles, landscaping, sheds |
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Skunks |
Strong odor, digging, activity beneath decks or sheds |
Crawl spaces, decks, porches, landscape areas |
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Moles and voles |
Raised soil tunnels, damaged lawns, disturbed roots |
Lawns, gardens, planting beds, landscaped areas |
Global Pest Management’s wildlife services cover a wide range of nuisance animal concerns, and our licensed wildlife professionals apply the right approach for the animal and conditions at your property.
Signs You NeedWildlife Control
Wildlife may remain hidden for days or weeks, particularly when animals are using an attic, crawl space, wall void, roofline, or other secluded part of the property. The earlier the issue is addressed, the less opportunity animals have to damage building materials or establish a nesting site.
Call for a professional wildlife inspection if you notice:
- Scratching, scurrying, chirping, fluttering, squeaking, or thumping sounds in the attic, ceiling, walls, or crawl space
- Torn, loose, bent, or chewed soffits, vents, siding, fascia, shingles, screens, or trim
- Droppings, urine stains, nesting debris, or a strong musty or ammonia-like odor
- Damaged or compressed insulation in an attic or crawl space
- Chewed wires, cables, pipes, ductwork, or stored belongings
- Wildlife entering a vent, roofline opening, crawl space, chimney, or garage
- Repeated overturned trash cans, disturbed bird feeders, damaged gardens, or animal tracks
- Dead-animal odors, flies, or insects gathering near a wall, ceiling, vent, or attic opening
- Visible gaps around pipe penetrations, rooflines, crawl space vents, or exterior utility lines
Do not try to seal an opening immediately if you suspect wildlife is still inside. Closing the entry point too soon can trap animals in the structure, potentially leading to additional damage, odor problems, or separated young. Professional technicians can determine the correct removal and exclusion sequence.
Our Wildlife Control Process
Global Pest Management develops a tailored wildlife-control plan based on the species, entry points, activity level, and condition of the property.
Detailed Wildlife Inspection
The process begins with an inspection of accessible interior and exterior areas. We look for evidence of animal activity, potential entry points, nesting locations, damaged components, and conditions that make the property attractive to wildlife.
Inspection areas may include:
- Attics, crawl spaces, garages, sheds, and basements
- Rooflines, soffits, fascia, siding, chimneys, and vents
- Foundations, decks, porches, and outdoor storage areas
- Tree limbs, shrubs, woodpiles, trash areas, and landscape features
- Droppings, tracks, rub marks, nesting materials, and damage patterns
Global Pest Management offers free inspections, allowing property owners to understand the source of the problem before deciding on service.globalpestmanagement+1
Humane Wildlife Removal
Our technicians use safe and practical removal methods based on the animal and situation. Whenever possible, Global Pest Management prioritizes non-lethal and environmentally conscious techniques that encourage animals to leave and prevent reentry.
Depending on the situation, removal may involve:
- One-way doors that allow an animal to exit but prevent it from returning
- Species-appropriate trapping or relocation methods where permitted and necessary
- Deterrents and habitat adjustments
- Removal of accessible nesting material after animals have left
- Careful planning when young animals may be present
Wildlife removal should never be approached as a one-size-fits-all service. For example, excluding squirrels from an attic, managing bats near a roofline, and removing a raccoon from a crawl space each require different timing, equipment, and safety considerations.
Wildlife Exclusion
After the animal has exited or been removed, exclusion work helps prevent repeat entry. This step may involve sealing gaps, reinforcing vulnerable areas, screening openings, and repairing damage caused by wildlife.
Common exclusion targets include:
- Attic and gable vents
- Crawl space vents
- Roofline gaps and soffit openings
- Damaged fascia, siding, and trim
- Chimney openings
- Gaps around utility lines and pipes
- Garage-door edges and damaged weatherstripping
- Foundation openings and access panels
- Deck, porch, and shed openings
Effective exclusion should use durable materials and should be completed only after confirming that active wildlife is no longer inside the structure.
Prevention Recommendations
The final part of wildlife control is reducing the conditions that attract animals to the property. Our technicians can recommend practical maintenance steps based on what they find during the inspection.
How to Prevent Wildlife Problems
No property can eliminate all wildlife activity, but prevention can greatly reduce the chance that animals will choose your home or business for shelter.
Use these wildlife-prevention steps:
- Keep garbage in sturdy containers with tight-fitting or locking lids.
- Avoid leaving pet food, birdseed, grills, food waste, or compost accessible overnight.
- Clean up fallen fruit, spilled seed, and outdoor food sources.
- Repair damaged soffits, vents, screens, siding, fascia, roof edges, and chimney caps.
- Seal openings around pipes, electrical lines, HVAC lines, cable lines, and foundations.
- Install or repair door sweeps, weatherstripping, and garage-door seals.
- Trim branches away from the roof and exterior walls.
- Keep firewood, brush, lumber, storage items, and landscape debris away from the foundation.
- Reduce dense vegetation and ground cover near crawl spaces, decks, and exterior walls.
- Store outdoor belongings in sealed containers rather than loose cardboard boxes.
- Address moisture problems around crawl spaces, foundations, exterior faucets, and downspouts.
- Control rodent activity, which can attract snakes and other predators.
- Schedule a wildlife inspection promptly after hearing attic noises or finding visible damage.
For example, a squirrel may access an attic through a small gap in damaged fascia. If the squirrel is removed but the damaged area remains open and nearby tree branches still reach the roof, other squirrels can use the same route. Removal, repairs, and vegetation management work together to provide longer-lasting protection.
Why Choose Global Pest Management?
Global Pest Management is a second-generation, family-owned pest control company serving North Georgia for more than two decades. We provide residential and commercial wildlife control tailored to the property, species, and severity of the issue.
Customers choose Global Pest Management for:
- Humane, species-appropriate wildlife removal methods
- Licensed wildlife professionals and trained technicians
- Free wildlife inspections
- Wildlife exclusion and entry-point sealing
- Preventive recommendations for lasting protection
- Service for raccoons, squirrels, bats, opossums, birds, snakes, skunks, moles, voles, and more
- Responsive scheduling, including same-day availability when possible
- Local service throughout Buford, Dahlonega, Dawsonville, Suwanee, and surrounding North Georgia communities
Wildlife can cause costly damage when it gains access to an attic, crawl space, roofline, or interior area. Get help before the problem becomes more extensive. Contact Global Pest Management today to schedule your free wildlife inspection and receive a customized plan for safe removal, exclusion, and prevention.
