Wildlife Exclusion & Animal-Proofing in Gainesville, FL

Removing an animal solves today’s problem. Exclusion solves the next one. If the gap a squirrel, rat, bat or raccoon used stays open, another one will find it. Premier finds and seals the entry points on your home so animals stay out.

Schedule an exclusion inspection: (352) 577-8229, 24/7.

What Is Wildlife Exclusion?

Exclusion means sealing the openings animals use to get into a building. Trapping removes the animals that are already inside. Exclusion keeps new ones from getting in. The two usually go together. Sometimes a one-way door lets animals leave before the last opening is sealed.

Common Florida Entry Points

Soffits & roof returns

Gaps where the roof meets the soffit (roof returns) and loose or damaged soffit panels are among the most common ways in for squirrels, rats and raccoons.

Gable and roof vents

Vents with damaged or missing screens give bats, squirrels and birds direct attic access.

AC chases & plumbing penetrations

Gaps around refrigerant lines, AC chases and pipes are a favorite rat entry point.

Crawlspace vents & foundations

Open or broken crawlspace vents and gaps along foundations let in opossums, armadillos, rats and snakes.

Materials We Use

We use galvanized and/or painted steel for all exclusion work.

Warranty

Lifetime warranty available on rodent exclusion services when you get a full exclusion and sign up for recurring pest control service. Wildlife work typically comes with a 30-90 day warranty, depending on the type of work, and an optional one-year or lifetime warranty is available. Ask us which warranty fits your job.

Exclusion by Species

• Rats: seal small gaps at roof returns, AC chases and plumbing. → Rat removal
• Squirrels: seal soffits, roof returns and vents. → Squirrel removal
• Bats: exclusion with one-way devices, never during maternity season (April 15 to August 14). → Bat removal
• Raccoons: repair torn soffits, vents and roof areas. → Raccoon removal

After exclusion, we can clean and repair the attic.

FAQ

What is exclusion vs. trapping?

Trapping removes the animals inside. Exclusion seals the openings so new ones can’t get in. Most jobs need both.

How long does it last?

Steel exclusion is built to keep animals out for the long term. See the warranty details above.

Is there a warranty?

Yes. Wildlife work typically comes with a 30-90 day warranty, depending on the type of work, and an optional one-year or lifetime warranty is available. For rodent exclusion, lifetime warranty available when you get a full exclusion and sign up for recurring pest control service.

Can you exclude during bat maternity season?

No. Bat exclusion isn’t allowed in Florida from April 15 to August 14, while young bats can’t fly yet. We can inspect and plan during that window and exclude once it ends.

Do you repair the damage too?

Yes. We repair entry points as part of exclusion and offer attic cleanup and restoration.

Schedule an exclusion inspection: (352) 577-8229, 24/7.