Question 1

What if animals have young in the structure?

Accepted Answer

Spring and early summer often involve mothers with babies in attics, soffits, or walls. We delay full exclusion until the young are mobile (typically 6-8 weeks for raccoons, 8-10 weeks for squirrels). Premature exclusion separates mothers from babies, leading to noise, smell, and ongoing damage. Humane wildlife removal requires species-specific timing knowledge.

Question 2

Is wildlife damage covered by homeowner's insurance?

Accepted Answer

Coverage varies by policy. Most policies exclude damage from rodents, raccoons, and squirrels as 'animal damage' but cover sudden incidents (e.g., a raccoon falls through a ceiling). Damage from one-time wildlife intrusions is sometimes covered; ongoing infestation damage is typically not. Always document damage with photos and professional reports before filing claims.

Question 3

Can snakes be excluded from homes?

Accepted Answer

Snake exclusion is challenging because snakes use gaps as small as 1/4 inch. Common entry points: garage door bottom seals, basement window wells, gaps in foundation, plumbing penetrations. Properties with sustained snake pressure benefit from professional exclusion combined with habitat modification (removing brush piles, wood stacks, and rock walls near the structure). Texas has 16 species of venomous snakes — identification matters before any handling.

Question 4

Are skunks a problem in suburban areas?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Skunks adapt well to suburban environments and den under decks, porches, sheds, and crawlspaces. They eat insects, grubs, and small rodents — generally beneficial — but their defensive spray creates obvious problems. Den exclusion using one-way doors after confirming no young are present is the standard approach. Spring is the highest-risk period for skunk encounters.

Question 5

Why are there more wildlife encounters in newer subdivisions?

Accepted Answer

New construction displaces wildlife from their established territory. Raccoons, opossums, coyotes, and deer adapt to the new landscape but seek shelter and food in nearby structures. New subdivisions on the suburban-rural edge see substantial wildlife pressure for the first 5-10 years after construction. Building codes and HOA rules vary on how this can be addressed.

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