Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control

10/12/2026

This Thanksgiving Monday, we’re grateful for the communities that trust us, the hardworking teams behind every Skedaddle service and the opportunity to help people and wildlife coexist 🍂

To everyone celebrating, we hope you have a safe and restful long weekend!

10/11/2026

A little fall maintenance can help prevent a wildlife problem this winter 🍂🏡

As temperatures drop, mice, squirrels, raccoons and other animals begin looking for food and protected places to shelter.

Now is a good time to:
• Remove food sources from the yard
• Check sheds and garages for gaps
• Look for damage along the roofline
• Inspect the foundation and exterior vents
• Check beneath decks and porches

If you find a possible entry point, make sure nothing is living inside before closing it.

Inspect first. Seal only when the space is clear.

Swipe through our fall checklist, save it for your next yard cleanup and share it with another homeowner! 🦝🐾

10/10/2026

A mouse problem in the attic can start all the way down at the foundation. 🐭

During this Minneapolis inspection, Sarah discovered hidden gaps around the home’s cinder block foundation. These openings can give mice access to exterior walls, where they climb insulation and travel into the attic to build nests.

Our team addresses the source by trenching along the foundation, installing heavy-gauge steel screening and sealing vulnerable gaps to create a durable barrier.

Traps may remove individual mice, but exclusion helps stop them from getting back inside. Visit https://www.skedaddlewildlife.com/location/minneapolis/mouse-removal/ to schedule a home assessment.

10/09/2026

Dealing with mice that seem to keep coming back? Removing the mice inside is only part of the solution. 🐭 Small gaps around a home can give new mice a way in. Learn why finding and securing those entry points is so important for long-term protection.https://loom.ly/vQrsQOo

Mice can enter Windsor homes through tiny gaps owners often miss. See how professional removal and prevention can help keep them out for good.

10/08/2026

Hearing squirrels in your attic this fall? Before removal begins, it’s important to determine exactly what’s happening inside — including whether young squirrels are present.

Here’s why a thorough check is an important first step in humane squirrel removal. 🐿️ https://loom.ly/_Dkc5tM

Hearing squirrels in your Birmingham attic this fall? Learn why October removal starts with a check for young, and how humane exclusion keeps them out.

10/08/2026

The spookiest sound this fall might not be part of your Halloween decorations 👻🐭

As temperatures drop, mice, bats, squirrels, raccoons and other wildlife begin looking for warm, protected places to shelter. Small openings around rooflines, vents, foundations and siding can give them a way into your home.

Marcus Mueller, owner of Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control in Milwaukee and Madison, recently joined a local audio news segment to explain what Wisconsin homeowners can do to help keep unexpected visitors outside this fall.

Listen to the full segment here:

As we look to the month of October, Halloween and everything that comes with it, it can be a rather spooky time of year, but it doesn't have to be spooky inside your house. Marcus Mueller joins us. He's the owner at Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control. He says that this time of year is one where we se...

10/07/2026

Two bats have tested positive for rabies in Hamilton, making it especially important for homeowners to know what to do if they find a bat in their home. Learn what these confirmed cases mean, how to respond safely and when to call a professional. https://loom.ly/X_CJjjM

Hamilton confirmed two rabid bats in 2026. Know what possible exposure means, when to contact Public Health, and how to protect your home.

10/06/2026

The best winter shelter for wildlife isn’t inside your home 🍂🏡

As temperatures drop, animals begin searching for warm, protected spaces. An unsecured roof vent can provide direct access to an attic, where wildlife may damage insulation, wiring and the surrounding structure.

Our technicians install durable screening that helps keep wildlife out while allowing the vent to continue doing its job.

A little prevention helps protect your home and encourages wildlife to find a safer shelter in nature. Contact Skedaddle to prepare your home for the colder months.

10/05/2026

Cooler temperatures are arriving, and mouse season is heating up 🐭🍂

As the weather changes, mice begin searching for warm, protected places to shelter. Small gaps around foundations, siding, utility lines and garage doors can provide the access they need to get inside.

Traps may remove individual mice, but they don’t close the openings allowing more to enter. Skedaddle identifies those hidden entry points, removes the mice humanely and protects vulnerable areas against future activity.

Hearing scratching in the walls or finding droppings? Contact Skedaddle before a small mouse problem has time to grow.

10/04/2026

Don’t let those little faces fool you. These young squirrels can cause more damage than homeowners might expect! 🐿️

Squirrels remain active throughout the fall and winter, searching for food and protected places to shelter. If they find access to an attic, they may chew wood, insulation and wiring or enlarge existing gaps to make moving in easier.

Because they won’t simply disappear when winter arrives, it’s important to address squirrel activity early. Contact Skedaddle for a humane removal and prevention plan.

09/25/2026

When raccoons move into an attic, your insulation can quickly take the hit. These strong, curious animals may crush, tear, or contaminate insulation while creating a den, leaving behind droppings, urine, and nesting debris in the process. The damage can affect more than just the appearance of your attic. Discover how raccoon activity can impact your insulation and why professional removal, cleanup, and prevention matter for your Hamilton home.

Raccoons can flatten, tear, and contaminate attic insulation. See how this damage affects Hamilton homes and why professional cleanup matters.

09/18/2026

Your chimney might look inaccessible, but to a determined squirrel, it can be another potential way into your home. A properly installed chimney cap can help prevent squirrels and other wildlife from entering, but it is only one part of protecting your roofline. Learn why squirrels investigate chimneys, what makes some homes vulnerable, and how professional wildlife prevention can help keep your Hamilton home secure.

Do chimney caps keep squirrels out? See how the right cap protects Hamilton homes from chimney entry, nesting, damage, and repeat wildlife activity.

08/22/2026

☀️Summer construction can bring more than road closures.

As green spaces change, raccoons, skunks, and rats often search for new shelter in nearby neighbourhoods. Older homes can offer easy entry points, making it easier for wildlife to move in. Knowing what attracts them can help you protect your home before a small issue becomes a bigger one.

Our blog explains why Hamilton homes see more raccoons, skunks, and rats during summer construction season. DM us at Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control in Hamilton to find out how we can help prevent wildlife problems before they start.🐾

Summer construction can push raccoons, skunks, and rats toward Hamilton homes. Find out why activity increases and how to help keep wildlife out.

07/29/2026

What happens when baby raccoons or squirrels are found inside a home? At Skedaddle, we use our innovative Baby Box System to safely reunite wildlife mothers with their young while protecting your property. Discover how humane wildlife control helps keep families together during baby season in Hamilton.

Learn how Skedaddle's Baby Box System safely reunites wildlife mothers and babies while protecting Hamilton homes through humane wildlife removal.

05/23/2026

You might think helping a raccoon in distress is the right move, but it can quickly turn into a dangerous situation ⚠️ What looks calm or harmless can actually be a sign of illness, stress, or unpredictable behaviour.

Getting too close puts you at risk of bites, scratches, and serious diseases like rabies 🦝 These situations are not always obvious, which is why keeping your distance is the safest choice.

Our team at Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control handles these situations safely and professionally 🛠️ We focus on removal, prevention, and long-term protection so your home stays secure.

Do not approach a raccoon in distress. Protect your safety and avoid serious risks with professional removal and prevention solutions.

04/30/2026

Seeing the same skunk in your yard every year? 🦨

It’s probably not a coincidence.

Skunks remember places that provide easy food and safe shelter. If your yard has grub-rich lawns, fallen fruit, open garbage, or quiet spaces under a deck or shed, it can quickly become a regular stop for them.

Once a skunk finds a reliable den site, it may return during breeding season or when colder weather arrives. In suburban areas like Hamilton, yards often provide everything they need: food, shelter, and protection from predators.

In this blog, we explain why skunks return to the same yard year after year, what signs to watch for, and why professional wildlife removal is the safest way to stop the cycle.

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Skunks often return to yards with easy food and shelter. Discover why Hamilton properties attract them and how to stop repeat visits.

04/01/2026

🦝🏡 Wondering how a raccoon managed to get into your supposedly secure attic or chimney? It can be surprising how resourceful these animals are, especially in the spring.

A spring raccoon intrusion often happens because mother raccoons are looking for a safe place to raise their young. Understanding how raccoons get into houses is the first step to preventing costly damage and a stressful situation. They can exploit small, overlooked vulnerabilities in your home's exterior.

Our new blog post details the most common raccoon entry points and how to identify them.

Protect your property by learning their methods. Read the full article on our website! 👉

Is your home secure from raccoons? Learn how they get into houses during spring, and humane ways to secure your home against these clever intruders.