Wildlife exclusion in Ocoee, FL
A lot of Ocoee homes are now 20 to 30 years old, and that’s about when soffits sag and vents get brittle. Wildlife exclusion closes those weak spots before an animal moves in, or right after we get one out.
- Built to keep animals out
- Chew-resistant materials
- Every opening photographed
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Quick answer. Critter Guys offers wildlife exclusion in Ocoee, FL, for homes, townhome buildings and commercial properties. After an inspection of the roofline, soffits, vents and ground level, we make sure no animals are inside, then seal and reinforce every entry point with chew-resistant materials. It’s the prevention step that keeps raccoons, squirrels, rats and bats from coming back. Call or text (321) 203-6963.
Prevention is cheaper than removal
Our standing advice is simple: full prevention first. It costs less to seal a house before an animal moves in than to remove a family of raccoons, repair what they tore up and clean an attic full of droppings. The best time for an inspection is when you first hear something or spot a gap, not months later.
Wildlife exclusion is that prevention. We find every way into the house, close each one with material animals can’t chew or pull apart, and reinforce the spots they tend to attack. If an animal is already inside, it comes out first through a one-way door or a live trap, and only then do we seal the final opening.
What Ocoee wildlife exclusion closes, and with what
Each entry point needs the right material. Here’s how we handle the most common ones on Ocoee houses.
| Entry point | How we seal it |
|---|---|
| Roof returns and roofline corners | Galvanized mesh and metal flashing, fastened tight |
| Loose or sagging soffit panels | Re-secured and backed with chew-resistant screen |
| Gable and ridge vents | Heavy-gauge vent guards that still let air flow |
| AC line sets and pipe penetrations | Rodent-proof sealant and mesh packing |
| Barrel tile eave gaps | Bird stop or mesh closures at the first row |
On the job
Ocoee’s housing and the gaps it develops
Ocoee grew fast after the 1990s, so a big share of homes are stucco over block with tile or shingle roofs, screened pool cages and soffit vents. That construction holds up well, but two or three decades of sun, rain and storm season loosen exactly the parts animals target. After a hurricane or a strong summer storm, lifted shingles, bent vents and torn soffit screens add new openings overnight.
Location adds pressure. Homes near Starke Lake, Lake Olympia, Prairie Lake, the neighborhood retention ponds and the West Orange Trail sit right beside the trees and water raccoons, squirrels and rats use every night. Exclusion is the follow-through on any wildlife removal job in Ocoee, and it’s also a smart first step on a house that hasn’t had a problem yet.
What we see in Ocoee
- Stucco and block construction
- Lots of homes from the 1990s and 2000s
- Lakes and ponds throughout town
- Pool cages on many homes
The order we work in
Sealing a house with an animal inside makes things worse, so every job follows this sequence.
Full inspection
We check the whole roofline, soffits, vents, penetrations and foundation, and mark both active and potential entries.
Animals out first
Any animals inside are removed humanely. Squirrels and bats leave through one-way devices, and raccoons are trapped with kits kept alongside the mother.
Seal and reinforce
Every opening is closed with chew-resistant material and vulnerable areas are reinforced, following the same standards as our exclusion work across Orlando.
Repair and clean
Damaged trim, soffits and vents are repaired, and any droppings or nesting are removed so the scent doesn’t draw the next animal.
Ocoee homes that stayed critter-free
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141 reviews on Google
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I’d choose 10 stars if it were an option. Mike at Critter Guys did such a great job for us. We made only 1 phone call to get rid of the mice (and a few rats). Mike took over from there. He stayed on top of the problem, kept checking in with us by phone and even came out almost every other day to double check that the problem was solved. He climbed into every nook and cranny in our attic space multiple times, in the worst heat, ever making sure that everything was sealed up tight. I happily say that we are now critter free. Mike’s fantastic and he won’t let you down. Thank you again Mike.
Russell SmalleyGoogle review
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Nelson from CritterGuys provided great service today! He was professional, and explained everything very well and helped us and the neighbor with a rat problem on the patio. He also inspected the attic, roof and exterior of the house, sealed a space on the roof, and added bait station boxes. Great service! Highly recommended!
Aura NicolaeGoogle review
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Dion is doing a great job responding to our needs and flexible to our schedule since there is not always access to the house. He explains what we need, points out trouble spots and fixes some of them when possible. Thanks Dion! …
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Sealing townhome buildings and commercial sites
Exclusion on a single unit in a townhome row only goes so far, because animals travel along shared rooflines. For HOAs and property managers in Ocoee, we look at entire buildings and seal them as a whole. Warehouses and commercial buildings get the same treatment, with extra attention to roof penetrations, dock doors and wall gaps.
- Whole-building inspections
- Shared rooflines sealed together
- Dock doors and roof penetrations
- Clear findings for managers and boards
Check the roof after every big storm
Florida storms open gaps that weren’t there last month. An inspection after a hurricane or a rough summer storm is the easiest way to catch them before an animal does.
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Wildlife Exclusion in Ocoee: quick answers
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How much does wildlife exclusion cost for an Ocoee home?
The price depends on the size and roof style of the house, how many openings it has, and whether trim or vents need repair. We count and photograph the openings during the inspection, then quote the job.
What materials do you use for exclusion?
We use materials animals can’t easily chew or tear, like galvanized mesh, metal flashing, heavy-gauge vent guards and exterior-rated sealants. Expanding foam and window screen alone don’t hold up against squirrels or rats.
My Ocoee house has no animals yet. Is sealing it worth doing now?
It’s the smartest time to do it. Prevention is always our first recommendation, because sealing before an animal moves in avoids removal, repair and cleanup costs later.
Will exclusion block my attic ventilation?
No. Vent guards and screens are designed to keep animals out while letting air move through the attic the way it’s supposed to.
Can you exclude bats in Ocoee any time of year?
Bat exclusions can’t be done during maternity season, April 15 through August 14. Exclusion for raccoons, squirrels and rats can happen any time of year.
Does exclusion help with snakes around Ocoee homes?
Sealing gaps under doors, around pipes and along the slab makes it harder for snakes to get into garages and homes. Controlling rodents through rat removal in Ocoee also takes away the food that attracts them.
Get your Ocoee home sealed up
Call or text (321) 203-6963 and we’ll inspect the roofline and every gap.