Animal removal in West Melbourne, FL
Critter Guys handles animal removal in West Melbourne, including the new neighborhoods going up west of I-95 where homes now meet ground that was open land a few years ago.
- Humane removal under FWC rules
- Homes, HOAs and businesses
- Over 25 years of experience
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Quick answer. Critter Guys offers animal removal in West Melbourne, FL, for rats, mice, raccoons, squirrels, opossums, armadillos, snakes, moles and rabbits. We inspect the house and yard, remove animals with humane traps or one-way doors following FWC rules, then seal the gaps so they stay out. We work for homeowners, HOAs and businesses, and we’re licensed and insured. Call or text (321) 203-6963.
A new house can still need animal removal
People are often surprised when we find roof rats in a home that’s two years old. New construction is tight in a lot of ways, but it’s built fast, and small gaps get left behind: an unsealed hole where the AC line goes through the wall, a garage door seal that doesn’t quite meet the slab, a soffit panel that was never fastened all the way. Rodents and snakes don’t need much.
The bigger factor is location. West Melbourne has grown faster than any other city in Brevard County since 2000, and a lot of that growth has landed west of I-95 along US 192 and out toward Ellis Road and the St. Johns Heritage Parkway. Not long ago much of that was farmland and open ground. The animals that lived there didn’t leave; they just have new neighbors.
What changes when a field becomes a subdivision
Armadillos find irrigated sod full of grubs. Snakes follow rodents into garages and pool cages. Rabbits and moles move into fresh landscaping. Retention ponds bring raccoons and opossums right up to back fences.
Gaps we find on newer West Melbourne homes
On new and nearly new houses, these are the spots we check first.
- AC line and plumbing penetrations left unsealed or only foamed
- Garage door bottom seals with a gap at the corners
- Soffit panels that pop loose in the first strong storm
- Roof to wall joints where the stucco stops short
- Dryer vents without a proper flap or cover
- Pool cage screens torn at ground level
West Melbourne’s mix of established streets and open land
West Melbourne sits on the mainland just west of Melbourne, with I-95 running through the middle and US 192 carrying most of the traffic and business. East of the interstate you’ll find older, settled neighborhoods off Wickham Road and Minton Road with mature trees and block homes. West of it, the newer communities are still filling in, many of them built around stormwater ponds and bordered by undeveloped land that runs out toward the St. Johns River.
That split matters for what we catch. Established streets with big oaks and palms see more squirrels and roof rats on the roof line. The new edges of the city see more ground animals: armadillos, snakes, opossums and rabbits. We cover both sides, along with neighbors like Melbourne and Palm Bay.
Around West Melbourne
- Brevard’s fastest growing city since 2000
- I-95 and US 192 crossroads
- New neighborhoods west of I-95
- Stormwater ponds in many subdivisions
What we handle around West Melbourne
Raccoon Removal
Raccoons coming up from retention ponds to dig through trash or climb into soffits, trapped humanely and kept out.
Squirrel Removal
Squirrels in the older oak-lined streets east of I-95, sent out through one-way doors and the holes closed.
Bat Removal
Bats under tile or behind fascia on established homes, excluded only outside the April to August maternity season.
Rat Removal
Roof rats and mice slipping into newer homes through construction gaps, trapped inside with bait boxes outside.
Wildlife Exclusion
Closing AC line holes, garage corners and loose soffits on new builds before animals find them.
Attic Cleanup & Remediation
Removing droppings and contaminated insulation, then disinfecting the attic or garage areas rodents used.
East of I-95 vs west of I-95
Here’s how animal pressure tends to differ across town.
| Older streets east of I-95 | Newer communities west of I-95 |
|---|---|
| Mature oaks and palms near roofs | Young landscaping, open sight lines |
| Squirrels and roof rats in attics | Snakes and armadillos in yards |
| Worn soffits and gable vents | Construction gaps and loose panels |
| Attic exclusion and cleanup | Ground level sealing and trapping |
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Signs you need animal removal in West Melbourne
Some of these are obvious. Others get brushed off for weeks.
A snake in the garage
Usually it followed a mouse or lizard in under the door. Don’t try to grab it; most are harmless, but identifying one by sight is risky.
Raised tunnels in new sod
Soft ridges running across the lawn are mole tunnels. Moles go after the insects and grubs that thrive in freshly laid sod.
Droppings in the garage or pantry
Small dark pellets along walls mean rats or mice. Roof rat droppings are larger, with pointed ends.
Holes next to the slab or patio
A burrow opening against the foundation or a pool deck is often an armadillo. Left alone, it can undermine the concrete.
Scratching in the ceiling at dusk
Rats get active right around sunset. If you hear it in the same spot every evening, something has a route inside.
On the job
Seal it while the house is new
The best time to exclude wildlife is before anything moves in. An inspection on a new home takes care of small gaps early, which costs far less than rat removal and attic cleanup down the road. Our Orlando wildlife removal crews handle the same new-build work across Central Florida.
Nearby cities around West Melbourne
We also serve these communities a short drive from West Melbourne.
Animal removal in West Melbourne: common questions
Still wondering about something? Call or text (321) 203-6963.
Why do I have rats in my new West Melbourne home?
Usually because of small construction gaps and nearby open land. Rodents get in through unsealed AC and plumbing lines, loose soffit panels or garage door corners. We trap the ones inside, put bait station boxes outside and seal every opening we find.
Do you work with HOAs and property managers in West Melbourne?
Yes, we handle commercial properties, HOAs and townhome communities as well as single homes. Common areas, retention ponds and clubhouses can all draw animals. We can inspect the whole property and recommend prevention work across the community.
Are snakes common in new West Melbourne neighborhoods?
They tend to show up more on the edges of new development, since those homes border land the snakes already lived on. Most are harmless, but Florida does have six venomous species, so don’t guess. We remove snakes safely, including venomous ones.
What does animal removal cost in West Melbourne?
The cost depends on which animal it is, how many there are and what it takes to seal the house afterward. We don’t quote over the phone without seeing it, but you’ll know the price before we start.
How do I keep armadillos out of my new sod?
Armadillos dig for grubs, so fresh, irrigated sod is a big draw. We trap them humanely and can block burrows along slabs and patios. Reducing grubs and closing gaps under sheds and decks helps keep new ones from settling in.
Will you handle moles and rabbits too?
Yes, moles and rabbits are on our list, along with rodents, raccoons, snakes and the other animals we handle. They’re more common in newer yards with fresh landscaping. We’ll look at the damage and recommend the right approach during the inspection.
Book animal removal in West Melbourne
Call or text (321) 203-6963, or send us the form below. An inspection is the fastest way to find out what’s getting into your West Melbourne home.