Wildlife exclusion in Altamonte Springs, FL
Wildlife exclusion in Altamonte Springs, FL is the work that keeps animals from coming back. We find every gap on your roof line and foundation, seal it with materials that hold up, and repair what animals already damaged.
- Prevention is our first advice
- Ground-to-roof inspection
- Chew-proof materials, built to last
Seal up your Altamonte home
Tell us what you are hearing or seeing. We will get back to you, set up a visit and give you a straight answer on what it takes.
- Firm quote before any work starts
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Quick answer. Critter Guys provides wildlife exclusion in Altamonte Springs, FL, sealing the openings raccoons, squirrels, rats and bats use to get into homes and buildings. We inspect the roof line, vents, soffits, chases and foundation, seal or reinforce every entry point, and repair animal damage. Prevention is always our first recommendation. Call or text (321) 203-6963 to book an Altamonte Springs inspection.
Removal alone vs. wildlife exclusion
Taking an animal out of the attic fixes this week. Sealing the house fixes next year.
| Removal only | Removal plus exclusion |
|---|---|
| Animal gone, hole still open | Every entry point closed |
| Scent trail invites the next animal | Scent treated, access blocked |
| Repeat calls each season | One job, done right |
| Damage keeps building | Damaged soffit and vents repaired |
Why Altamonte houses need exclusion work
A lot of Altamonte Springs grew up in the decades after the 1950s, and many of those block and stucco ranch homes are still standing on streets around Lake Orienta and off SR 436. They’re solid houses. But their wood fascia, soffit panels, gable vents and roof flashing have been through decades of rain, heat and hurricane seasons, and small gaps open up where materials meet. Animals test those spots constantly.
Newer construction has its own weak points. Barrel tile roofs leave open ends at the eave that bats and rats love, and condo buildings around Uptown have shared roof lines and utility chases where one gap affects several units. Whatever the age of the building, exclusion means looking at the entire structure, not patching one hole.
Storms open new doors
After a tropical storm or hurricane, lifted shingles, torn soffit screens and bent vent covers give wildlife fresh entry points. Walking the roof line after a big storm, or having us do it, catches those before an animal moves in.
Out in the field
Wildlife pressure on Altamonte Springs roof lines
Altamonte sits between lakes, the Little Wekiva River and the cypress and hardwood wetland at Lake Lotus Park. Raccoons and opossums move along those water edges, squirrels and roof rats travel through the oak canopy, and bats feed over the water at dusk. That steady movement is why a house near Cranes Roost or backing onto a creek can get repeat visitors.
Our crew comes from Fern Park, a few minutes away, and we see the same entry points over and over around here. Our Altamonte Springs wildlife removal page covers the animals themselves, and our Orlando wildlife exclusion page explains how we approach sealing across the metro.
Around Altamonte Springs
- Lake Lotus Park wetlands
- Little Wekiva River corridor
- Mature oaks near rooftops
- Older block homes off SR 436
Altamonte homeowners on exclusion work
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141 reviews on Google
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Josh from the Critter Guys did an excellent job explaining the process for removal of bats. He emphasized the humane aspect by coming back several times to ensure that all the bats were no longer on our property. He then sealed all opening to our soffit and removed the bat trap. Josh went beyond what we expected. When we called to provide updates he always answered and listened to us. I highly recommend this company and a huge shout-out to Josh. Thank you Critter Guys Humane wildlife services for a job well done.
Joe RaspantiGoogle review
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Craig from critter guys was absolutely wonderful!!! He was so kind and most important very honest about what he found and DIDN’T FIND in our attic. He took pictures to show trouble areas that should be addressed to prevent any future problems and didn’t try to sell us on a bunch of stuff that didn’t need to be done by his company. THANK YOU CRAIG FOR BEING A HONEST and REPUTABLE COMPANY!!! ❤️
Linda WilliamsGoogle 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!
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Entry points we seal most often in Altamonte
These are the spots that show up again and again during our inspections in town.
- Roof returns, where two roof lines meet and leave a gap at the fascia
- Gable and soffit vents with thin or torn screening
- AC line and plumbing stack penetrations
- Loose or sagging soffit panels at the corners
- Open ends of barrel tile at the eave
- Gaps under decks, porches and sheds where opossums and armadillos den
Our wildlife exclusion process
Exclusion only works if it’s thorough. Here is how we approach it.
Full inspection
We walk the whole building, ground to roof, and note every gap, including ones animals aren’t using yet.
Make sure nothing is inside
Sealing a house with an animal still in it creates a bigger problem. If something is living there, we remove it first, for example through our Altamonte raccoon removal, or use one-way doors.
Seal and reinforce
Gaps get closed with hardware cloth, metal flashing, vent guards and sealant that animals can’t chew. Damaged soffit and fascia sections are repaired.
Final walk
We check the work and point out anything you can do around the yard, like trimming limbs back from the roof.
Inspect early, spend less
The cheapest exclusion job is the one done before an animal moves in. Once a squirrel chews wiring or a raccoon soils the insulation, the bill grows. Having us check your roof line now is the smart move.
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Altamonte Springs wildlife exclusion questions, answered
Don’t see your question? Call or text (321) 203-6963 and ask a real person.
What does wildlife exclusion cost for an Altamonte Springs home?
It depends on how many entry points the house has, the type and height of the roof, and how much damage needs repair. A small ranch home with a few gaps is a different job than a two-story with tile. Either way, you get a firm quote before we seal a single gap.
Do you seal the house before or after removing the animal?
After, always. Sealing an animal inside means it will chew its way out or die in the attic. We remove or exclude the animal first, then close every opening.
Can exclusion keep bats out of my Altamonte home?
Yes, but timing matters. Bat exclusion can’t happen between April 15 and August 14, Florida’s maternity season. Outside that window, we use one-way devices and then seal the gaps, as described on our bat removal page for Altamonte.
What materials do you use to seal entry points?
We use materials animals can’t chew through, like hardware cloth, metal flashing, vent guards and quality sealants, chosen for each spot. Foam and screening alone don’t hold up to a determined squirrel or rat.
Is wildlife exclusion worth it if I haven’t had animals yet?
Usually, yes. Prevention is always our first recommendation, because sealing a few gaps now costs less than removal, cleanup and repairs later. Homes near Altamonte’s lakes and creeks see steady animal traffic.
Book an exclusion inspection in Altamonte
Call or text (321) 203-6963. We’ll walk your roof line and show you exactly what needs sealing.