Intrepid Wildlife Services provides professional wildlife control and animal removal services in Westchester County, New York. We are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to handle wildlife emergencies and prevention. With years of hands-on experience, our team continuously updates and improves our methods to effectively manage the unpredictable nature of wildlife. Owner Ray Hartley regularly participates in national wildlife control seminars, both as a featured speaker and a dedicated learner. His expertise helps ensure we use the most current and humane techniques to remove, exclude, and prevent wildlife intrusions. If you suspect any type of wildlife issue on your property, contact us right away. We respond quickly to emergencies and offer scheduled assessments for non-urgent situations.
Animals and Service Locations
Our squirrel removal, bat removal, raccoon removal, bird removal, woodchuck removal, mole removal, skunk removal, snake removal, and exclusion services cover all of Westchester, NY. This is including Bedford, Chappaqua, Rye, Harrison, White Plains, New Rochelle, Mamaroneck, Yorktown Heights, Ossining, Katonah, Salem, Hastings on Hudson, Sleepy Hollow, Tarrytown, Peekskill, Scarsdale, Ardsley, Yonkers, Pleasantville, Thornwood, North Castle, Mount Kisco, Briarcliff Manor, Eastchester, Portchester, Armonk, Amawalk, Somers, Greenburgh, and more. To read more about specific jobs in your town, check out our Where We Operate page.
Humane Animal Trapping
At Intrepid Wildlife Services, we specialize in humane live trapping solutions tailored to each situation. The type of live trap used depends on the specific animal, its size, species, and the way it enters the property. We handle wildlife removal in a variety of locations, including lawns, attics, walls, crawlspaces, sheds, porches, and garages. While we utilize many humane trapping methods, they generally fall into three main categories. These include individual live traps, one-way excluders, and one-way multi-catch traps, each designed for safe and effective wildlife control.
Intrepid Wildlife Service Animal Trappers
The Individual Live Trap
The most common. The setup is simple, and the process is even simpler. We use individual traps both inside and outside. Animal-specific bait placed inside the trap at one end lures animals through an open door at the other. Animals enter the trap and trip a pan or a wire. This shuts the door behind them, trapping them. Animals, once trapped, are removed and relocated.
One-Way Excluder
Used exclusively outdoors, this device is attached over a hole or entry point. This allows the animal to exit and not be able to return because of the way it's designed. The animal itself is not caught but allowed to exit and not regain access.
One-Way Multi-Catch
This is similar in design to the one-way excluder. A trap like this is used to capture animals using an entry point or hole. The system again prevents animals from regaining access. The only difference is that they are captured in a trap and can then be relocated. In most instances, more than one animal is captured at once because of the design.
Professional Animal Trapping
Working with a lot of different wild animals, such as raccoons, squirrels, bats, skunks, etc., requires different tools, systems, and methodologies to capture. Wild animals do act similarly to one another, but they can often be unpredictable. Every job must be treated differently. Once all wildlife has been removed, Intrepid Wildlife Services then seals up vulnerabilities, entry points, holes, or potential openings. This prevents future wildlife access to your home.
In addition to removal, we also specialize in damage repair and exclusionary work. We ensure that once the animal(s) are removed, your home is animal-proof. We install 100% stainless steel chimney caps, which prevent bird and squirrel damage. Intrepid Wildlife Services creates custom vent covers. They seal off your attic from intrusive raccoons and bats. We cover it all! The next time you need the assistance of an experienced Westchester wildlife control service, Intrepid Wildlife Services is the only name you’ll need to remember.
Breaking News!
Intrepid Wildlife Services Recently Featured in WABC-TV Segment on Animal Control http://www.prleap.com/pr/227043/intrepid-wildlife-services-featured-in-wabc-tv Intrepid Wildlife Services can also more extensively evaluate your home to determine vulnerable points of entry before unwanted wildlife has the opportunity to enter. We will then seal or modify the habitat to reduce the likelihood of wildlife or small animals moving in. Our animal prevention services, such as our most popular squirrel control and prevention, offer careful exclusion and proofing specifically aimed at reducing the chance of future property damage or problems.
Rattlesnake Sightings in Our Area!
Intrepid Wildlife Services was recently featured in a news segment. In Rockland County, several copperheads and water moccasins, as well as rattlesnakes, have been found here recently. It is illegal for unlicensed handlers to deal with these animals.
What Wildlife Are We Dealing With Now?
With temperatures reaching the 20s, it’s hard to believe that Christmas is right around the corner! Right now is a good time to inspect your house’s exterior for loose boards and rotting wood. Squirrels could use it as an entry point because they will use vulnerabilities to store food reserves for winter. We have begun to receive a lot of calls about noises in the attic, along with people seeing gray squirrels entering their homes.
Our average for squirrel removal inside a home is between three and five. We have, in some cases, removed as many as 20. With that said, people must check for any vulnerabilities before it’s too late. In late fall, squirrels generally spend most of their time gathering and storing food and nesting material in preparation for the winter. One such place they store these items is inside people's attics. This can lead to a variety of issues.
If you think you may have an issue or aren’t sure, Intrepid Wildlife Services offers services to help. From inspecting homes to sealing off fixing areas before unwanted squirrels enter and even trapping them if they’ve already gained access. Don’t hesitate to call.
