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Wildlife & Rodent Control in The Woodlands, TX
Finding a rat, mouse or another wild animal on your property can be unnerving. Because of their size, these creatures can create bigger headaches than insect pests and can even be intimidating. When looking for effective solutions to wildlife and rodent control in The Woodlands, homeowners turn to ABC Home & Commercial Services. Our pros can take care of any type of unwanted animals and implement measures to keep them from returning.
Effective Pest Control Solutions
ABC is happy to help homeowners with any type of rodent or wild animal that has taken up residence on their property. Our specialists are highly trained on the habits and behaviors of these creatures and will be able to locate where these pests are nesting and breeding. Then, we will come up with a comprehensive plan to trap and remove all of these uninvited guests.
Although we can help with any nuisance creature on your property, we most commonly get calls regarding:
- rats,
- mice,
- bats,
- raccoons,
- opossums,
- squirrels,
- skunks and
- birds.
Our management plans begin with determining where these creatures are living on your property, and then setting traps to remove them. Once we have confirmed that all of the creatures are out of your attic, crawl spaces, garage, sheds and living spaces, we will seal off entry points future pests could use to gain access to your property. We will also set up barriers in areas that can’t be sealed off, such as vents and chimneys.
Customers who sign up for our rodent exclusion services benefit from having regular inspections of your property performed by our experienced technicians to ensure that all potential pest entry points are sealed off and that there are no signs of recent pest activity.
The ABC Process
1. Contact ABC
When you contact us, we will schedule an inspection to get an understanding of the problem. In some cases, we can give you a quote over the phone.
2. Get An Estimate
If you have an inspection, we will send you a custom treatment plan and estimate afterward. Once we get your approval, we will schedule your treatment.
3. Treatment
We will come to your property and treat for pests in common hiding and nesting areas. Over time, you will start seeing less and less pest activity.
4. Prevention
Customers with our ongoing pest management services will receive periodic retreatments to prevent the return of the most common pests in our area.
ABC begins every plan for wildlife and rodent control in The Woodlands with a complimentary inspection. During this in-person evaluation, an ABC pest control specialist will learn more about your problem and conduct an assessment of your property. After gathering all of the needed information, we will present you with a customized estimate for our rodent control services. Once you approve our estimate, we will schedule your first service call.
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We offer a full range of pest control services.
Homeowners know they can trust ABC for wildlife and rodent control in The Woodlands for a number of reasons. For one, we have been providing pest control services for over 70 years and have earned a reputation for using the most effective techniques to locate and target pests. Furthermore, our customers feel comfortable whenever an ABC specialist arrives at their home, as we have a thorough hiring process in place which includes a drug test and a criminal background check. Before conducting service calls, all of our professionals go through an in-house training program to learn about our pest control protocols and our high standards for customer service.
One of our values is that we treat our customers’ homes as if they were our own, which means that our specialists will do everything they can to remove all of these uninvited guests from your property as quickly as possible. When you contact ABC for any service, you can feel confident that our specialists will leave your home in a better condition than how they found it. We will do everything we can to get your life back to normal, so you can spend more time with your family doing things you actually enjoy, such as paddle boarding at Town Green Park.
Frequently Asked Questions
How soon can you come out?
At ABC, we understand that having rodents or wildlife living on your property can be overwhelming. This is why we do everything we can to get your initial inspection scheduled as quickly as possible so we can begin treatment. Get in contact with us and we will send an expert to your home at your earliest convenience.
What does your rodent exclusion warranty cover?
Customers who sign up for ABC’s Rodent Exclusion service can have peace of mind knowing that our professionals will regularly come to check traps. If a rat or mouse problem develops between these service calls, contact us. We will return to your property at no additional cost.
Unfortunately, some properties are more vulnerable to rodent infestations than others. For example, gaps between Spanish tiles make it easier for rodents to make their way into a home. Likewise, pier and beam structures are more susceptible to rodent activity because they have large crawl spaces that cannot be completely sealed off. Because we cannot guarantee results in these cases, our traditional warranty does not extend to these types of properties. When we have our initial discussion with you about your rodent problem, we will go over the best management plan to meet your needs, given your property’s unique factors and your particular rodent or wildlife problem.
How can I prevent a rodent or another type of wildlife from making my property its home?
It’s much easier to prevent a rodent or wildlife problem than it is to control an established population. Homeowners can take the following steps to help prevent future rodent problems:
- Seal gaps, holes and cracks along your home’s exterior. While it’s unlikely you have gaps big enough for raccoons to squeeze into your home, mice are capable of squeezing through holes the size of a nickel and rats can find their way through gaps the size of a half dollar.
- Remove potential food sources. Make sure all pet food and birdseed containers are tightly sealed and that your trash cans are closed securely. Inside your home, promptly clean up spills, keep food in containers with lids and put your dishes in the dishwasher shortly after use.
- Make your yard less appealing to other forms of pests. Keep your outdoor spaces neat and tidy with regular mowing, pruning and trimming, so there are fewer places for these animals to nest. Move woodpiles away from the exterior of your home and remove any other potential nesting sites, like old tires.
These efforts can be very helpful in preventing an infestation. By taking these steps, you’ll save yourself time in the long run, so you’ll be able to spend your evenings and weekends relaxing with your family, playing a round at The Woodlands Country Club, having a picnic at Northshore Park or doing all the things that make our area such a great place to live.
How would I know these larger pests were in or around my house?
There are several signs you can look out for that would indicate that a rodent or another large pest is on your property. Common signs of rodents include:
- Droppings, which can vary in size from a grain of rice to being about the same size as pet feces.
- Nesting sites or burrows, which can be in the dirt surrounding your home or in your attic or garage.
- Gnaw marks on wood, wires and other household items.
- Strange noises coming from your attic, chimney, walls or from underneath your deck or patio.
- Overturned trash cans or damage to pet food or birdseed containers.
Are the products which you use kid- and pet-friendly?
ABC is a family-run business, and every product we select is done so with the well-being of our customers in mind. We only consider products that are formulated for residential use, and we only select treatment solutions that we would feel comfortable using on our own properties. ABC values honesty and transparency, so your specialist would be happy to answer any additional questions you may have regarding the products we use.
Do you service commercial facilities?
Yes! ABC is fully equipped to provide businesses with rodent control and ongoing management. We understand that commercial facilities have different requirements than residences, which is why we have technicians that are specially trained to service your business or facility.
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Additional Pest Control Service Areas in Greater Houston
ABC serves many surrounding communities, including, but not limited to:
What Our Customers Are Saying
Taylor Litchenberg
“Had ABC landscaping come out and re-do my backyard and install French drains… my backyard was total mess and whenever it would rain turned into a lake! Eric @ ABC sent his crew out and they did a great job! Marco was the team lead and went over and above by coming back and planting some plants and clearing out some extra junk! Would happily recommend to anyone! Thank you Eric and Marco!”
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“Juan’s team incl Rio did a great job. Arrived exactly on time, did all the tasks promptly, efficiently , neatly and cleaned up like they were not even here. Mr Rio asked me to walk the yard with him to show him any area I was not pleased with so he could take care of it. That’s rare for yard crews . It doesn’t happen by other companies. He appeared to be dedicated to get it right to please me. That’s impressive. Raleigh Jenkins must train his employees in customer conduct cause everyone I speak with is polite and volunteers to do what ever needs to be done to satisfy me.i called today a few minutes before their closing time and spoke to Andrea for help in setting up My account. She volunteered to stay on the line until I got the account set up even though it meant she had to stay late about 10 minutes. She was not upset and not in a rush to take care of my issue. Most young people today can’t wait to fly out the door at quitting time. It was refreshing to speak with one that took time to help me and do So in a patient manner. Thank you Juan, Rio, Andrea and Mr Jenkins .”
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