Homeowners who hear animals scurrying inside their homes are often suspicious of a wildlife presence – We are here to confirm that suspicion and tell you why you should be vigilant. Wildlife can cause a great amount of damage in your home if they are not detected and removed on time. Many homeowners who hear noises at night might also discover critter droppings or chewed objects around the house. Although most of the damage caused by wildlife inside a house or attic goes unseen, rodents like squirrels, mice, and rats will chew and nibble on almost anything they come across. These often include electrical wires, pipes, insulation, paper, support beams, etc. which can cause fire hazards, leaks, structural collapse, as well as electrical outages and much more. Some wildlife such as raccoons, bats, opossums, rats, and other birds can spread several diseases that are fatal to humans and pets. Some of these diseases include Histoplasmosis, Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome, Salmonella, or Leptospirosis, just to name a few. Not only can wildlife be a threat to your health and your home, but they are also a major nuisance. They often chew through walls to gain entry into your home, causing other animals to soon follow. When undetected and not treated, one animal can soon grow into a colony which raises a new set of challenges. Raccoons and opossums specifically in an attic are notorious for chewing through duct work. They can leave huge amounts of droppings and urine which are very toxic and smells very unpleasant. The same goes for bats, who normally travel in large numbers. They can leave a large amount of excrement behind and are very difficult to get rid of. Aside from the nuisance and hassle wildlife can cause, the ones that live in your home often die inside your house, causing horrible smells that are harmful to breathe in.