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Central Florida Snake Removal
April 24, 2023Uncategorized
Central Florida Snake Removal

Central Florida Snake Removal  Orlando (and Central Florida in general) is home to a variety of snakes, both venomous and non-venomous. While some people may be afraid of these reptiles, it is…

How to Remove Bats from Your Attic in Florida: A Step-by-Step Guide
March 6, 2023Uncategorized
How to Remove Bats from Your Attic in Florida: A Step-by-Step Guide

Reviewed by Steve DeMoor (“Dr. Critter”), Florida wildlife control professional since 1996. If you can hear scratching above your bedroom ceiling at dusk, see small dark stains around a soffit,…

What is causing the scratching in my attic?
February 20, 2023Uncategorized
What is causing the scratching in my attic?

What Animal Is Scratching In My Attic?  If you hear scratching noises in your attic, it's possible that an animal has taken up residence there. Here in Central Florida, the common animals that…

Dead Animals - When to Call a Critter Control or Wildlife Services Company
February 13, 2023Animal Removal
Dead Animals - When to Call a Critter Control or Wildlife Services Company

What to Do About a Dead Animal in Your Attic: A Guide for Orlando Residents That smell in the ceiling, a cluster of flies in one corner of a room, a sweet-then-sour odor that builds for a week and…

Snake Deterrents - Fact or Fiction?
February 6, 2023Uncategorized
Snake Deterrents - Fact or Fiction?

The Effectiveness of Snake Deterrents: Separating Fact from Fiction Snakes can be a scary and dangerous presence in your yard or home, and many people turn to snake deterrents as a way to keep them…