The Inspection
The process begins with a thorough inspection of the structure to include: attic, crawlspace, basement, roof line, exterior foundation, living area, and all other problem areas. The purpose of the inspection is to: Identify the species of the problem animal, locate the entry points, create a plan of action, estimate the time needed to make the necessary repairs, estimate the time needed to trap and relocate any remaining animals and to assess the entire situation. All factoring into the final estimate for services. There may be a fee for the initial inspection depending on the situation (location, time, urgency), that will not exceed fifty dollars in any case as long as the structure is in the Atlanta Metro area. You will be told of any such charge during the initial consultation before setting the appointment, and the inspection fee will be waived in full if any further services are purchased.

The Animal Proofing/ Exclusion
the animal proofing work on a house or a commercial building is a very extensive process. It is a matter of inching around the entire building, top to bottom, and sealing any possible holes, gaps, vents, cracks, or any other construction related deficiency that allows animals access to the structure. The most common problem area is the construction gap in the roof line. This is where the decking (sheeting) under the shingles, meets the fascia board (the trim board that your gutter is attached to). In many cases, the builder will leave a gap there for additional ventilation. If you go into your attic during the day and turn out the light, you may be able to see the exterior light shining brightly through the gap. If rats or squirrels have made their way into your attic, this gap will need to be sealed anywhere you have gutters hanging. That will prevent the persistent critters from regaining access by chewing additional holes elsewhere. All vents leading into the house will need to be sealed properly including gable vents, attic vents, crawlspace vents, and appliance vents to name a few. The crawlspace/basement door, in a lot of cases, will need to be repaired or replaced. All gaps in the mortar larger than a dime will need to be repaired. Any place that pipes or wires have broken the integrity of the foundation or roof line needs to be sealed properly to prevent further access.

All repairs need to be made with materials that the critters cannot chew back through. Metal flashing, heavy gauge hardware cloth (screen), and concrete are most effective. All repairs made by us will be done in the neatest, most aesthetically pleasing way possible, all while using the necessary materials to prevent future problems. All exposed metal will be primed and painted to match your home. In most cases, I will ask if you have any left over paint from the last time your house was painted to make sure of an exact match. With six years experience in the residential construction industry, we have the knowledge to properly repair damage done to your home by nuisance animals. From sealing a hole in the roofing to patching a hole in the foundation we've done it all numerous times, and if we do ever run into a problem out of our league, we will hire a professional to make sure the problem was solved correctly.