Wildlife Removal in Durham Region
Empire Wildlife Removal provides humane wildlife removal and pest control throughout Durham Region, including Pickering, Ajax, Whitby, Oshawa, Clarington, Scugog and Uxbridge. With 28 years in business, our licensed and insured technicians inspect the property, remove animals safely and close the openings that let them in. We are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week for same-day and emergency calls. Call (416) 831-0386 for a free quote.
Wildlife Problems Across Durham Region
A scratching attic, a torn roof vent, disturbed insulation or activity beneath a deck can point to different animals and different entry routes. Raccoons can lift weak vents and exploit roof edges. Squirrels fit through small gaps around soffits and rooflines. Skunks may shelter below decks, porches and sheds. Birds can nest in dryer, bathroom or kitchen vents, while mice and rats look for openings near foundations and utility lines. The right solution begins with identifying the animal, every active opening and any dependent young before a one-way door or exclusion screen is installed.
Durham includes established neighbourhoods, growing subdivisions, waterfront properties and rural edges. A house near a trail may need a different inspection from a restaurant or an apartment building. We work with homeowners and property managers to explain what we found, what removal and repairs are needed, and how to reduce another visit. We do not use poison for wildlife removal. If you hear movement in a wall or attic, avoid sealing a suspected opening before an inspection; an animal or babies could be trapped inside.
Humane Raccoon, Squirrel and Skunk Removal
Our raccoon removal service focuses on safe access, careful attention to baby season and repair of the route into the building. A raccoon under a deck presents a different job from one in an attic, so the inspection determines the plan. For squirrels, we locate roof and soffit gaps, use a suitable one-way door and screen the entry after the animals are out. Our skunk removal work includes humane removal and screening for decks, porches or sheds when appropriate. We explain the sequence before any exclusion work begins.
Bird nests in exhaust vents can obstruct airflow and leave a mess. Our bird removal and vent protection service removes the nest safely and installs a guard to help prevent another nest. Rodent calls require a careful inspection of small openings and signs of activity. See our rat and mouse services for the approach to control and entry sealing. If the animal is uncertain, tell us what you hear, where it occurs and whether you have noticed droppings or damage; we can use that information to plan the visit.
Our Four-Step Removal and Exclusion Process
1. Inspect the property
We look at the attic or affected space, roofline, vents, soffits, foundation and the area around decks or sheds as the situation requires. The goal is to identify the animal, locate active entry points and check for babies before choosing the removal method. We also note damage that could affect the exclusion plan. A clear inspection helps avoid closing only the most visible hole while another access point remains open.
2. Remove wildlife humanely
We use one-way doors where suitable, allowing an animal to leave without returning through the same opening. During baby season, dependent young need special care; babies are removed by hand and reunited with the mother outside. Timing matters, and we explain the plan if immediate sealing would be unsafe. Our wildlife removal method uses no poison.
3. Seal and repair entry points
Once the animals are out, we close openings and install heavy-gauge steel screening where appropriate. Roof vents, soffits and deck edges are common areas to assess. Visit our damage repair and prevention page for more about vent screening, roof openings and deck exclusions. The scope depends on the building and the damage found; a quote will identify the recommended work.
4. Review the work and prevention steps
We explain the completed removal and exclusions, share practical prevention tips and answer questions about any remaining sounds or activity. Ask about the exact proposed work when requesting your free quote so the removal and repair steps are clear.
Durham Communities We Serve
Pickering: We serve Bay Ridges, Amberlea, Duffin Heights, Seaton and surrounding areas. See wildlife removal in Pickering for local service details.
Ajax: Our service includes Pickering Village, Riverside, Nottingham and nearby neighbourhoods. Read the Ajax wildlife control page.
Whitby and Brooklin: We cover Port Whitby, Williamsburg, Blue Grass Meadows, Brooklin and surrounding communities. See Whitby wildlife removal.
Oshawa: We serve Eastdale, Samac, Taunton, Kedron and other parts of the city. Visit Oshawa wildlife control.
Clarington: We take calls from Courtice, Bowmanville, Newcastle and nearby areas. Scugog: Port Perry and surrounding communities are within our service area. Uxbridge: We serve homes and businesses in the township. If your location is not listed here, call and tell us the town; Brock Township is outside our stated service area.
Seasonal Signs to Watch
Wildlife activity changes through the year. In spring, an attic noise may involve a mother and dependent young, so inspection before exclusion is especially important. In warmer months, check vents and the spaces below decks or sheds for nesting activity. During fall and winter, animals and rodents may seek shelter through small gaps around a roofline or foundation. A sound that stops for a day does not prove the opening is empty, and a temporary patch can leave another route untouched. Keep a note of when you hear activity, where it seems loudest and any visible damage. Those details help the technician focus the inspection. Avoid approaching an animal or opening a damaged vent yourself; call for a professional assessment and a plan that addresses removal and prevention together.
Wildlife Removal Costs and Emergency Calls
The cost depends on the animal, where it entered, whether babies are present, the number of openings and the repairs needed. A simple access point and a damaged roofline do not require the same work. We provide free quotes and explain the scope before proceeding. We are open 24/7, with same-day and emergency service available. Call (416) 831-0386 when you notice an active animal, a damaged vent or sudden noises in an occupied space.
Durham Region Wildlife Removal FAQ
Do you serve all of Durham Region?
We serve Pickering, Ajax, Whitby, Brooklin, Oshawa, Clarington, Courtice, Bowmanville, Newcastle, Scugog, Port Perry and Uxbridge. Our stated service area excludes Brock Township. Call with your location if you are near a boundary.
Can you remove baby raccoons from an attic?
Yes. We inspect for dependent young, remove babies by hand and reunite them with the mother outside. We do not simply close an entry point while young animals may remain inside.
Will you repair the wildlife damage?
Yes. We can seal entry points and screen vents, roof openings and decks as the situation requires. The inspection and quote define the repair work for your property.
Are you available for an urgent call?
We are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Same-day and emergency service is available; call (416) 831-0386 and describe the animal, location and urgency.
Need help in Durham Region? Call (416) 831-0386 or request a free quote. Empire Wildlife Removal serves Durham Region, York Region and Toronto with safe, humane wildlife removal and practical prevention.