Posts with the tag: "wildlife control in me"

Squirrels Looking For Winter Homes In South Portland

DATE POSTED: December 26, 2016

Squirrels are a common woodland creature here in South Portland. In fact, they are so common that we barely take notice of them when they scamper through our yard or scurry across the telephone wires above our driveway. We may glance quickly at them if we happen to catch them jumping from branch to branch in the back yard, but we usually don’t give these pests a second thought. Well, unless they…

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Winter Pests in South Portland that Wear Out Their Welcome

DATE POSTED: December 19, 2016

There is a common myth that pests like rodents and insects are not as active in the winter months. That can’t be any farther from the truth. In fact, you may not see these pests outside your front window, but they can be quite active in your home. Do you know the signs? Here are a few of the most common winter pests in South Portland that wear out their welcome quickly.

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4 Tips To Avoid Chipmunk Damage In South Portland

DATE POSTED: October 31, 2016

Chipmunks are cute. But the damage they cause isn't. These critters become pests when they get into gardens, dig holes under man-made structures, and chew on exterior wood. When they get into a home, they chew on wires, chew up insulation, make holes in sheetrock, and leave their feces and urine everywhere they go. And, like other furry animals, chipmunks can introduce parasites into a home, such…

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Wildlife Causing Problems In Southern Maine

DATE POSTED: October 27, 2016

It's a sunny warm day and as you are sipping your morning coffee and looking out your window, you notice a couple of playful squirrels bounding from tree to tree across your property. Then all of a sudden you start to hear scurrying and scratching noises in the attic; no they couldn’t be, could they? Unfortunately, the answer is yes, squirrels and other wildlife can easily take up residence in…

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Chipmunks Invading South Portland Homes

DATE POSTED: September 26, 2016

Chipmunks are adorable. There is no denying it. Those tiny little reddish rodents with the white and black stripe down their backs scamper to and fro across your backyard in a seemingly endless pursuit of fun. You typically don’t see a lone chipmunk because they are very social and love to frolic together. They seem to play tag and hide n’ go seek and many other joy-filled games. There is just…

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