Welcome to the Wildlife Trapping Services page of Southern Pest Management, your trusted local experts in humane and effective nuisance wildlife removal in Georgia. As a family-owned and operated small business with over 15 years of experience, we take pride in providing personalized care and exceptional service to our community. Whether you’re dealing with squirrels in the attic, raccoons in the crawl space, bats in your roofline, or other nuisance animals, our licensed and insured team offers professional wildlife trapping, exclusion, and prevention services. We use eco-friendly and humane methods to protect your property while prioritizing the safe removal of wildlife. At Southern Pest Management, we’re dedicated to keeping your home or business wildlife-free with customized solutions tailored to meet your unique needs.

So far, we are the only Licensed Wildlife Control Operators (trappers) that are also Licensed Wildlife Rehabbers in the State of Georgia. This gives us abilities above and beyond the average trappers.

We pride ourselves in doing it differently than most, which is using scare tactics to secure extra work or the job itself, we keep it real. What we mean by this is just because a critter exists in your yard or there has been a sighting does not mean that you have to spend money to have it trapped. Sometimes there are simple explanations and suggestions that could calm the situation. We listen, educate, and respond!

We offer specialized pages dedicated to each critter we handle under our Nuisance Wildlife Trapping License. Whether you need assistance with bats, beavers, bees, carpenter bees or require the location services of a dead animal, we are equipped to help. Our list of services are expansive also including dead deer removal, foxes, hornets/wasps, mice, possums, raccoons, rats, snakes, squirrels, and woodpeckers. Additionally, we provide comprehensive household and commercial pest control services to meet all your wildlife and pest management needs.

We proudly offer our wildlife and pest control services across North Georgia, including the areas of Alpharetta, Ball Ground, Berkeley Lake, Big Canoe, Cumming, Dacula, Dahlonega, Dawsonville, Duluth, Ellijay, Gainesville, Johns Creek, Lawrenceville, Marietta, Milton, Peachtree Corners, and Suwanee. (if you live in between these areas simply call to ask if we can service your location)

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1. Why are squirrels getting into my attic?

Squirrels seek warmth, shelter, and a safe place to nest, especially during colder months in North Georgia. Attics provide ideal nesting locations free from the elements (weather) and free from predators. 

2. What damage can squirrels cause in my attic?

They can chew through wiring, insulation, and even wood, which can lead to fire hazards and costly structural damage.

3. How do you remove squirrels humanely?

At Southern Wildlife Management, we use humane cage traps to capture and relocate squirrels safely (which is required in Georgia by law), following up with exclusion work to prevent re-entry.

4. Can you prevent squirrels from coming back?

Yes, our team implements squirrel-proofing measures, reinforcing entry points and sealing gaps to ensure they stay out.

5. Do you offer a warranty for squirrel-proofing?

Yes, we provide a 5-year warranty. As a family-owned business serving Johns Creek and surrounding areas for over 15 years, we take pride in offering reliable, long-term solutions.

1. How can I tell if I have a rat infestation?

Common signs include droppings, scratching noises in walls or ceilings, chewed wires, and gnawed food packaging.

2. Why are rats dangerous?

Rats carry diseases and can damage insulation, wiring, and contaminate food sources.

3. What methods are used to get rid of rats?

At Southern Wildlife Management, we prioritize humane traps and exclusion techniques to remove and prevent rats from returning.

4. Can you make my home rat-proof?

Yes, we seal entry points thoroughly to keep rats out long-term.

5. Do you offer a warranty on rat control?

Absolutely! Our rat exclusion services are covered by a 5-year warranty to ensure your peace of mind.

1. How do bats get into homes in Johns Creek?

Bats can enter through small openings around vents, chimneys, and eaves. In areas like Johns Creek, older homes are especially vulnerable.

2. What are the signs of a bat infestation?

Look for bat droppings (guano), unpleasant musty odors, and occasional sightings around dusk.

3. Are bats dangerous to have around?

Bats can carry rabies, and their droppings pose respiratory health risks (histoplasmosis) if not cleaned up properly.

4. How do you remove bats humanely?

Southern Wildlife Management uses exclusion devices that let bats leave while preventing them from re-entering, all following state and local regulations.

5. Is bat-proofing effective?

Yes, our team thoroughly seals entry points to prevent future infestations, backed by a 10-year Bat Warranty.

1. How do snakes enter homes in Johns Creek?

Snakes find their way in through gaps in foundations, open doors, or crawl spaces, often while seeking shelter.

2. Are all snakes dangerous?

No, most snakes are non-venomous and beneficial for pest control, though our team handles all snake species with care.

3. How do you safely remove a snake from my property?

Southern Wildlife Management scours the yard to remove snakes and release them back into natural areas away from residential neighborhoods. 

4. Can you snake-proof my yard or home?

Yes, we can seal openings in your home and provide landscaping habitat modifications or recommendations to make your yard less inviting to snakes. We also have a fabulous & highly effective snake repellent that is applied 3 times a year during the snake season in a manner that makes snake feel uncomfortable so they keep right on moving out of your yard. 

1. What kind of damage do woodchucks cause?

Woodchucks dig extensive burrows that can undermine foundations, patios, and landscaping.

2. How do I know if a woodchuck is on my property?

Signs include mounds of dirt near burrows, tracks, and chewed garden plants.

3. How do you remove woodchucks humanely?

As a family-owned business, we use humane cage traps to capture and relocate woodchucks safely and responsibly.

4. Can you prevent woodchucks from burrowing again?

Yes, we install barriers and reinforce areas where woodchucks commonly dig to prevent future issues.

1. Why are carpenter bees drilling holes in my wood?

Carpenter bees bore into untreated or weathered wood to create nests.

2. Are carpenter bees dangerous?

They are not typically aggressive but can weaken wooden structures over time.

3. How do you treat carpenter bee infestations?

We offer a highly-effective trapping program in addition to applying treatments to deter bees and fill or seal holes in direct competition with our traps. Our program works!

4. Can you prevent carpenter bees from returning?

Yes, sealing exposed wood or applying a deterrent can prevent future carpenter bee activity.

1. How can I tell if moles are damaging my yard?

Visible tunnels and mounds of soil are indicators of mole activity, which disrupts lawns and gardens.

2. Are moles harmful to my yard?

Their burrowing can damage root systems, leading to dead patches of grass and plants.

3. What methods do you use to control moles?

We use humane but lethal traps and highly effective baiting, and tunnel gassing to manage mole populations.

4. Can you make my yard mole-proof?

While mole-proofing currently is not being offered, we can treat your lawn with either mole deterrent or treat the lawn fir grub control to make your yard less attractive to them.

1. Why do foxes come near homes in Johns Creek?

Foxes may be attracted by food sources, like pet food, bird feeders, or small outdoor animals.

2. Are foxes a threat to my pets?

Foxes usually avoid humans but may target small pets, especially chickens or other small outdoor animals.

3. How do you handle fox removal?

We use humane traps to capture the fox and reduce the population.

4. Can you prevent foxes from returning?

Yes, we provide guidance on securing food sources and install fencing or other deterrents to discourage foxes.

1. What damage can beavers cause to my property?

Beavers build dams that can flood areas, leading to property or landscape damage, especially around water sources in North Georgia.

2. How do you safely remove beavers?

Southern Wildlife Management uses humane traps to remove beavers from residential areas. Typically the trapping offered is a humane but lethal means of trapping. Our beaver trapping services include daily trap checks & adjustments for two weeks. 

3. Can you prevent beavers from damming nearby water sources?

You can have barriers and water flow devices installed to prevent beavers from blocking water sources on your property.

1. How can I tell if wildlife is damaging my property?

Signs include droppings, chewed wires, burrows, nests in attics, and damaged lawns or gardens.

2. What are the risks of having wildlife in or around my home?

Wildlife can carry diseases, cause structural damage, create fire hazards, and attract additional pests.

3. How long does it take to remove wildlife?

It varies by species, but as a family-owned business with 15 years of experience, we work efficiently to safely remove and prevent wildlife from returning typically one week of trapping resolves the current issues then exclusion measures are offered to prevent future entry.

4. What kind of prevention or proofing services do you offer?

We offer exclusion, habitat modification, and structural proofing to keep wildlife out. All services are tailored for Johns Creek and the surrounding North Georgia area.

5. Do your wildlife removal methods comply with local regulations?

Yes, Southern Wildlife Management follows all state and local regulations for humane wildlife removal and relocation.

6. Are your wildlife removal methods safe for pets and children?

Yes, we use safe, humane trapping and exclusion methods to minimize risks to pets and family members.

7. Do you provide any warranty on wildlife exclusion services?

Yes, our exclusion work includes a 5-year warranty, providing reliable, long-term solutions for North Georgia homeowners.