Prickly Pear Wildlife

Austin | Quail Creek Rats, Possum

Summary: A homeowner in Quail Creek, Austin, faced an unwelcome surprise when mysterious noises led to the discovery of rodents and a possum sharing their attic and crawlspace. Our expert team at Prickly Pear Wildlife arrived on the scene, ready to restore peace. With strategic humane trapping, we safely relocated the furry intruders. Then, our meticulous exclusion work sealed all potential entry points, transforming a critter conundrum into a tale of triumph. The home is now secure, silent, and protected, thanks to our comprehensive approach and dedication to wildlife management.

Location: Quail Creek, Austin

Initial Condition (Before)

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Final Result (After)

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The Problem: A homeowner in the Quail Creek neighborhood of Austin reported persistent noises emanating from their attic and underneath their home. Investigation revealed evidence of rodent activity and a possum, indicating a significant wildlife intrusion requiring immediate professional intervention to prevent further damage and ensure the family's comfort and safety.

The Solution: Our certified Prickly Pear Wildlife technicians conducted a thorough inspection, strategically placing humane traps in both the attic space and crawlspace where activity was observed. Demonstrating our commitment to a clean and respectful service, our team utilized protective coverings and booties, ensuring no disruption to the homeowner's living space. Over several visits, we successfully trapped and humanely relocated two large rats and a young possum. Following the successful removal, our team implemented comprehensive exclusion measures, meticulously identifying and sealing all potential entry points in the attic and around the home's foundation. A camera was installed to monitor for any residual activity, ensuring complete eradication and prevention.

The Outcome: With the exclusion work successfully completed and all wildlife safely relocated, the homeowner reported immediate silence and peace throughout their home, particularly around previously affected areas like the bathtub and attic. The comprehensive solution provided lasting protection against future intrusions, ensuring the family's comfort and restoring the integrity of their living environment. Prickly Pear Wildlife's thorough approach delivered complete peace of mind.