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Wildlife Management
4.0(
26
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Serving Syracuse, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great people to do business with! Had 2 other companies come to my place for estimates. They priced out "what I wanted done." When Wildlife Management came, they told me that "what I wanted" and what was needed to be done were 2 different things, and explained the reasons why. They were more expensive, but, in the long run is cheaper to do the work on what needed to be done. Because "what I wanted", I have been paying for 5 years now for the same thing. It has now been 6 months since they completed the work, and all is still good. Well worth the money to get it done correctly the first time. Wish that I had found them 5 years ago when the problem first started with the squirrels! They explain everything, and even "dumb down" the wording so that I could understand what was going on and why. Could not ask for a better company to work with!"
Possum
Bats
Possum
Squirell
Raccoons

+18

Response time9 hrs
233 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by35%of homeowners
Edward J Hogan
5.0(
9
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Serving Syracuse, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

"Very knowledgeable and concerned for customers issue. Removed 2 skunks with concern for animals well being went over and above just removing animals and checked places he thought they were making shine. Was prompt when I called to report a trapping. Was very friendly. Reasonable price compared to others. Will hire again in future."
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Response time2 days
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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RodentX, LLC
4.2(
114
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Serving Syracuse, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My experience was incredible, they had great customer service. Very professional and took care of my pest problem in a timely manner. As well as had reasonable prices"
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Response time3 hrs
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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AJs Nuisance Wildlife Control
5.0(
8
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Serving Syracuse, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Out of all of the businesses that I reached out to regarding general pest control concerns, including removing insulation and sealing entry points, I found AJâ  s Nuisance and Wildlife to be responsive, professional and honest. I highly recommend AJ and will hire him for future service."
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Brunt
Brunt
Pigeon Rescue

+5

Response time1 day
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Verminx Pest Control, LLC
4.5(
25
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Serving Syracuse, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had what wound up being a big project, a house built in 1955 on 4 acres with a cinder block foundation and roof ridgeline with many entry points. I called on a Saturday and left a message and one of the principals of the company called me on Sunday to ask me about the problem and make an appointment for one of their people to visit and assess the situation. He came (on time) two days later and spent over an hour crawling over every square inch of the house to see the extent of our infestation and made a recommendation. I called around to a few of the nationally recognized pest control businesses and all they wanted was a credit card number to come out for a visit and put us on a monthly program of traps and visitation that I figured would go on for a lifetime. We hired VerminX. They took three days to complete the work. They had 4-5 people on the job, all courteous and knowledgeable. They taped off the work area 100% and when they left there was no dust anywhere outside the work area. They've been back two times already to check on the traps they left behind and to assure that no more critters were able to get in. If you call and leave a message, they're back to you within no more than an hour or so, even on weekends. I'd highly recommend these folks."
Projects
Attic Remedation
Response time1 day
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Crocker's Critters
3.9(
9
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Serving Syracuse, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Showed up when promised and did a great job. Has to come back to check traps which is all included. Very impressed with work ethic and price. Very Reasonable. 5 Stars."
Skunk
Bats
Woodchucks
Squirrels
Chipmunks

+2

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Critter Masters
5.0(
1
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Serving Syracuse, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

With several years experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

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RodentX LLC
3.9(
9
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Serving Syracuse, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Rodent Remediation Service consisted of the following activities: 1) Attic (or Crawl Space) Remediation Service; 2) Basement Remediation Service; 3) Exclusion (Pest Proofing); 4) Ridge-Guard Installation; 5) Mice Trapping The Rodent Remediation Service was conducted in three phases, by three different teams, 7 different technicians: 1) Estimation - Team A (3 estimators); 2) Remediation - Team B (2 technicians); 3) Remediation - Team C (2 technicians). OVERALL: In carrying out the Remediation Service RodentX teams (collectively) exhibited the following qualities: workmanship, perseverance, communication, and commitment. Each of the three RodentX teams (A, B &C) performed their specific tasks in workmanship fashion. Team B deserves special kudos for perseverance (i.e., arriving at my home despite having to drive through “whiteout conditions” at 10 MPH). Team C deserves special commendation for flexibility (i.e., filling in, at the last minute, for Team B whose members unexpectedly became ill); and for commitment (for promising to replace, during a future visit, the insulation in the basement that Team B had removed, but had intended to replace the following day). Considering that there was not obvious project manager charged with overall responsibility for managing this project, I want to commend all three teams (A, B & C) for communication excellence (i.e., keeping me posted regarding changes in arrival time, replacement teams, etc.). However, if I were granted one wish as a customer, I would wish that one overall project manager would give the customer a walkthrough at the end of the project to demonstrate that every task in the contract has been performed to the customer’s satisfaction."
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Recommended by75%of homeowners
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FAQs for small animal pest control service projects in Syracuse, NY

Self-removal attempts using store-bought traps can cost $50, but require personal time investment and knowledge of proper handling techniques. While DIY methods might work for isolated cases, professionals bring expertise in identifying all entry points, implementing effective deterrents, and safely handling wildlife. 

Consider your comfort level with wildlife management and the potential health risks—armadillos can carry disease—before deciding between professional services or personal intervention.

Most homeowners see initial results within two to five days after professional trap placement, particularly with single-animal situations. However, multiple factors can extend this timeline, including the number of animals present, weather conditions affecting activity patterns, and the complexity of your property layout. 

Properties with established armadillo populations might require one to two weeks of active trapping. Discuss realistic timeframes with your wildlife specialist during the initial consultation to set appropriate expectations.

Filling and repairing burrows adds $75 to $110 per hole to your total project cost. While some comprehensive service packages include minor repairs, extensive landscape restoration requires a separate payment. 

These repair costs cover materials like topsoil, sod, or concrete patching compounds, plus the labor to properly restore the damaged areas. Before finalizing any service agreement, clarify exactly which repair services are included and which will incur additional charges.

While armadillos remain active throughout the year in many regions, scheduling removal during less busy seasons for wildlife control companies might secure slightly better rates. Fall and winter months often see reduced demand for these services, potentially offering more scheduling flexibility and competitive pricing. 

However, the most cost-effective approach is addressing armadillo issues promptly when first noticed, regardless of season, as delaying can lead to more extensive damage and higher ultimate costs.

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