Wildlife removal in Regina
Humane trapping and exclusion for skunks, squirrels and other wildlife in Regina and Saskatoon sheds, decks, garages, crawlspaces and rural properties.
What you get
- Species identification and a check for dependent young
- Humane one-way exclusion rather than lethal control
- Repair of the damaged entry point
- Screening of vents, soffits and under-deck gaps
- Advice on removing what attracted the animal
Signs of wildlife on the property
Most wildlife problems start under a deck, shed or step, where a warm, dry cavity sits directly against a building and nobody looks from one year to the next.
By the time there is noise inside the structure, the animal has usually been using the space for weeks. Damage to soffits, vent screens and insulation follows quickly.
What to look for
- A dug hole or worn path at the edge of a deck, shed or step
- Noise in the attic or wall, particularly at dawn or dusk
- Damaged soffit, vent screen or roof edge
- Strong odour, disturbed insulation or scattered nesting material
- Overturned bins or disturbed garden beds on a regular pattern
How wildlife work is done
Trapping and relocating an animal leaves the hole open for the next one. The work that lasts is exclusion followed by repair.
Species identification
We confirm what we are dealing with, because the legal position and the practical approach differ for each species.
Check for dependent young
No exclusion happens until we have confirmed there are no dependent young inside the structure.
One-way exclusion
A one-way door lets the animal leave under its own power and prevents it returning.
Repair and proofing
The entry point is repaired properly and the surrounding vulnerable areas are screened so the next animal cannot use them.
What draws them in
- Open gaps under decks, steps and sheds
- Pet food or water left outdoors overnight
- Unsecured bins and compost
- Fallen fruit and spilled birdseed
- Unscreened vents, soffits and crawlspace openings
Why we do not trap and relocate
Relocating an animal is often illegal, usually stressful for the animal, and rarely solves the problem. A relocated skunk is replaced within a season by another one using the same gap under your deck.
Exclusion changes the outcome permanently. The animal leaves, the hole is closed, and the space stops being available. That is the whole job.
What affects the price
Wildlife pricing depends on the species, the access and how much repair work the animal has already caused.
- Species and the exclusion method it requires
- Whether dependent young mean the work must be staged
- Access, height and whether the roofline is involved
- Extent of damage to soffits, vents or insulation
- Amount of under-deck or crawlspace screening needed
- Whether outbuildings are also in scope
Where we work
Homes and garages
Decks, steps, crawlspaces and attics, with repair and screening after exclusion.
Acreages and rural properties
Shops, quonsets and outbuildings, where pressure is continuous and proofing matters most.
Commercial premises
Loading areas, roof plant and service voids, with documentation for facilities records.
Apartment blocks
Shared roof spaces and bin stores, coordinated through the property manager.
Wildlife questions Saskatchewan property owners ask
Do you kill the animal?
No. We use humane exclusion. The animal leaves under its own power and cannot return, then we repair the entry point so the next one cannot get in either.
What if there are babies inside?
Then exclusion waits. Sealing a mother out from her young is inhumane and creates a worse problem for you, since the young will die inside the structure.
Can you deal with a skunk under my deck?
Yes, with one-way exclusion after checking for young. We then screen the under-deck gap so the space is no longer available.
How do I stop it happening again?
Most repeat visits come down to an open gap under a deck or step, an unsecured bin, or pet food left outdoors. We will point out exactly what is drawing them in.
Is there a risk to my pets?
Direct contact between a pet and wildlife should always be checked by a vet. Keeping pets away from the area until the exclusion is complete is the sensible course.
How long does exclusion take?
The one-way device usually stays in place for several days, then we return to repair and proof. Most jobs are complete within one to two weeks.
Related services
Book a wildlife inspection
Regina bookings placed before 1pm are usually attended the same day. Saskatoon runs on a scheduled route.