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Last Updated: September 22, 2026
Scarborough Wildlife Removal & Exclusion
Humane Wildlife Removal, Exclusion & Proofing
Raccoons and squirrels can enter attics, roof spaces, chimneys and other structural areas through damaged or vulnerable openings.
Guard More Pest Control provides professional wildlife removal and exclusion throughout Scarborough, helping property owners remove active animals and protect the building against re-entry.
Our approach focuses on:
inspection → humane removal → exclusion → confirmation → wildlife proofing
Toronto-Based | NWCOA Member | Humane Wildlife Removal | Wildlife Exclusion & Proofing
Humane Wildlife Removal in Scarborough
For raccoons and squirrels, the goal is to determine:
- Which animal is present
- Where it is entering
- Whether dependent young are inside
- How the animal can safely exit
- Which openings need to be repaired
- Which other areas may need proofing
Wildlife We Remove
Our Scarborough wildlife-control services primarily include:
Raccoon Removal
Raccoons are strong animals capable of exploiting weak areas around roofs, soffits and vents.
They may enter:
- Attics
- Roof cavities
- Chimneys
- Garages
- Sheds
- Deck spaces
Raccoons are especially important to assess carefully during baby season.
Squirrel Removal
Squirrels frequently enter through:
- Roof vents
- Soffits
- Fascia gaps
- Roof intersections
- Damaged openings
They may create nests inside attics and roof cavities.
Signs You May Have Wildlife in Your Attic
Squirrels are generally active during daylight hours, while raccoons are more commonly active at night. However, activity patterns alone should not replace inspection.
Other common signs include:
- Scratching or running overhead
- Heavy movement at night
- Daytime attic activity
- Damaged soffits
- Roof-vent damage
- Visible entry holes
- Nesting material
- Animal droppings
How Wildlife Gets Into Scarborough Homes
Wildlife takes advantage of weak or damaged parts of a structure.
Common entry areas include:
- Roof-to-soffit intersections
- Roof vents
- Plumbing vents
- Fascia
- Soffits
- Chimneys
- Roof edges
- Gaps around additions
- Damaged exterior materials
Scarborough contains many detached homes, semi-detached homes, bungalows and mature neighbourhoods where rooflines and exterior components can provide opportunities for wildlife.
Our Scarborough Wildlife-Removal Process
1. Inspect the Property
We inspect the exterior roofline and accessible interior areas to identify wildlife activity and potential entry points.
2. Identify the Animal
Different species require different removal methods. We use a commercial grade thermal device to find where the animal is located in your walls, attic, or crawlspaces.
Correct identification prevents the wrong exclusion strategy being used.
3. Check for Dependent Young
Baby raccoons and squirrels can change the removal process.
An active opening should not simply be sealed while young animals remain inside.
4. Install One-Way Exclusion Where Appropriate
A one-way door allows the animal to exit through the active opening while preventing it from using that opening to return.
The exact method depends on the species, building and time of year.
5. Confirm Exit
The animal should be confirmed out before the active entrance is permanently closed.
6. Secure the Entry Point
Once wildlife has exited, the damaged or vulnerable opening can be protected.
7. Identify Additional Weak Points
Other roof vents, soffits or structural areas may also benefit from wildlife proofing.
Wildlife Removal vs Wildlife Exclusion
These terms describe different parts of the process.
Wildlife Removal
Deals with the animal currently inside or around the structure.
Wildlife Exclusion
Prevents an animal from returning through the active entry point.
Wildlife Proofing
Protects additional vulnerable areas before another animal exploits them.
Removing the current animal without addressing the entry point leaves the structure exposed.
Raccoon Removal in Scarborough
Raccoons can create substantial openings when entering an attic.
Common raccoon entry areas include:
- Roof-soffit intersections
- Roof vents
- Fascia
- Chimneys
- Weak roof edges
Because raccoons can have dependent young inside attics, baby season requires extra care.
If babies are present, the removal process must account for both the mother and young.
Squirrel Removal in Scarborough
Squirrels commonly use smaller roof openings than raccoons.
They may chew around weakened building materials and establish nesting areas in attics.
Guard More provides squirrel-specific removal and exclusion services in addition to broader wildlife control.
Wildlife Baby Season
Dependent young are one of the most important considerations in humane wildlife removal.
Closing an entrance while babies remain inside can:
- Separate the mother from the young
- Cause the mother to damage the structure trying to regain access
- Leave young animals trapped inside
Inspection should therefore determine whether babies may be present before the entrance is closed.
Should You Seal a Wildlife Hole Yourself?
Not until you know whether an animal is still inside.
A homeowner may see a damaged soffit or roof vent and assume the solution is simply to close it. If wildlife is still inside, sealing the opening can create a more serious problem.
The safer sequence is:
inspect → identify → remove/exclude → confirm exit → seal
Wildlife Proofing in Scarborough
Once the active problem has been addressed, preventative proofing can reduce the chance that another animal uses a different weak point.
Proofing may involve protecting:
- Roof vents
- Plumbing vents
- Soffit intersections
- Vulnerable roof openings
- Other accessible structural gaps
Guard More provides a lifetime guarantee on qualifying wildlife-proofing coverings, subject to its terms and provided the coverings have not been removed or modified.
Wildlife Removal for Scarborough Houses
Our wildlife services are particularly relevant to:
- Detached homes
- Semi-detached homes
- Bungalows
- Townhouses
- Rental properties
- Low-rise residential buildings
Wildlife can enter virtually any property where the roofline provides a suitable opening.
Wildlife Removal for Commercial Properties
Wildlife can also affect:
- Commercial roofs
- Warehouses
- Retail properties
- Offices
- Property-management portfolios
- Multi-unit residential buildings
Commercial wildlife control should address both the active animal and the structural access point.
Scarborough Areas We Serve
Guard More provides wildlife removal throughout Scarborough, including:
- Agincourt
- Bendale
- Birch Cliff
- Cliffside
- Dorset Park
- Guildwood
- Kennedy Park
- Malvern
- Milliken
- Scarborough Village
- Wexford
- West Hill
- Highland Creek
- Port Union
Why Choose Guard More for Wildlife Removal in Scarborough?
GTA Wildlife Service
Guard More Pest Control is based in Toronto and provides pest and wildlife services throughout Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area.
NWCOA Member
Guard More is a member of the National Wildlife Control Operators Association and provides structural wildlife-removal and exclusion services.
Removal + Exclusion
Our focus is not simply getting the animal outside. We also address the entry point that made the wildlife problem possible.
Raccoon & Squirrel Specialists
Guard More provides dedicated raccoon and squirrel removal services for Toronto homes.
Attic Remediation Available
If wildlife has damaged or contaminated attic materials, remediation can be handled as an additional service.
Wildlife Proofing Available
Additional vulnerable roof components can be protected where appropriate.
Recent Wildlife Removal Job in Toronto and Surround Areas
Why Baby Season Requires a Different Approach
Raccoon Removal — Brampton, Ontario
Property: Semi-detached house with two attics
Problem: New homeowners reported heavy movement in the attic.
Inspection: Raccoon entry identified around a vulnerable roof area.
Work: Humane removal of kits (baby raccoons) followed by entry-point exclusion after animals removed.
Wildlife Removal Scarborough FAQs
What wildlife do you remove in Scarborough?
Guard More primarily provides professional raccoon and squirrel removal, exclusion and wildlife proofing.
How do you remove wildlife from an attic?
The method depends on the animal and whether dependent young are present. One-way exclusion devices are commonly used where appropriate to allow wildlife to exit while preventing re-entry.
Can you just seal the hole?
Not while wildlife may still be inside. The animal must be removed or excluded before the active entry point is permanently secured.
How many visits does wildlife removal take?
Many wildlife jobs involve an initial inspection/exclusion visit and a follow-up to confirm activity has stopped before completing the removal process.
What happens if baby raccoons or squirrels are inside?
The removal process needs to account for the dependent young. The entrance should not simply be sealed with babies still inside.
Do you repair wildlife entry points?
Guard More provides wildlife exclusion and proofing to protect qualifying entry points and vulnerable building openings.
Is wildlife removal humane?
The objective is to remove animals without exterminating them and prevent them from re-entering the building.
Can raccoons or squirrels come back after removal?
Animals may continue investigating familiar properties. Properly securing the active opening and protecting other vulnerable areas reduces opportunities for re-entry.
What Our Wildlife Customers Say
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