Monroe âĸ Pike âĸ Wayne âĸ Carbon Counties, PA
Pocono Wildlife Removal
L&L Pest Control removes raccoons, squirrels, skunks, bats, and groundhogs from Pocono Mountain homes and vacation properties since 1986. Removal, exclusion, and prevention â same-day service available.
Wildlife We Remove in the Poconos
Living near the Pocono forest means wildlife intrusions are a when, not an if. We handle the full range.
Raccoons
Raccoons nest in Pocono attics, chimneys, and crawl spaces. They carry diseases and cause significant structural damage. We remove and exclude.
Squirrels
Gray squirrels chew through soffits, fascia, and wiring to access attics. Common in all Monroe, Pike, and Wayne County properties near tree cover.
Groundhogs
Groundhogs excavate under decks, porches, and foundations. Their burrows cause structural damage and attract secondary predators like foxes.
Skunks
Skunks den under decks and porches throughout the Poconos. We remove them safely without triggering a spray and seal entry points.
Bats
Bat colonies in attics are regulated by PA law. We perform exclusions during the legal window (August 15 â April 30) and seal entry points.
Birds
Starlings, pigeons, and sparrows nest in soffits, vents, and attic spaces. We remove nests and install exclusion devices.
Deer Mice
Deer mice near the national recreation areas and forest edges can carry hantavirus. We use safe removal and cleanup protocols.
Opossums
Opossums den under structures throughout the Poconos. Removal and exclusion prevent re-entry and damage to insulation.
Our Pocono Wildlife Removal Process
Inspection
We inspect your property to identify the species, entry points, and extent of the intrusion. We check attic, crawl space, foundation, chimney, and exterior.
Removal
Depending on species and situation, we use live trapping, one-way exclusion devices, or direct removal. All methods comply with PA Game Commission regulations.
Exclusion
Every entry point is sealed with species-appropriate materials â heavy-gauge steel mesh, galvanized flashing, and hardware cloth. We address the cause, not just the symptom.
Cleanup & Prevention
We advise on sanitation, habitat modification, and structural repairs that reduce future wildlife pressure. For vacation properties, we can schedule seasonal inspections.
Pocono Wildlife Removal FAQs
What wildlife do you remove in the Pocono Mountains?
We remove raccoons, squirrels, groundhogs, skunks, opossums, birds, and bats throughout Monroe, Pike, Wayne, and Carbon counties. We follow all Pennsylvania Game Commission regulations. Note: we do not directly handle black bears â for active bear encounters, contact the PA Game Commission.
How do you remove wildlife from my Pocono home?
We inspect the property, identify entry points, set traps or install one-way exclusion devices (depending on the species), remove the animals, and seal all entry points to prevent return. For bats, we perform exclusions only during the legal window per PA law.
Can animals get back in after you seal entry points?
Our exclusion work uses materials appropriate to each entry point â heavy-gauge steel mesh, galvanized flashing, and hardware cloth. We back our exclusion work with a warranty. If the same entry point is re-exploited within the warranty period, we return at no charge.
What about vacation homes and properties left unoccupied?
Vacant Pocono vacation homes are especially vulnerable â wildlife can establish large colonies when no one is home to notice. We offer pre-season inspections and exclusion programs specifically for seasonal properties. We can coordinate with property managers and remote owners.
Do you handle bat removal during summer?
Pennsylvania law prohibits bat exclusion from May 1 through August 14 to protect maternity colonies. If you discover bats during that window, we can inspect, document the infestation, and schedule exclusion to begin August 15. We do not leave you without a plan.
How much does wildlife removal cost in the Poconos?
Wildlife removal pricing depends on species, property access, and the extent of the intrusion. Exclusion work is priced separately from trapping. All estimates are free â call (570) 992-3487 or request online. We provide written quotes before any work begins.
Wildlife in Your Pocono Home?
Same-day service available. Licensed & insured in PA. Serving the Poconos since 1986. Free estimates.