Animal Removal in Athens

Humane Wildlife Removal for Athens, Georgia Homes Since 1959

Our wildlife technicians identify, remove, and exclude raccoons, squirrels, bats, opossums, snakes, and birds. Because we also provide pest control, HVAC, plumbing, and general contracting, we can stay your single point of contact when an inspection uncovers a related home maintenance issue.

Go-Forth Home Services has been family-owned and operated since 1959. We provide animal removal throughout the Athens area with attention to the species involved, its access points, and the areas of the home that may need further inspection.

Signs You Need Wildlife Control in Athens

Wildlife activity rarely stops on its own. Scratching, droppings, or roofline damage often mean an animal has already found shelter inside the structure.

Watch for these common signs of an intrusion:

• Scratching or movement: Noises from the attic, walls, or crawl space may indicate active wildlife.
• Damaged soffit or fascia: Openings near the roofline can provide access to an attic.
• Loose screens or vents: Screening pulled away from vents or foundations can expose a crawl space.
• Droppings: Waste in an attic or crawl space is a clear sign that an animal has entered.
• Nesting materials: Leaves, insulation, paper, and other gathered materials in secluded areas can indicate nesting activity.

Wildlife Commonly Found Around Georgia Homes

Different animals create different concerns, so proper identification matters. The location of the activity, type of damage, droppings, tracks, and time of day can all help determine which species is present.

• Raccoons: Raccoons may enter through damaged vents, roof openings, or uncapped chimneys. They’re classified as a rabies vector species, meaning they’re among the animals most frequently associated with transmitting rabies.
• Squirrels: Eastern gray squirrels can squeeze through openings as small as 1.5 inches and may chew wood, insulation, or electrical wiring, creating a fire hazard.
• Opossums: Pet food and unsecured garbage attract opossums, which can also carry fleas, ticks, and mites that affect household pets.
• Snakes: Georgia has several venomous snake species. A snake inside a structure shouldn’t be handled without proper training.
• Birds: Pigeons and starlings may nest on or inside buildings, producing persistent noise, nesting debris, and accumulated droppings that damage surfaces over time.
• Rodents: Rats and mice seek food and shelter indoors, where they can contaminate surfaces with droppings and damage building materials.

Our Wildlife Removal & Exclusion Process

Effective wildlife removal addresses both the animal and the way it got in. Sealing an opening too soon can trap wildlife inside, so our technicians verify that the animals have exited before completing any exclusion work.

Our process includes:

• Property inspection: We identify the species, locate active and potential attic and crawl space entry points, and assess visible damage.
• Humane removal: We use methods suited to the species and circumstances, then confirm the affected space is clear before moving on.
• Wildlife exclusion: We seal entry points using materials and methods appropriate for the location and animal to create a long-term barrier against re-entry.
• Follow-up assessment: We inspect accessible attic and crawl space areas for damage, droppings, and nesting materials that may need further attention.

If we spot a secondary pest, HVAC, plumbing, or contracting concern during the inspection, you won’t need to track down a separate provider. Our broader service capabilities mean you can address multiple needs through one company.