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We keep encroaching on the natural habitat of animals, so it’s not surprising that critters find their way into our home from time to time. These wild animals can cause some serious damage to your property or harm to you and your family.

Fortunately, these incursions to your home are entirely preventable. According to the animal wildlife control experts from TAAP Pest Elimination in Spencerport, NY, there are plenty of steps you can take to keep wild animals away from your home:

  • Don’t Leave Food Outside: Animals are mainly attracted by the scent of anything that they can eat, which is why they approach homes even at the risk of their own safety. Don’t tempt them by leaving food outside. If you feed pets outside your home, make sure you clean up afterward so there are no leftovers that can attract other animals.

  • Secure Your Garbage Containers: See to it that your garbage cans are secured and are not easy to open. Even if the containers get knocked over, the cover should remain locked. You can use better locks and security devices if simple latches stop working on smarter animals like raccoons. Clean the cans regularly so it doesn’t give off an inviting scent.

  • Protect Your Pond: Raccoons love food that they can get from the water, like clams and fish. This means that if you have a pond on your property, chances are raccoons will be attracted to it to catch food. The best way to secure a pond is to place an electric fence around it.

  • wildlife-controlSecure Your Garden: Vegetables and fruit gardens can also attract wildlife. Do not let fruits or vegetables ripen on the vine, as they produce a stronger scent. If anything falls to the ground, pick it up right away. You might want to consider placing a fence around your garden, too.

  • Block The Entrances: The best way to prevent animals from gaining access to your home is to block the entrances that they could use. Remember that animals can squeeze their way in, so no matter how small a crack or a hole is, be sure to seal it up. A grate over the opening of the chimney will prevent critters from dropping down from it.

These are some of the more effective ways to keep wild animals away from your home. If you have a serious wildlife control problem and need an exterminator for pest removal, contact TAAP Pest Elimination right away. Call (585) 723-­6542, or visit their website for more information.

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