Contacting a Wildlife Control Company

Why Apex Wildlife Control:

Whether it’s noises and smells in the attic, walls, and chimney, or predatory killings of livestock—Apex Wildlife Control is your solution. Residential or commercial, as state licensed and insured professionals, we will identify, trap, remove, and seal your property. Our company also offers repair services for any damage. With our warranty, when we remove nuisance wildlife they stay gone! That’s our guarantee.

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Our Mission:

Our mission is to gain the trust of all our customers, both residential and commercial, and provide absolute satisfactory services in the area of wildlife removal and control. Offering the fullest communication and transparency, Apex Wildlife Control will be with you every step of the way, as we fix your problem.

Our belief is that through education and the use of state-of-the-art technology, Apex Wildlife Control will continue to thrive as the Memphis areas #1 wildlife removal experts. We promise to protect your property and families from the hazards of nuisance wildlife, while guaranteeing that all animals will be handled and removed with safe, humane practices. As trappers, we remove nuisance wildlife, often times relocating them to one of our 2 private animal reserves.

Apex Wildlife Control Experts:

You may recognize our wildlife control experts by their trucks and uniform. All our experts are clean shaven, and handle themselves in trustworthy, professional manners. As trained wildlife removal experts, they understand how to hand a variety of wildlife species and the problems they present. Our experts and technicians are prepared, at all times, to service your needs in removing nuisance wildlife or repairing property breaches.  Whatever the size of the job, when you hire Apex Wildlife Control, our experts on the field, and behind the desk, serve you!

Nuisance Wildlife Forecast

As spring nears its end, household wildlife activity begins to decline. This decline is attributed to rising temperatures, which in turn creates hotter attics. However, as prevalent cold fronts continue to sweep the area, combined with the remainder of the spring season, many people will continue to see activity. For the next few weeks, as result, animals such as raccoons, squirrels, and rats will remain active in attics across the greater Memphis area. Until the infamous Memphis climate begins to heat up,  wildlife such as these will still pose a threat to properties and households in the area. Apex Wildlife Control, in our continuous effort to educate and inform our clients, wishes to keep you updated on what you can do to limit activity during these remaining weeks of spring.

Apex Wildlife Control, in our continuous effort to educate and inform our clients, wishes to keep you updated on what you can do to limit activity during these remaining weeks of spring. 

As always, Apex Wildlife Control must advise that all nuisance wildlife problems be handled with caution and respect towards the animal. It is always best to consult one of our trained technicians before ever attempting a DIY wildlife removal. There are a variety of different methods for removing wildlife, depending on the nuisance species, and there isn't one technique that works for all.

Exclusion is the only way to prevent problems

As such, the best method will always be proper exclusion, which will prevent problems from every occurring. When entry points, such as holes, are plugged, then wildlife won't find its way into your attic. If, however, you have holes in your roof or side panels, no technique will be worth your time without first closing the door. As Charles Harris, CEO of Apex Wildlife, says, "It's like having a fly problem, and keeping the door open. You can't get rid of the flies until you shut the door."

How to Keep Wildlife Outside Your Attic

Do you hear scratching, whining, skittering, or other noises in your attic? Do these noises persist exclusively throughout the day or night? Further, are these noises accompanied by odd smells, stains, or droppings? If any of the aforementioned signs are present, then it's likely you're facing some sort of nuisance wildlife problem. Don't worry, Apex Wildlife Control is here to help.

Apex Wildlife Control wants to help you keep you and your property safe from nuisance wildlife. However, DIY wildlife control is limited, and thus we always recommend at least consulting with a professional. Wildlife of any size or species should always be handled humanely, safely, and with respect for both the animal's, and your own, health. Importantly, some states may require licensing and permission to remove or terminate certain species. 

DIY wildlife control is limited, and thus we always recommend at least consulting with a professional

Signs of Animal Activity

So, you've made it this far, and you're certain that the scratching in your attic isn't a ghost. Looking for these signs may point to the culprit:

• Nests around the attic, especially near the insulation
• Urine stains, smells, or droppings 
• Chewed insulation, electric wiring, and ducts

If you've inspected your attic or crawlspaces, and have found any of these signs, then you can rest assured that you, indeed, have a problem. The extent of the droppings, nests, and further damage may point to the exact species of animal you are dealing with.

As always, Apex Wildlife Control offers a wide range of services, which can be viewed here. 

Ridding Your Attic of Wildlife

You've heard the hissing, scampering, and crawling, and you've seen the further physical evidence--now what? Now it's time to get dirty and survey the entire property for any entry points, which there definitely will be. Finding the entry-point can be time consuming and lead you into the most dangerous parts of your property, such as roofs, ducts, and chimneys. It is with the most sincerity that Apex Wildlife Control recommends consulting a trained company to perform this exclusion. Apex Wildlife Control has the trained, licensed, and insured professionals to complete any exclusion job. We have the tools and the experience to solve your problem.

Effective exclusion can prevent further incidents

Exclusion is carried out by surveying the area that is being affected by wildlife. If it's an attic, it's likely there's a hole in the roofing, side panel, or walls. Old houses are often times more susceptible to damage from weather, age, and wildlife. Take your time during this exclusion, leave no part of your attic unchecked. 

Once you have found any, and all, possible breaches in your property, it's time to seal out the wildlife. This can be done by sealing the hole with wire, wood, or other barriers. Apex Wildlife Control offers restoration and all these services, performed by trained professionals. 

During this process, it can be normal not to have seen the animal. This is because often times they are outside collecting food and water. Mostly these animals prefer to sleep in the nest they have built in your attic. You will want to seal them while they are outside. If, however, they are present, we at Apex Wildlife Control recommend keeping a safe distance and trapping to remove the unwanted critters. 

Apex Wildlife Control

Apex Wildlife Control continues to provide excellence in nuisance wildlife control to the Mid-South region. In our efforts to provide quality services, we also seek to educate our community on wildlife and the challenges they may pose to your home and property. It is our hope that, through education and the purchasing of our services, we can spread awareness, thus solving your problem. We want you to know that Apex Wildlife Control understands the stress, fear, and anxiety that nuisance wildlife problems create for your family and property. Apex Wildlife Control is here to help.

Nuisance Wildlife: the Threat to Your Property

Nuisance Wildlife, if left unchecked, can cause severe damage to your property. This property damage adds up cumulatively, thus worsening over time. What starts out as mere scratching in your walls, attic, or chimney may turn into a number of issues. Apex Wildlife Control provides education, as well as removal and exclusion. This exclusion service that we offer, ensures that once the animal is removed, no further species will exploit the entry point. 

What starts out as mere scratching in your walls, attic, or chimney may turn into a number of issues

This idea works similar to having a doorway left open, thus allowing insects into your home. Not until you close the door, will the problem be solved. Apex Wildlife Control excels in exclusion services. We won't stop until your property is checked for entry points, and your problem is solved! As previously stated, if left unchecked, nuisance wildlife problems can cause a number of problems to your property. These issues vary and depend on factors such as the species of wildlife, but a few of the most common problems that breaches cause are:

1. Animal Bites, Poison, and Stings—Wildlife such as snakes, yellow jackets, and bees present a hazard to your health! Often times, our customers have no idea that an entry point has been breached and a colony of poisonous wildlife has moved in. This presents even more problems. Apex Wildlife Control offers a consultation, wherein we will inspect your property for all entry points. 
2. Disease and Health Problems—Rabies, Histoplasmosis, and Lyme Disease are but a small list of health hazards that nuisance wildlife can carry into your home. When exclusion services are purchased, you can rest easy knowing that disease-carrying animals will not be present.
3. Fire Hazards—Perhaps the most common issue, unfortunately, is fire hazards that present themselves when animals invade a home. The most common issues center around common rodents, such as mice and rats, that chew through wires. These chewed up wires then present fire hazards that cause 20% of all house fires (Kelly, Jerry III).

Sources:

Kelly, Jerry III. http://www.homeinspectionsbyjerrykellyiii.com/RodentsFires.html

Wildlife Problems? We can solve it!

Wildlife Problem? We can solve it! Don't take our word for it. Read what one of our customers has to say about us:


My experience with Apex Wildlife Control has been exceptional. I had a particularly nasty problem with roof rats and Apex stayed with the job until it was completely resolved. Apex does good quality work, goes above and beyond to solve the problem and Is always true to their word. A few weeks ago I found that I had moles in a new lawn. There was no question who I was going to call, Apex!

- Jack Quinland

Customer service is what we have built our business on. We strive to make each one of our customers happy.

Removing Unwanted Wildlife

Do you have unwanted wildlife? we can trap it for you!

Baby Raccoon Removal

Apex Wildlife Control believe in humane treatment of animals.  Once we remove the critters like this raccoon from your house we do our best to do the right thing.  If you have a wildlife issue give us a call we can take care of it for you. 901-598-8555 or  apexwildlifecontrol.com

Baby Raccoon Relocation

One of the best parts of the job is getting to give a second change to baby raccoons.

If you have ever wondered what happened to the animals that we catch this video explains one of the things that happens.

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Humane Treatment of Baby Foxes

One of the best parts of the job is taking care of baby foxes.

Calvary Episcopal Church Bee Removal

We took good care of the church and the bees.

Rat Removal in Memphis: What You Need To Know About Rats, Mice and Rodents...

Rat Removal in Memphis: What You Need To Know About Rats, Mice and Rodents...: What you need to know about rats, mice, and rodents. There are two types of rats commonly found in the city of Memphis and surrounding Mid-S...

Feeding and Watering a Rare Black Opossum

ABC 24 Coverage of Apex Wildlife Repair work at Eureka True Vine Baptist...

Repairing Holes and Entry Points of Rats, Squirrels, Mice, Opossums, and Raccoons

Tuesday, Apex Wildlife Control repaired holes and entry points for rats, mice, squirrels, opossums, and raccoons at Eureka True Vine Baptist Church.  Apex had previously been out and set over 40 traps to catch the different species of critters. The repairs needed to Eureka True Vine were extensive and Apex stepped up to help!

Apex Wildlife Control Field Staff and CEO

 The rodents and other animals had made multiple entry points into the house of worship. Rodents had chewed through brick and mortar to get into the church.

Apex located the hole made by the critter and then sealed them with mortar and foam.

Mr. Harris preparing mortar to put in entry point hole

One of the holes that was sealed 

Apex uses a quick drying hard foam for the hard to seal places. Two of the wildlife specialists are sealing cracks between the roof and a load baring wall. The church is repainting the ceiling and then dropping it down six inches.

Apex employees were not the only people there.  Several of the church members showed up to help paint and clean up.

Church member painting 

Church member cleaning

Everyone pitched in to help repair the church so that it can be used to reach out into the community.  Apex did more than just find and seal holes were animals were getting in at.  The employees of Apex did other repairs.  A group of men replaced missing part of the roof.

Nicholas, Nick, and Tony looking to replace missing fascia board for the roof.

Tony putting screws in the fascia board

Patrick cleaning out the rotten wood from hole in the roof.

Charles and Patrick putting up new fascia board.

The news of what was going on got the attention of several of the local news stations.  Each station did a story on the work being done.  The reporting of what Apex was doing encouraged other companies to help out!

Mr. Harris being interview by Fox 13

Camera man doing some establishing shots

Now that Apex is done with the work, Eureka True Vine is moving forward with their ministry. They will no longer have to worry about four legged furry friends living in the church.

Coyote Caught in Cordova, TN

Trap and Release of Animals

Apex Wildlife Control believes in trap and release.  After, we remove a raccoon, opossum, or squirrel we release them into one of our wildlife reserves.

 

Humane Animal Removal in Memphis: Squirrels, Opossums, and Rats

Watch the news coverage from our humane trapping and removal work at Eureka True Vine Baptist Church. For more information on trapping services visit our website Apex Wildlife Control .

Raccoons, Rats and Squirrels! Living in a House of Worship

Eureka True Vine Baptist Church

Raccoons, Rats and Squirrels! OH MY! You will find these animals at Eureka True Vine Baptist Church.  Eureka in the last year has dealt with vandals, thieves, and now animals.   We at Apex Wildlife Control believe in helping out our community.  When we received the call about raccoons and rats at Eureka we were more than willing to help! 

We came prepared!

On Tuesday a group of our men along with the owner went down to set up traps to remove those nasty little critters from the church.

Our guys making a game plan.
Left to Right: Nick, Rich, Josh, and Nicholas

Channel 3 was there at the church to do a story about the trapping job.

Rich shares the steps we take when we investigate a location.  

Charlies Harris share about giving back to the community.

Raccoons  traps

The crew of guys set up squirrel traps, rat traps, 

and raccoon traps about 40 in all.  We set traps by the dumpster, by the trees, in the kitchen and in the ceiling.  The setting of the traps is just the first stage of what we plan to do at Eureka True Vine Baptist.

Fake rock rat tap.

The fake rock rat trap is a great option to put inside of a building.

Squirrel trap under a tree.

We set out several of these squirrel traps all round the property.

Moles, Voles! What's the Difference.

It might surprise you to know that while Moles and Voles have similar names they are two very different species.

Voles, also called meadow mice or field mice they usually are brown or gray,though many color variations exist. Voles may be cute but can cause a lot of damage to your property.  Voles eat the root system of a wide variety of plants, shrubs and grass starving the plants of nutrients.  The Vole live in a system of tunnels that they dig under the ground.  

Moles also live under grown and can cause a lot of damage to your yard.  Unlike the Voles, Moles eat grubs, earthworms and insects.  Moles burrow close to the surface which can cause ridges to form in your yard.