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Squirrel & Raccoon Proofing in Montclair, NJ
Squirrels in the attic or a raccoon in the chimney? Silver Bullet Pest Control gets wildlife out of Montclair homes humanely and seals every entry point with steel so it stays out.
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Why squirrels and raccoons get into Montclair homes
Montclair has Brookdale Park, Mills Reservation, Edgemont Park and some of the oldest street trees in the area, which supports a healthy population of squirrels and raccoons close to homes. Much of the housing is large older homes — Victorians, Tudors and colonials — with complex rooflines, slate and big attics.
Big, old homes with slate roofs and wooden cornices need careful work. We repair and seal without damaging slate or historic trim.
How it works
- Inspect every opening and check for young.
- Exclude with one-way doors.
- Seal the rest with steel.
- Close the last holes once the animals are out.
- Repair damage and clean up.
How to tell what you have
Daytime noise — especially early morning — points to squirrels. Night-time thumping and chattering points to raccoons; lighter night scratching to mice or rats. Look for chewed wood at roof corners (squirrels) or torn vents and soffits (raccoons). Our attic noise guide goes deeper.
Year-round, but busiest in spring and fall
Raccoon kits are born in spring; gray squirrels have litters in late winter and late summer, and look for warm attics through fall and winter. Montclair homes are safest sealed before the next season starts. More on timing: baby season in NJ.
What we do in Montclair
- One-way doors so animals leave on their own
- Full roofline, chimney and attic inspection
- Repair of chewed soffits, fascia and roof returns
- Heavy-gauge screens on gable, ridge and roof vents
- Stainless steel chimney caps
- Attic cleanup and insulation replacement
- Every gap sealed with galvanized steel mesh and flashing
Details on each service: squirrel proofing, raccoon proofing, chimney caps and damage repair.
Squirrel & raccoon problems we check for in Montclair
Map – Montclair, NJ
Wildlife services in Montclair
- Squirrel Proofing in New Jersey
- Raccoon Proofing in New Jersey
- Animal Proofing & Wildlife Exclusion in New Jersey
- Chimney Animal Proofing & Chimney Caps in New Jersey
- Wildlife Damage Repair in New Jersey
- Animal entry point sealing
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Tips & common questions
- Squirrels in the Attic: 9 Signs and What to Do
- Noises in the Attic: Squirrels, Rats, Mice or Raccoons?
- How Raccoons Get Into Attics (and How to Stop Them)
- Raccoon in the Chimney: What to Do (and What Not To)
- One-Way Doors: How Squirrel & Raccoon Exclusion Works
- Squirrel Damage to Soffits, Fascia, Vents and Wires
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- Getting Rid of Mice in the Attic
- Rodent Exclusion
- Dryer Vent Mesh Cover
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Montclair wildlife proofing — FAQ
Why do I have squirrels or raccoons in Montclair?
Montclair has Brookdale Park, Mills Reservation, Edgemont Park and some of the oldest street trees in the area near homes, and much of the housing is large older homes — Victorians, Tudors and colonials — with complex rooflines, slate and big attics. Big, old homes with slate roofs and wooden cornices need careful work. We repair and seal without damaging slate or historic trim.
Do you repair the damage too?
Yes. We repair chewed soffits, fascia, roof returns and vents and reinforce them with steel, so you don’t need a separate contractor.
Is there a raccoon risk to my pets in Montclair?
Raccoons can carry rabies and roundworm. Keep pets away from them and their droppings, and secure pet food outdoors.
Do you clean the attic after animals leave?
Yes. We remove droppings and soiled insulation, treat the area and can replace insulation.
How fast can you come out to Montclair?
We schedule Montclair inspections quickly, often within a few days, and sooner for animals in the living space. Call 973-510-2585.
Schedule today
Call 973-510-2585, text us or request a free quote online. Silver Bullet Pest Control serves Montclair and every town in Essex County.