Silver Bullet Pest ControlSquirrel Removal Fair Lawn NJ — and Raccoon Removal Too
Scratching over the bedroom ceiling at sunrise? A torn roof vent on your Cape Cod, or something heavy walking in the attic at 2 a.m.? Silver Bullet Pest Control gets squirrels and raccoons out of Fair Lawn homes with one-way doors, seals every way back in, and repairs and cleans up what they left behind.
NJ License 90568B • Licensed by NJ Fish & Wildlife for wildlife work • 15+ years • Based in Garfield, just south of Fair Lawn • Free estimates • Hablamos español
Text a photo of the hole, the vent or the roof corner to 973-510-2585. We can often tell squirrel from raccoon from the photo alone.
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Who does squirrel removal in Fair Lawn, NJ?
Silver Bullet Pest Control does squirrel removal in Fair Lawn, NJ, along with raccoon removal, using exclusion: we seal the house, put a one-way door on the main entry so the animals leave on their own, then close that last opening for good. We're based in Garfield, usually about 10 to 15 minutes south of Fair Lawn depending on traffic, and we also repair chewed soffits and trim, replace soiled attic insulation with HEPA cleanup, and remove dead animals. Free estimates, NJ License 90568B. Call or text 973-510-2585.
Squirrel removal in Fair Lawn NJ starts with the house you live in
Fair Lawn is a town of established neighborhoods and big shade trees, and that's exactly what gray squirrels and raccoons like. The house style makes a real difference in where they get in and how we fix it:
- Cape Cods and colonials from the middle of the 1900s. Dormers, short roof returns and wood soffits are the classic squirrel spots. The corner where a dormer meets the main roof is often the first place we look.
- Split-levels and homes with additions. Every place a newer roof joins an older one leaves a seam. Squirrels find those seams, and raccoons pull them apart.
- Radburn. The planned neighborhood from the late 1920s groups homes around shared parks and walkways, with some houses close together or attached. An animal in one attic can be a problem for the neighbor too, so we look at the whole roofline you share.
- Homes near the water and the green edges. The Passaic River runs along Fair Lawn's western side, and the Saddle River and its county park greenway run along the Paramus side. Wooded strips like these give raccoons cover and squirrels a steady food supply.
Mature oaks and maples over the roof are the other big factor. A branch within a few feet of the gutter is a bridge straight to your attic. Trimming helps, but only after the animals are out and the holes are sealed.
Signs you have squirrels or raccoons, not just a noisy house
A round, chewed hole up high
- A hole about the size of a tennis ball
- Chewed corners on soffit or fascia
- Leaves or insulation poking out of a vent
Gray squirrels chew their way in at the top of the house. Watch the roof for a few minutes in the morning: a squirrel using the same spot over and over is a nest.
Heavy steps after dark
- Thumping or walking sounds at night
- A torn-up roof vent or soffit panel
- Shingles or vent pieces on the lawn
Raccoons don't chew a neat hole. They pull, rip and push. If the damage looks forced and the noise is at night, think raccoon.
Squeaking, chirping or crying
- High-pitched sounds in one spot
- Activity that suddenly increases in spring
- A mother coming and going more often
Young in the attic change the plan. We never seal a mother away from her babies, so call before you block anything.
Squirrel or raccoon? Quick ways to tell
| Clue | Gray squirrel | Raccoon |
|---|---|---|
| Time you hear it | Sunrise and late afternoon | Dusk, the middle of the night, before dawn |
| Sound | Quick scurrying, rolling, scratching | Slow, heavy walking; thumps; growls or chatter |
| Entry | Chewed hole, often at a soffit corner or vent | Ripped vent, pushed-in soffit, open chimney |
| Droppings | Small, scattered | Large, piled in one bathroom spot (a latrine) |
| Outside clues | Running the wires and gutters | Tipped trash cans, dug-up lawn, muddy prints on siding |
| Biggest risk | Chewed wiring, soiled insulation | Torn roof parts, latrine waste, a mother defending kits |
Light scratching all night may be mice instead. Compare the sounds on our attic noises guide, or see mice removal in Fair Lawn.
How we get squirrels and raccoons out of Fair Lawn homes
Inspect the whole outside and the attic
Roofline, soffits, fascia, roof and gable vents, the chimney, dormers and additions, then the attic itself for nests, young, latrines and damage.
Seal every opening but one
Secondary holes and weak spots are closed with chew-resistant materials, so the animals have one way in and out.
Put a one-way door on the main entry
The animals leave to feed like they always do and can't get back in. No trapping, no hauling them off.
Close the last hole and repair
Once the attic is quiet, the one-way door comes off, the opening is sealed for good, and we repair the damaged wood and plan any cleanup.
See how the device works on our one-way door squirrel exclusion page, or read our main squirrel removal, exclusion and damage repair guide.
Raccoon removal in Fair Lawn NJ: chimneys, decks and garages
Raccoons are strong, smart and patient. In Fair Lawn we find them in three main places:
- Chimneys. An uncapped flue is a dry, safe den, and mother raccoons often use one in spring. Don't light a fire to drive one out. We get the animal out and install a chimney cap so it can't happen again. More on raccoons in the chimney.
- The attic. They tear open roof vents and soffit panels, flatten insulation, and pick one corner as a bathroom. That latrine is the part you don't want to leave behind. Read about raccoon latrine cleanup.
- Under decks, porches and sheds. Low, dark spaces in the backyard make easy dens. After the animal is out, we install buried mesh barriers so it can't dig back under.
Don't corner a raccoon. Raccoons can carry rabies, and their droppings can carry roundworm eggs. Keep kids and pets away, and call or text 973-510-2585.
For the bigger picture, see raccoon removal in New Jersey and how raccoons get into the attic.
Squirrels and raccoons in Fair Lawn through the year
Knowing the season helps you know what's likely up there:
| Season | Squirrels | Raccoons | What to do |
|---|---|---|---|
| Late winter | Mothers look for a warm nest to have young | Mating season; males roam | Get the roofline checked before babies arrive |
| Spring | First litters in attics and walls | Mothers den in attics and chimneys with kits | Call before sealing anything yourself |
| Summer | A second round of young is common | Kits get bigger and noisier | Plan exclusion around the young |
| Fall | Squirrels store food and look for winter shelter | Raccoons eat heavily and look for dens | Seal weak spots and trim branches back |
More detail on timing: baby squirrel and raccoon season in NJ.
After they're out: repair, cleanup and dead animal removal
Soffit, fascia and trim repair
We repair chewed and torn soffits, fascia and trim ourselves, so the same crew handles removal, sealing and repair.
Insulation and HEPA cleanup
Soiled, flattened attic insulation comes out, the attic gets HEPA cleanup and odor control, and new insulation goes back in where needed.
Dead animal removal
A bad smell from a wall or the attic often means an animal died inside. We find it and remove it from the attic, the walls or the yard.
Chimney caps and vent guards
Chimney caps, vent covers and solar panel critter guards keep the next squirrel or raccoon from trying the same spot.
See attic insulation removal and replacement, dead animal removal and squirrel damage to soffit and fascia.
What goes into your Fair Lawn estimate
Estimates are free, and we give them after we've looked at the house. The price depends on the job, not the town:
- How many openings need sealing, from one chewed corner to a whole roofline of weak spots.
- Which animal. Raccoon damage is usually bigger to repair than a squirrel hole.
- Roof height and pitch. A ranch is simpler than a steep two-and-a-half-story colonial.
- Young in the attic, which can change the timing and number of visits.
- Cleanup and repair: insulation, latrine cleanup, wood repair, a chimney cap.
Our squirrel removal cost guide and raccoon removal cost guide explain each factor. Send photos to 973-510-2585 and we'll tell you what we see.
More help for Fair Lawn and nearby towns
Get a Free Squirrel & Raccoon Estimate in Fair Lawn
Tell us what you hear and when, and send a photo of any hole or torn vent. We'll come out, give you a free estimate and explain the plan before any work starts.
Why Fair Lawn homeowners call us
- Scurrying in the ceiling every morning
- Heavy footsteps in the attic at night
- A chewed soffit corner or torn roof vent
- A raccoon in the chimney or under the deck
- A bad smell that won't go away
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Squirrel & Raccoon Removal Questions from Fair Lawn
How much does squirrel removal cost in Fair Lawn?
It depends on how many openings need sealing, the roof height, whether there are young, and how much cleanup and repair is needed. Estimates are free, and our squirrel removal cost page explains each factor.
How long does it take to get squirrels or raccoons out?
Sealing and the one-way door are usually done in one visit. Most animals leave within a few days, and then we come back to close the last opening for good.
Do you trap the animals?
No. We use exclusion: one-way doors let the squirrels or raccoons leave on their own, and the openings are sealed so they can't come back. We don't trap and haul animals away.
What if there are babies in the attic?
We check for young before installing anything and never seal a mother away from her babies. The timing is planned so the young leave with her instead of being trapped inside.
There's a terrible smell in my wall. Can you help?
Yes. That smell is often an animal that died inside. We do dead animal removal from attics, walls and yards, plus odor control and cleanup.
Will my homeowner's insurance pay for the damage?
It depends on your policy. Some cover certain animal damage and others exclude it, so call your insurer and take photos before repairs start.
Can you repair the soffit and roof vents they damaged?
Yes. We repair chewed soffits, fascia and trim ourselves and cover vents so they still breathe but animals can't get through.
Is it safe to deal with a raccoon myself?
It's best not to. Raccoons can carry rabies, and their droppings can carry roundworm eggs, so keep your distance and let a licensed company handle it.
How far are you from Fair Lawn?
We're based in Garfield, usually about 10 to 15 minutes south depending on traffic, and same-day appointments are often available.
Are you licensed for wildlife work?
Yes. We're licensed by the NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife for wildlife work, and our NJ pesticide license is 90568B.
¿Sacan ardillas y mapaches en Fair Lawn?
Sí. Los sacamos con puertas de una sola vía, sellamos las entradas y reparamos el daño. Llame o mande texto al 973-510-2585.
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Updated November 2026 by the Silver Bullet Pest Control team, Garfield, NJ • NJ License 90568B