Silver Bullet Pest ControlSquirrel Removal in River Edge, NJ (and Raccoons, Too)
Scratching over the bedroom ceiling every morning, a raccoon walking the roof at night, or a hole in the soffit you just noticed from the driveway? River Edge's mature trees and the Hackensack River give squirrels and raccoons everything they need. Silver Bullet Pest Control gets them out with one-way doors, seals every entry point and repairs what they damaged.
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How does squirrel removal in River Edge, NJ work?
Squirrel removal in River Edge, NJ works best by exclusion: Silver Bullet Pest Control inspects the attic, roofline, soffits, vents and chimney, puts a one-way door on the main entry so the squirrels leave on their own, then seals every entry point so they can't get back in. Raccoons are handled the same way with heavier sealing. We also repair chewed wood, replace soiled insulation with HEPA cleanup and remove dead animals. Free estimates; NJ License 90568B. Call or text 973-510-2585.
River Edge's trees, river and homes — why wildlife moves in
River Edge is a small, leafy Bergen County borough, mostly single-family homes on quiet streets. The Hackensack River runs along the east side of town, and Historic New Bridge Landing sits right on its banks. Van Saun County Park is just over the line in Paramus. Between the riverbank, the park and the big old trees on almost every block, squirrels and raccoons have food, cover and a quick route to your roof.
A lot of the houses here are Cape Cods, colonials and split-levels, many with additions put on over the years. Those additions matter: the spot where a new roof meets an old one is one of the most common places we find squirrel holes.
River Edge borders Oradell, Paramus, Hackensack and New Milford, with Teaneck just across the river. We drive over from our base in Garfield — usually 15 to 20 minutes depending on traffic on Route 4 and the local roads — and same-day visits are often available.
What's that noise in my River Edge attic?
The time of day is the best clue. Here's how it usually breaks down:
| When you hear it | What it sounds like | Most likely |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrise and late afternoon | Quick running, rolling, gnawing | Gray squirrels |
| All night, light and busy | Soft scurrying, small chirps | Flying squirrels or mice |
| Late night, heavy | Slow thumps, dragging, walking | Raccoon |
| Spring nights, high-pitched | Chirring or crying | Raccoon kits with their mother |
| Dusk, near the roof peak | Flutter or scratching just after sunset | Possibly bats |
Night-only scurrying? Read about flying squirrel removal. Something at dusk by the roof peak? See bat exclusion. More on attic noises.
Weak spots we check on River Edge houses
Where additions meet
Where a second-story addition or dormer meets the old roof, gaps open in the trim. Squirrels find them fast.
Gable and roof vents
Thin screens and plastic vent covers are easy to chew or tear. We cover them so air still flows but animals can't get in.
Chimneys
An uncapped chimney is a ready-made raccoon den. We install chimney caps once the animal is out.
Branches over the roof
A limb hanging over the gutter is a squirrel's front door. Trim it back after the exclusion is done.
See squirrels in the attic for the signs to look for from the yard.
Squirrel removal River Edge NJ homeowners can rely on: our steps
No trapping, no hauling animals away. Just a one-way way out and a sealed house:
Full inspection
We go over the attic, roofline, soffits, fascia, vents and chimney and find every hole and weak spot, not just the obvious one.
Check for a nest
We look for young before sealing anything, so no babies are left behind.
Seal and install the one-way door
Secondary gaps are sealed with chew-resistant material, and a one-way door goes on the main entry.
Confirm they're gone
When the activity stops, we remove the door and seal the last hole permanently.
Repair and clean
We fix chewed wood and, if needed, remove soiled insulation, do HEPA cleanup and put new insulation in.
Learn how one-way door squirrel exclusion works, or see our main squirrel removal, exclusion and damage repair page.
Raccoon removal in River Edge, NJ
Raccoons in the attic
- A roof vent or soffit torn open
- Heavy walking at night
- Latrine piles in one spot
We find the den, check for kits, and use a one-way exit so the raccoon leaves on its own. Then the opening is closed with heavy material it can't pull apart.
Raccoons in the chimney
- Scratching inside the flue
- Chirring kits in spring
- Debris in the fireplace
Once the raccoon is out of the chimney, we install a chimney cap so the flue can't be used as a den again.
Under decks, porches and sheds
- Dug-out holes along the edge
- Torn-up lawn
- A musky smell under the deck
After the raccoon leaves, we install buried mesh barriers under decks, porches and sheds so it can't dig its way back.
Babies, smells and dead animals
Gray squirrels in New Jersey usually have young in late winter and again in summer, and raccoons have kits in spring. If the mother is shut out while the babies are inside, two bad things happen: she tears a new hole to get back to them, or the babies die and the attic starts to smell.
That's why we look for a nest before we seal anything and plan the timing so the young leave with their mother. We never seal in an occupied nest.
Hear squeaking or crying in the ceiling? Don't block the hole. Call or text 973-510-2585 first.
If an animal has already died in the attic, a wall or the yard, we do dead animal removal and odor treatment. A sweet, rotten smell that gets worse on warm days is the usual sign. See dead animal removal and baby squirrel and raccoon season.
After the animals are out: who does what
| Job | We do it | You can help |
|---|---|---|
| Sealing entry points | Every hole and weak spot, with chew-resistant materials | Tell us if you see new chewing |
| Soffit, fascia and trim | We repair chewed and torn wood ourselves | — |
| Insulation | Removal, HEPA cleanup, odor control and new insulation | Keep stored boxes out of the work area |
| Chimney and vents | Chimney caps and vent guards | — |
| Trees | — | Trim branches back from the roof |
| Trash and bird feeders | — | Tight lids; bring feeders in at night |
Bigger repairs are covered on our wildlife damage repair page. More prevention ideas: squirrel and raccoon prevention tips.
What goes into a River Edge squirrel or raccoon estimate
Estimates are free and given after we see the house. We don't quote a flat price over the phone because two houses on the same street can need very different work. The main factors:
- Number of entry points and weak spots that need sealing.
- Roof height and pitch — a ranch is quicker than a steep two-story colonial.
- Young in the nest, which can change timing and visits.
- Cleanup and repair — insulation, wood repair, chimney cap or deck mesh.
See squirrel removal cost and raccoon removal cost for a deeper look.
Related squirrel and raccoon pages
Get a Free Squirrel & Raccoon Estimate in River Edge
Tell us what you're hearing and when, and send a photo of the roofline if you can. We'll give you a free estimate and walk you through the plan.
Why River Edge homeowners call us
- Squirrels in the attic every morning
- A raccoon in the chimney or under the deck
- A hole where the addition meets the roof
- A dead-animal smell in the ceiling
- Damage that needs real repair, not a patch
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Squirrel & Raccoon Removal Questions from River Edge
How much does squirrel removal cost in River Edge?
It depends on how many entry points there are, the roof, whether there are babies and how much cleanup and repair is needed. We give a free estimate after seeing the house; our squirrel removal cost page explains the factors.
How long until the squirrels are gone?
The sealing and one-way door usually go on in one visit, and most squirrels leave within a few days. Then we seal the last hole for good.
Do you trap and relocate squirrels or raccoons?
No. We use exclusion with one-way doors so the animals leave on their own, then seal every entry point. Relocating wildlife is regulated in New Jersey.
What happens if there are babies?
We check for young first and never seal in an occupied nest. The work is timed so the babies leave with their mother.
Can you get rid of a dead animal smell?
Yes. We find and remove dead animals from attics, walls and yards and treat the odor.
Does homeowners insurance cover squirrel or raccoon damage?
Coverage depends on your policy, and animal damage is often handled differently from storm damage. Talk to your agent before repairs start; photos of the damage help.
Do you repair the damage?
Yes. We repair chewed soffits, fascia and trim, replace insulation with HEPA cleanup, and install chimney caps, vent guards and buried mesh under decks.
Is it flying squirrels or gray squirrels?
Gray squirrels are loudest at sunrise and late afternoon. Flying squirrels are active all night. We handle both.
Will they come back after you seal the house?
Not through the openings we've sealed. Trimming branches away from the roof helps keep them from testing new spots.
How far are you from River Edge?
We're based in Garfield, usually 15 to 20 minutes away, and same-day visits are often available.
Are you licensed for wildlife removal?
Yes. Licensed by the NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife for wildlife work, NJ pesticide License 90568B, with over 15 years of experience.
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Updated November 2026 by the Silver Bullet Pest Control team, Garfield, NJ • NJ License 90568B