Silver Bullet Pest ControlSquirrel Removal Secaucus NJ and Raccoon Removal Near the Meadowlands
A raccoon on the roof of your townhouse at 2 a.m., squirrels chewing the trim of a single-family home, or a smell coming from the ceiling of a unit? Silver Bullet Pest Control removes squirrels and raccoons from Secaucus homes, townhouses and buildings with one-way exclusion, then seals the openings and repairs the damage.
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Text a photo of the roof, vent or hole to 973-510-2585 — and tell us if you share a roof or attic with a neighbor.
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Who handles squirrel removal in Secaucus, NJ?
Silver Bullet Pest Control handles squirrel removal in Secaucus, NJ with one-way exclusion: we seal the extra gaps, put a one-way door on the main entry so the squirrels leave by themselves, then permanently close it and repair the chewed wood. In Secaucus we're called for raccoons at least as often, and raccoon removal works the same way, plus chimney caps, dead animal removal, and HEPA attic cleanup with insulation replacement where needed. We're based in Garfield, about 10 miles north, and estimates are free. NJ License 90568B. Call or text 973-510-2585.
Raccoon removal in Secaucus, NJ: why the Meadowlands matter
Secaucus is surrounded by water and marsh. The Hackensack River runs along the west side of town, and the Meadowlands wetlands wrap around much of it. Laurel Hill Park and Mill Creek Point Park sit right on the river. For raccoons, that's ideal country: they feed along the water's edge at night, and there's always a dumpster, a recycling bin or a bowl of pet food close by.
The result is that raccoons are a bigger part of the wildlife picture here than in leafier towns farther north. Squirrels are still common in the older residential parts of town and wherever there are mature yard and street trees and park trees, but many of our Secaucus calls start with a raccoon on a roof, in a chimney or under a deck.
We serve Secaucus from Garfield, about 10 miles north — usually a 20 to 25 minute drive by Route 17 and Route 3, depending on traffic — and same-day visits are often available. We also work in nearby North Bergen, Jersey City and Kearny.
House, townhouse or building? What changes
| Type of property | Common entry points | Who needs to be involved |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family home | Soffit corners, gable vents, roof vents, chimneys, porch roofs | Just you |
| Townhouse or condo | Roof vents, shared soffits, gaps where units meet, decks and patios | You and usually the HOA or management, since roofs and exteriors are often common property |
| Two-family or small rental | Chimneys, rear additions, porch roofs, gaps around utility lines | The owner or landlord; tenants should report noises early |
| Commercial or warehouse | Roof edges, rooftop units, gaps around doors and loading areas | Facility or property manager |
Running a business or warehouse? See our commercial pest control page too.
Signs of raccoons or squirrels in your Secaucus home
Raccoon on the roof
- Heavy thumping overhead at night
- Roof vent knocked loose or torn
- Shingles pulled up at the roof edge
Raccoons climb downspouts, fences and trees to reach the roof, then tear into the weakest spot — often a plastic roof vent or a soft soffit panel.
Damage in the attic or ceiling
- Flattened or soiled insulation
- Stains on a top-floor ceiling
- Ammonia or musty smell
A raccoon den in the attic means droppings, urine and torn insulation. Top-floor ceiling stains are often the first thing townhouse owners notice.
Squirrel activity at daybreak
- Scurrying at sunrise and late afternoon
- A round chewed hole in trim
- Squirrels on wires leading to the house
If the noise is in the morning instead of at night, it's more likely a squirrel than a raccoon. Squirrels chew neat, round holes.
Squirrel removal in Secaucus, NJ
Gray squirrels in Secaucus follow the trees. Homes on blocks with big yard or street trees, and homes near the parks, see the most squirrel trouble. Squirrels run along branches and utility wires, drop onto the roof, and chew into the house at:
- Soffit and fascia corners, especially where boards are older or softened by moisture
- Gable vents with thin screens
- Gaps where an addition or porch roof meets the main house
- Under rooftop solar panels, where we can install mesh critter guards
Squirrels chew constantly, and in an attic that can mean wiring. If we find chewed wires, we'll point them out so you can have an electrician check them. For the full method, see our main page on squirrel removal, exclusion and damage repair and what squirrels can chew through.
How we get squirrels and raccoons out
Inspect
Attic, roofline, soffits, vents and chimney, plus decks and porches. We find the main entry and every weak spot.
Check for young
If there's a nest with babies, we time the exclusion so they leave with their mother. We never block an occupied nest.
Exclude
Other gaps are sealed and a one-way door goes on the main entry. The animals leave on their own and can't get back in.
Seal and repair
Once they're out, we close the hole for good, repair chewed wood, and add chimney caps, vent guards or buried mesh under decks where needed.
We don't trap and haul animals away. Learn more about one-way door squirrel exclusion and raccoon proofing.
Health risks, cleanup and dead animal removal
Raccoon latrines
Raccoons pile droppings in one spot, and those droppings can carry roundworm eggs. Latrines need careful HEPA cleanup.
Rabies risk
Raccoons are one of the main rabies carriers in New Jersey. Never corner or handle one, and keep pets away.
Insulation and odor
We remove soiled insulation, replace it where needed, and treat the attic for odor so it doesn't draw the next animal.
Dead animal removal
A smell in a wall or ceiling often means a dead animal. We find it, remove it and treat the area.
More: raccoon latrine cleanup and dead animal removal.
What affects the cost in Secaucus
Estimates are free and come after we've looked at the property. The main things that change the price:
- Number of entry points and how spread out they are.
- Type of building — a single-family home versus a row of townhouses or a commercial roof.
- Access — roof height and whether we need building access.
- Babies, which can change timing and the number of visits.
- Repairs and cleanup — chewed wood, chimney caps, insulation replacement, latrine cleanup.
See raccoon removal cost and squirrel removal cost for more detail.
More pages for Secaucus and Hudson County
Free Squirrel & Raccoon Estimate in Secaucus
Tell us what you hear and when, whether you share a roof with neighbors, and send a photo if you can. We'll inspect and give you a free estimate.
Why Secaucus residents call us
- A raccoon on the roof or in the chimney at night
- Ceiling stains or a smell in a top-floor unit
- Squirrels chewing the trim at daybreak
- A raccoon living under the deck or patio
- A dead-animal smell that's getting worse
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Squirrel & Raccoon Removal in Secaucus: Questions
How much does raccoon or squirrel removal cost in Secaucus?
It depends on the number of entry points, the type of building, access, and the repair and cleanup needed, so we give a free estimate after the inspection. See squirrel removal cost for the main factors.
How long does it take?
Sealing and installing the one-way door is usually one visit. The animals tend to leave within a few days, and we return to close the main hole for good.
Do you trap raccoons?
No. We use one-way doors and sealing so raccoons and squirrels leave on their own and can't come back. We don't trap and haul animals away.
What if a raccoon has babies in my attic or chimney?
We check for young first and never block an occupied nest. The exclusion is timed so the young can leave with their mother.
There's a bad smell in my ceiling. Can you remove a dead animal?
Yes. We do dead animal removal from attics, walls, ceilings and yards and treat the area for odor.
Will insurance pay for raccoon damage?
Some homeowner and condo policies cover sudden animal damage and many exclude it, so check with your insurer and, for condos, your association. Photos of the damage help.
Do you repair raccoon and squirrel damage?
Yes. We repair chewed soffits, fascia and trim ourselves, install chimney caps and vent guards, and replace soiled insulation where needed.
I live in a townhouse. Can you work on the roof?
Often the roof and exterior belong to the association, so we may need HOA or management approval first. We're glad to explain what we found to your board or manager.
Are squirrels or raccoons more common in Secaucus?
Both show up, but with the Meadowlands and the river so close, raccoons are a big share of the calls. Squirrels are most common near big yard, street and park trees.
Do you come to Secaucus from Garfield?
Yes. We're about 10 miles north in Garfield, and same-day visits 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 mapaches y ardillas en Secaucus?
Sí. Sacamos mapaches y ardillas 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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Based in Garfield, serving Hudson, Bergen, Passaic and Essex counties.
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Updated November 2026 by the Silver Bullet Pest Control team, Garfield, NJ • NJ License 90568B