Do I Need Wildlife Exclusion for My Home? Dec 05, 2025

Yes — if wildlife has entered your home once, you almost always need exclusion work. Exclusion is the process of sealing every entry point so animals cannot return. In North Texas, this is the only long-term solution for squirrels, raccoons, rats, mice, and other nuisance wildlife.

What Wildlife Exclusion Actually Means

Wildlife exclusion is the professional method of closing off gaps, holes, and weak areas around your home where animals enter.

It includes sealing:

• Roofline and fascia gaps
• Soffit openings
• Gable vents and attic vents
• Chewed or damaged wood
• Gaps around AC lines and utilities
• Crawlspace and foundation entry points

Signs You Need Wildlife Exclusion

You may need exclusion work if you notice:

• Scratching or running noises in the attic
• Chewed insulation or wiring
• Droppings in the attic or walls
• Holes or gaps around the roofline
• Animals seen entering or leaving at dawn or dusk

These signs are extremely common across Garland, Rowlett, Rockwall, Wylie, Plano, and North Dallas during cooler months.

Why Wildlife Returns Without Exclusion

North Texas wildlife — especially squirrels, roof rats, mice, raccoons, and opossums — are persistent.

They return because:

• Attics provide warmth
• They’ve already established scent trails
• Babies may have been raised there
• The same entry point remains open

If one animal got in, others can follow.

Texas-Specific Wildlife Behavior to Know

In the DFW area:

• Rats and mice squeeze through gaps as small as a quarter-inch
• Squirrels chew new openings if old ones aren’t properly sealed
• Raccoons return yearly to the same den sites
• Armadillos and skunks dig under foundations and AC pads
• Bats slip into tiny roofline gaps during warm season nights

Seasonal shifts make exclusion essential for long-term prevention.

What Happens During a Professional Exclusion

A Toppers Wildlife Removal technician will:

1. Inspect your attic, roofline, and exterior
2. Identify every active and potential entry point
3. Install chew-proof, weather-resistant materials
4. Ensure animals are removed humanely before sealing
5. Provide recommendations for long-term protection

We use humane, safe methods — never poison.

Why Exclusion Saves Money

Without sealing, wildlife can cause:

• Damaged insulation
• Chewed wiring (fire hazard)
• Contaminated attic spaces
• Costly future infestations

Exclusion prevents repeated service calls and protects your home year-round.

Safe, Humane Recommendation

If you’ve heard noises, seen damage, or even had just one animal removed, schedule an exclusion inspection as soon as possible. This stops future damage and keeps your home secure.

Need Help?

Toppers Wildlife Removal provides full wildlife exclusion throughout North Texas.

Call (214) 846-5554 or book at ToppersWildlifeRemoval.com for a safe, permanent solution.