Wesley Hall, the owner of Premier Wildlife Services has been working with wildlife since the tender age of eight. His father and uncle each started their own wildlife removal companies and instilled in young Hall a love of animals and the desire to help people. Hall spent time learning the industry by working for his dad and his uncle. He knew this would become his career path, and became a certified wildlife operator. For the past 16 years, Hall has been performing wildlife removal in Jacksonville, FL. Hall continues his education each year by attending classes and workshops that support methods that are humane, safe and effective.
When it’s time to call in a professional, Hall recommends the following guidelines when seeking a reliable and experienced wildlife removal company in Jacksonville, FL.
1. Ensure that the company will provide an on-site inspection and a firm written estimate. Make sure that the estimate includes removal of the wildlife, clean-up, access repair and any ongoing follow-up, such as checking traps.
2. Request specific details about how the problem will be resolved and how the animals will be captured. Make sure they employ humane treatment and that poisonous bait is not part of the treatment.
3. Make sure that the company provides a full range of animal-proofing, such as a one-way door. When the access points have been identified, they need to be effectively dealt with and blocked.
4. Obtain a referral from other families in the neighborhood, humane society, or local game agency. Ask these references if the company uses humane practices and to share with you any negative or positive experiences.
5. You can also request written assurance that the company’s practices are in compliance with federal, state and local laws.
6. Whenever possible, obtain price quotes from two or more companies. Evaluate their treatment and guarantee. The cheapest total price may not be the best deal.
7. Check their availability. Wildlife issues may arise at any time of the day or night. You may need a responsive technician in the middle of the night.
8. Many states require special licensing to work with wildlife. A call to your local wildlife agency can confirm requirements and if so, make sure the company has the proper license.
By following Hall’s recommendations, finding a wildlife control company that can identify animal damage and solve wildlife problems should be an easier task. Chances are they will show great respect for you and the wildlife, if they have these traits.