What is wildlife exclusion?

Wildlife exclusion is the process of permanently sealing a home or building against wildlife entry. After animals are removed, every potential entry point — gaps in the roofline, vent openings, soffit and fascia gaps, chimney openings, foundation holes, and pipe penetrations — is sealed with appropriate materials so wildlife cannot re-enter. Exclusion is the permanent solution that prevents recurring infestations. Without it, removal alone is temporary because other animals will find the same openings.

How is exclusion different from wildlife removal?

Wildlife removal is the process of getting animals out of your home. Exclusion is the process of making sure they — and new animals — can't get back in. Both are necessary for a complete solution. Many wildlife companies only perform removal and leave exclusion as an afterthought or upsell. We treat exclusion as essential to every wildlife service we provide.

How do I know if I need wildlife exclusion?

If you've had wildlife removed from your home, you need exclusion. If you're hearing scratching or movement sounds in your attic, walls, or crawlspace, you need an exclusion inspection to find out how they're getting in. If you've had repeated infestations of the same species, it almost certainly means entry points were never properly sealed. A full building envelope inspection will identify all vulnerabilities.

What animals does exclusion work for?

Exclusion is effective for virtually all nuisance wildlife: squirrels, bats, birds, raccoons, opossums, rats, mice, flying squirrels, and more. The technique and materials vary by species — bat exclusion, for example, requires one-way devices and must follow strict timing requirements per Georgia DNR regulations. We are experienced with all species common to Metro Atlanta and West Georgia.

How long does wildlife exclusion take?

Most residential exclusion projects take 1–2 days depending on the size of the home and the number of entry points identified. The inspection itself takes 1–2 hours. We provide a timeline in your written proposal.

Do I need to be home during exclusion?

We prefer that you're available for the initial inspection walkthrough so we can show you what we found. You don't need to be present during the actual installation work, though many homeowners choose to be. We document everything with photos before and after.

What guarantee do you offer?

All exclusion work is backed by our written guarantee. If wildlife re-enters through a point we sealed, we return and fix it at no charge. The guarantee terms are specific to each project and are outlined in your written proposal.

Can you do exclusion without removal if I haven't had wildlife yet?

Yes — proactive exclusion is actually the most cost-effective approach. Sealing vulnerabilities before animals find them costs significantly less than dealing with an active infestation, the cleanup, and the structural damage that follows. If you're in a new home, recently renovated, or have neighbors who've had wildlife issues, a proactive exclusion inspection is a smart investment.

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Removal Is Only Half the Job — Exclusion Is What Keeps Animals Out

Wildlife removal and wildlife exclusion are two different things, and most homeowners only get one. Removing a family of squirrels or a colony of bats from your attic solves the immediate problem — but if the entry points that let them in aren't permanently sealed, new animals will find the same openings within weeks. Squirrels can smell the scent trails left by previous occupants. Bats return to the same roost sites year after year. Raccoons are opportunistic enough to use any gap over 4 inches. Wildlife exclusion is the permanent part of the solution — sealing every potential entry point so the problem doesn't simply repeat itself.

A thorough wildlife exclusion inspection covers the entire building envelope: every roofline, soffit, fascia board, ridge vent, gable vent, foundation gap, pipe penetration, chimney opening, and architectural feature that could allow wildlife access. We photograph every vulnerability we find and present them to you before any work begins. On an average Georgia home, we typically find 8–15 entry points — many of which homeowners have never noticed because they're on the roofline or in areas that aren't visible from the ground. Every one needs to be addressed for exclusion to be effective.

Our exclusion work uses commercial-grade materials designed to withstand determined wildlife. Fascia and soffit gaps are sealed with metal flashing, not caulk alone. Chimney caps are heavy-gauge stainless steel. Entry points around pipes and penetrations are sealed with metal and appropriate sealant. Everything is installed to last, not to pass a quick inspection. We back all exclusion work with a written guarantee.

Common Wildlife Entry Points We Seal

Roof edge gaps & lifted shingles

Gable vents & ridge vents

Soffit & fascia board gaps

Chimney openings & caps

Foundation vents & gaps

Pipe & conduit penetrations

Roof-to-wall intersections

Damaged or missing drip edge

Dormer intersections & valleys

Why Our Exclusion Work Holds Up

What We Use

Commercial-grade galvanized vent screening rated for wildlife resistance

Heavy-gauge stainless steel chimney caps

Metal flashing for soffit and fascia gaps

Foam-backer rod + professional sealant for pipe penetrations

Rigid galvanized vent covers with secured mounting

Commercial caulk rated for 20+ year exterior use

Why It Matters

Squirrels can chew through plastic and lightweight screen in under an hour

Raccoons can physically tear apart soft materials with their hands

Cheap exclusion fails within 1-2 years and brings animals right back

Commercial-grade materials last the life of the structure

Written guarantee only means something if the materials can back it up

Our Wildlife Exclusion Process

Full Building Envelope Inspection

We walk the entire perimeter of your home at ground level, then inspect roofline, soffits, fascia, gable ends, and all elevated entry points. Every vulnerability is photographed and documented. You receive a complete written inspection report.

Entry Point Identification & Proposal

We present every finding to you with photos, explain the risk level of each entry point, and provide a detailed written proposal with materials and pricing. No work begins until you approve.

Exclusion Installation

Our crew seals every identified entry point using the appropriate material for each application. We work systematically from the top of the structure down, ensuring no gap is missed. Where active wildlife is still present, one-way exclusion devices are installed at primary entry points so animals can exit but not re-enter.

Final Walkthrough & Guarantee

We walk the completed exclusion with you, document the finished work with photos, and provide your written guarantee. For bat exclusion, we follow Georgia Department of Natural Resources guidelines for timing to ensure no bats are trapped inside during the exclusion process.

What Our Customers Say

"I'd had squirrels removed twice by two different companies and they kept coming back. TOG did a full exclusion — found 11 entry points I didn't know existed — and sealed every single one. That was 18 months ago and not a single squirrel since."

— Jennifer H., Roswell, GA

"The inspection alone was worth it. David found a gap behind my chimney flashing that was basically a highway for squirrels and bats. His crew sealed everything in one day using real metal materials, not the cheap stuff."

— Mark L., Carrollton, GA

"I appreciated that they showed me photos of every entry point before doing any work. I knew exactly what I was paying for and why. The exclusion has held up perfectly."

— Karen B., Marietta, GA

Wildlife Exclusion — Frequently Asked Questions

Most projects: $500–$4,000+

Cost depends on home size, number of entry points, and materials required. Free on-site inspection and written quote included.

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