Critter Control of Newark

With the Passaic River on one side and the Newark Bay on the other side, raccoons have been a growing wildlife species in Newark. Unfortunately, the lack of green spaces for them to seek refuge in is few and far between, so they seek food and shelter in the attics and basements of homes and apartment buildings.

Before trying to remove a raccoon from your home by yourself, remember they can carry diseases, and if threatened, they may bite. Calling nuisance wildlife animal control experts is recommended. Critter Control's three-step process works well for raccoon removal.

No urban area is rat and mouse-free, and Newark, New Jersey, is no exception. Unfortunately, they do not make good neighbors, bringing disease and causing damage. Please do not try to handle rodents, nor attempt to clean up after them yourself, as rodents in the area are known for spreading illnesses. Instead, call your local Critter Control office as soon as you notice any signs of a rodent infestation, and we will send one of our trained technicians to establish the best eradication program for you.

Starlings, sparrows, and pigeons are the most common nuisance birds in New Jersey.

Starlings are one of the most invasive birds on the planet, and they love to make nests in open vents, attics, and eaves. Pigeons love to make their nests near humans as they know we are a good source of food scraps for them. Both birds have become a nuisance in urban areas because of the loss of trees as their preferred habitat.

These birds are notorious for creating a mess with their droppings. Their feces contain bacteria that cause diseases in humans, and they also carry parasites.

Pigeons are a protected species by the New Jersey State Fish and Game Code and are illegal to capture, injure, or kill.

In urban areas such as Newark, where trees and other natural nesting habitats for squirrels are scarce, residential attics become their sought-after home. Unlike rodents, who run around at night, squirrels are active during the day. So if you hear running, squealing, and gnawing throughout the day, you probably have squirrels. Squirrels can cause extensive damage to the attic and wall insulation, create a fire hazard from gnawing on wires, and bring parasites and diseases into your home.

Bats like to roost in dark, undisturbed places like attics and wall spaces in homes. They find entry mostly through points near the roof, such as under eaves, soffits, or loose boards and uncovered vents, and can squeeze through openings as tiny as ⅜ of an inch.

Bats are a protected species by the New Jersey Endangered and Nongame Species Conservation Act. It is illegal to capture or kill bats. Aside from their scary reputation, bats are rarely rabid, but their feces do carry disease. All bats in New Jersey are insect eaters, and they can consume hundreds of insects in an hour.