Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control

10/29/2026

Did you know a deadly fungus is threatening bat populations across North America? 🦇

White-nose syndrome is a disease that affects hibernating bats, disrupting their winter rest and depleting the energy reserves they need to survive.

This international bat week, learn more about this disease, how it spreads and why protecting bat populations is so important! https://loom.ly/zfAv2T8

White-nose syndrome has reached B.C. See what Coquitlam homeowners should know about bats and why professional removal and prevention matter.

10/27/2026

🦇 Did you know bats have some pretty incredible abilities?

From navigating in complete darkness using echolocation to consuming hundreds of insects in a single night, bats are fascinating animals that play an important role in our ecosystems.

This International Bat Week, learn five interesting facts about bats that you might not know! https://loom.ly/rKFeBzM

Bats in Minnesota use flight, echolocation, and hibernation to survive cold seasons. Keep them outside with safe, professional exclusion.

10/26/2026

🦇 Happy International Bat Week!

Did you know bats play an important role in keeping insect populations under control? A single bat can consume hundreds of insects in just one night!

As temperatures drop, many bat species begin looking for sheltered places to spend the winter. Learn more fun facts about bats in our blog! https://loom.ly/UBDYRyE

Are little brown bats endangered? Our latest blog post dives deep into everything you need to know about them. Learn more.

10/26/2026

Where do bats go when the temperature drops? 🦇🍂

Depending on the species and location, bats may migrate or move into protected places to hibernate. As their activity becomes less visible, homeowners may assume a summer bat problem has disappeared—but the openings bats used can remain vulnerable.

It's imperative to never seal a suspected bat entry point without knowing whether the space is clear. Trapping bats inside can create a more serious problem.

Think bats have been using your home? Contact Skedaddle for a professional assessment and a plan suited to the season.

10/25/2026

Bats are better neighbours than their spooky reputation suggests. 🦇

These fascinating mammals play an important role in healthy ecosystems by helping manage insect populations. They’re also the only mammals capable of true flight!

Protecting bats doesn’t mean allowing them to live inside our homes. Humane wildlife control gives bats the opportunity to leave safely while helping homeowners keep attics and walls protected.

Bats belong in the night sky—not inside your attic.

10/24/2026

International Bat Week begins today! 🦇

Bats play an important role in our ecosystems by helping manage insect populations. They’re valuable neighbours—but when they move into an attic or another part of a home, the situation needs to be handled carefully.

From understanding fall bat activity to spotting hidden entry points and completing humane exclusions, we’ll be sharing bat facts, field footage and homeowner advice throughout the week.

Follow along throughout the week as we celebrate bats, protect homes and promote safer coexistence.

Explore more by visiting https://batweek.org/

10/23/2026

“How much will it cost to mouse-proof my home?” It’s one of the first questions homeowners ask—and we understand why. 🐭

Unfortunately, an accurate quote can’t be provided over the phone because every property is different. The home’s size, exterior materials, weep vents, roof vents, number of entry points and condition of affected areas can all change the scope of the work.

Our technicians complete a thorough on-site assessment to determine:

- How mice are entering
- What other areas are vulnerable
- Whether cleanup or attic remediation is needed
- What materials and repairs will provide long-term protection

Once the assessment is complete, we explain what we found, review the recommended options and provide a quote based on the property’s specific needs.

Traps and poisons may address individual mice, but they don’t close the routes allowing more to enter. Learn about Skedaddle’s customized approach: https://www.skedaddlewildlife.com/services/mice/

10/22/2026

🐿️ Hearing squirrels running across your roof? It might seem harmless, but how can you tell if they're causing damage?

Squirrels can chew through roofing materials, damage vents and create openings that allow them into your attic. Learn how to tell the difference between squirrels simply passing through and signs of a bigger problem! https://loom.ly/OU4Pt18

Squirrels running across your Newmarket roof may be passing through or causing damage. Know the signs that can point to an attic entry problem.

10/21/2026

🐿️ Did you know squirrels can use nearby tree branches to access your roof?

Once they reach your roofline, squirrels may take advantage of vulnerable areas or even chew their way inside! Learn how squirrels get onto your roof, what makes your home attractive to them and how to prevent unwanted attic visitors.https://loom.ly/x9hW1LM

Squirrels can reach Coquitlam roofs using branches, fences, utility lines, and walls before finding weak spots that may provide attic access.

10/21/2026

Raccoons have excellent memories, so if your backyard offers an easy meal or a safe hiding place, they’ll keep coming back. Garbage bins, pet food, fallen fruit, bird feeders, and accessible decks can all attract repeat visitors.

Breaking the routine starts with removing food sources and securing potential den sites. Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control can help protect your Okanagan property with effective, humane solutions.

https://www.skedaddlewildlife.com/location/okanagan/blog/why-raccoons-keep-visiting-the-same-backyard-night-after-night/

10/21/2026

A quick patch isn’t always a long-term solution. 🏡

Traps, repellents and sealing the most obvious opening may reduce activity temporarily, but they don’t always address how wildlife is using the property—or where else animals could get inside.

Professional animal-proofing looks at the entire home. We identify active entry points, check for animals already inside and protect other vulnerable areas with durable materials designed for wildlife exclusion.

Contact Skedaddle for a solution that addresses the source of the problem.

10/15/2026

Squirrels prepare for winter by hiding nuts and seeds—and sometimes your attic, walls, or garage becomes their pantry. Scratching sounds and scattered shells may reveal their secret stash.

Food storage can mean squirrels have found a way inside. Skedaddle can locate entry points, remove the animals humanely, and help protect your Okanagan home.

https://www.skedaddlewildlife.com/location/okanagan/blog/are-squirrels-storing-food-inside-your-home-for-winter/

10/09/2026

Your attic, chimney, garage, shed, deck, and crawl space could all offer wildlife a warm fall retreat. Even a small opening may be enough for an animal to move in.

Check these six areas before temperatures drop and address potential entry points early. Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control can help Okanagan homeowners keep wildlife outside—where it belongs.

https://www.skedaddlewildlife.com/location/okanagan/blog/6-places-around-your-home-wildlife-may-use-for-shelter-this-fall/

10/02/2026

As communities across the Okanagan continue to grow, wildlife must adapt to changing surroundings. Skunks can find plenty of opportunities in residential areas, including food, water, and sheltered spaces beneath decks, sheds, and porches. That can bring them surprisingly close to homes. Discover how urban growth can influence skunk activity and how humane wildlife prevention can help reduce conflicts while allowing wildlife to remain wild.

Urban growth may be bringing skunks closer to Okanagan homes. See why they target decks, sheds and yards and how Skedaddle can help keep them out.

09/24/2026

More rat sightings around the Okanagan are a good reminder that rodents can thrive wherever they find reliable food, water, and shelter. Small foundation gaps, garages, sheds, compost, and accessible food sources can all make residential properties more attractive. Learn which warning signs homeowners should watch for and how professional removal and prevention can help stop rats from becoming established inside your home.

Rat sightings are rising across the Okanagan. See how rats enter local homes, signs to watch for, and how Skedaddle can help keep them out.

09/18/2026

Penticton’s new bat condo gives local bats a purpose-built place to roost, but why do some still choose houses? Attics, soffits, roof gaps, and other quiet spaces can offer the warmth and shelter bats need, especially during maternity season. Learn what makes Okanagan homes attractive to bats, why suitable habitat matters, and how professional humane exclusion can help protect your property while respecting these important animals.

Penticton’s new bat condo highlights habitat loss. See why bats may choose Okanagan homes for shelter and how Skedaddle handles their removal.

09/11/2026

Summer rainstorms do more than soak the ground. They can also push rats to search for dry, sheltered spaces inside homes, garages, and sheds. Once indoors, rodents can contaminate insulation, chew wiring, and create hidden problems before homeowners even notice. Learn why wet weather increases rodent activity and why humane, professional solutions are the best way to keep your home protected.

Summer rain can drive rats and mice into Okanagan homes seeking dry shelter. See why rodents move inside and how to help keep them out.

09/08/2026

Your backyard may be your favourite place to relax in the summer, but it can also become a popular destination for local wildlife. Birdseed, fallen fruit, barbecue leftovers, and compost bins provide easy meals that encourage repeat visits from raccoons, skunks, squirrels, and birds. Find out what attracts wildlife around your home and how proactive prevention can help keep your property protected.

Birdseed, BBQs, fruit trees, and compost can attract wildlife to Okanagan yards. See what draws them in and how to reduce repeat visits.

08/20/2026

A bathroom fan should move air outside, not become home to nesting birds. During summer, vent covers provide warmth, shelter, and protection, making them an attractive place for birds to build nests. Unfortunately, blocked vents can reduce airflow, create moisture problems, and lead to unwanted wildlife activity inside your home. Learn why this happens and how humane prevention can help protect your property year-round.

Birds nesting in bathroom vents can block airflow and damage Okanagan homes. Find out why this common summer issue needs prompt attention.

08/05/2026

That scratching and scampering in your attic might be more than a nuisance.
Summer is a common time for mother squirrels to raise their babies inside attics. Those daytime noises can signal a growing squirrel family, and the longer they stay, the greater the risk of damage to insulation, wood, and wiring. Acting early can help prevent bigger problems later.

Hearing attic noise? Our new blog explains why it might mean squirrel babies. If you're dealing with suspicious attic activity in Coquitlam, message us to find out how our team can help protect your home.

Hearing noises in your attic this summer? Squirrel babies may be the cause. Find out what the sounds mean and when it's time to act.