Critter Control of Central Missouri

07/30/2026

🦇 Think you have bats?

Whether you’ve already spotted a bat in your living space or simply want to be prepared, check out our comprehensive guide to learn how bats get inside, the signs of bat activity to watch for, and steps you can take to help prevent them from returning.

Find out from the experts how to identify and remove bats in your home to enjoy a safe, bat-free living space and prevent them from returning.

07/29/2026

Now you see it, now you don't! 👀 Raccoons are surprisingly skilled at finding ways into homes.

07/24/2026

Don’t let wildlife take over your home! Here are some simple tips to minimize their activity:

✅ Seal entry points around your home
✅ Keep your yard trimmed and maintained
✅ Secure trash and outdoor food sources
✅ Remove clutter and debris piles
✅ Call professionals for safe, humane removal

A little prevention now can go a long way in protecting your home!

07/21/2026

A helping hand is just a handshake away! 🤝

When wildlife finds its way onto your property, you can count on our local professionals to answer your questions and provide safe, humane solutions every step of the way.

We're committed to serving our neighbors with care and expertise.

07/17/2026

Well, that’s one way to enter a house! 🐍 Snakes can take advantage of small gaps or openings around the exterior of your home to find their way inside, just like this snake did.

07/16/2026

🐍 Myth: Snakes can dig their way into homes

🔍 Fact: Snakes can’t dig or gnaw through materials. Instead, they enter through existing cracks, gaps, and openings around a home or building. They seek sheltered areas like crawl spaces, basements, and attics.

Learn more about snake activity here: https://www.crittercontrol.com/wildlife/snakes/snake-in-houses/

07/13/2026

🐿️ Peek-a-boo! Soffits are a common entry point for wildlife to get inside... especially squirrels.

07/10/2026

Did you know? 🦇 Some bat species can fit through openings as small as ⅜ of an inch! That's why sealing even the smallest gaps around your home can make a big difference.

07/09/2026

Got an unusual call today, but our technicians were ready to help! Ben and Peter were able to untangle this curious young fawn from a fence and send it sprinting back to its mom ❤️
Sometimes wildlife management means keeping wildlife wild….with a little expert help!
Great job, Ben and Peter!

07/09/2026

🦇 Bats are experts at finding places to roost, even inside your home! They commonly settle in vents, chimneys, wall cavities, roofs, and attics.