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Wild animals often make their presence known. Look for unexplained holes in walls or food containers. You may notice the presence of excrement, especially with rodents. Listen for unexplained rustling and scampering noises at night. The best way to know for sure is to hire a pro to conduct a thorough inspection. 

Animal infestations range in severity but can worsen over time as the animals continue to reproduce and expand their nest or footprint. Pest inspections and consultations can determine the extent of the wildlife problem and recommend a preferred course of action. Don’t wait until you see many pests before calling a pro. The more extensive the problem, the more expensive the removal.

Humane wildlife removal differs from pest control, as the latter typically uses lethal methods to exterminate pests. Wildlife removal pros tend to prefer live capture and relocation of wild animals like raccoons and birds. They only turn to poison as a last resort.

Pest control often involves exterminating insects, like termites and wasp nests, using poisonous sprays and other methods. Termite inspection costs about $100. Professional termite treatment costs between $240 and $1,000, but can get as high as $2,500 or more for whole-home treatments.