🦝 Animal Control Problems in New Jersey During August & September – And How Action Handles Them Humanely
As summer winds down in August and September, wildlife in New Jersey is far from slowing down. In fact, this is one of the most active times of year for nuisance animal activity, as raccoons, squirrels, groundhogs, and other wildlife prepare for cooler weather and search for reliable food sources. Unfortunately, that preparation often brings them into direct conflict with homeowners.
Why Wildlife Problems Spike in Late Summer and Early Fall
Several factors make these months a prime season for animal control issues:
1. Breeding and Raising Young
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Squirrels: August is often the time for a second litter of young squirrels. Mothers are looking for safe, warm places to raise them — and attics, soffits, and garages fit the bill perfectly.
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Raccoons: By late summer, raccoon young are mobile and foraging alongside their mothers, increasing the likelihood of property damage.
2. Pre-Winter Food Storage
Wildlife such as groundhogs and raccoons are fattening up for the colder months. They may dig under decks, damage gardens, or raid garbage cans more aggressively during this period.
3. Shelter Seeking
Cooler evenings signal animals to secure a permanent shelter for the fall and winter. This often leads to entry into attics, crawlspaces, chimneys, and sheds.
Common Wildlife Issues in August & September
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Raccoons tearing up roofing shingles, fascia boards, and insulation.
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Squirrels chewing wiring, nesting in insulation, and storing food indoors.
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Groundhogs undermining decks, porches, and foundations with extensive burrow systems.
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Skunks taking up residence under sheds and releasing their pungent spray when startled.
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Bats roosting in attics — which must be addressed before New Jersey’s seasonal exclusion cutoff.
These activities can cause major structural damage, contaminate living spaces, and even pose serious health risks from droppings, parasites, or bites.
How Action Termite and Pest Control Handles Animal Control Humanely
At Action Termite and Pest Control, our wildlife management approach is built on humane removal, prevention, and customer safety.
1. Thorough Inspections
We identify:
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Entry points
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Nesting areas
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Signs of feeding or property damage
2. Humane Removal Methods
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Live trapping for relocation when allowed by NJ regulations.
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One-way exclusion devices that allow animals to leave but not re-enter.
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No poisons or harmful methods — ever.
3. Safe Handling of Young Animals
When young are present, our technicians take special care to reunite them with their mothers outside of the home so they can survive in the wild.
4. Damage Repair & Exclusion
After removal, we:
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Seal holes, vents, and gaps.
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Install chimney caps, vent covers, and wire mesh barriers.
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Reinforce weak areas vulnerable to future intrusion.
5. Sanitation & Decontamination
Animal droppings and nesting materials are removed, and contaminated areas are sanitized to reduce disease risks.
Why Homeowners Should Act Quickly
Wildlife problems in August and September can escalate quickly. A raccoon or squirrel in the attic today could mean:
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Electrical fires from chewed wires.
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Structural rot from urine-soaked insulation.
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Unwanted odors and pest infestations from droppings.
The earlier these issues are addressed, the less damage — and cost — for the homeowner.
Protect Your Home with Action Termite and Pest Control
Whether it’s a raccoon in the attic, squirrels in the soffit, or groundhogs in the yard, Action Termite and Pest Control provides humane, effective animal control services across Ocean, Monmouth, Camden, Gloucester, and surrounding New Jersey counties.
📞 Call today to schedule a wildlife inspection before minor problems become major headaches.
Action Termite and Pest Control – Keeping Homes Safe, Humanely.