Squamish Buildings Pest Proofing
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Squamish Buildings Pest Proofing is a prevention service. We help you shield and protect your homes from pests and wildlife before they occur. We have 30 years of experience in maintaining buildings, making us an authority in our field. Our expertise in buildings, pests, and wildlife is unparalleled.
Can You Spot Any Pest or Wildlife Vulnerabilities on this Beautiful Home on Top?
Take a moment to look really closely and count how many vulnerabilities there are in this building. Once you think you have the answer, click the button below to reveal all that we found ourselves.
Squamish Buildings Pest Proofing - What Exactly Does this mean?
Our Squamish Building Pest Proofing Program consists of a primary inspection to give us an idea of how much it would cost to pest-proof your home. Once you agree to move forward with the program, we inspect in detail every area we noted during our primary inspection. We then construct a material list and get to work blocking areas that are vulnerable
Every situation is different, and we can’t provide a universal answer, just like we can’t tell you how many apple trees are in Squamish. However, one key factor that helps us determine the pest proofing process you may require is the age of the building. The age of a building reveals a lot about the potential vulnerabilities that may exist. It’s not just because buildings shift and develop gaps over the years, although that is partly true. The method of assembly and materials used have varied significantly throughout the decades.
Once we know the age of a building, we can approach it from an engineering perspective. With our 30 years of experience in maintaining buildings, we can deduce where to begin looking for vulnerabilities.
Did you guess that there could be a few dozen potential entry points? Our experience allows us to estimate this number. Despite this building’s appealing appearance, it was likely constructed during a time when roofs were assembled using wooden planks. These planks are known to shrink, expand, and develop cracks with seasonal changes, providing an entry point for wildlife. Watch this Exclusion Video
When is the best time to Pest-Proof a Building in Squamish?
The ideal time to pest-proof a building is during its construction. At this stage, we can work with contractors to ensure that everything is done according to very strict guidelines. Most contractors welcome our input, while others may prefer to have us handle the work.
What if My Building is Already Built? Can It Still Be Pest-Proofed?
Many homeowners who choose to pest-proof their homes have already experienced rodent or wildlife intrusion. Therefore, yes, we can still pest-proof your home. The method of pest proofing may differ slightly, but the same results can be achieved. We recommend contacting us for an inspection once a year to ensure that nothing has changed and no other activity is noticed.
Pink Dots Indicate Vulnerabilities
Our Answer
These pink dots and dashes indicate weak points in the building. Depending on when and where your home was constructed, some of these points may not be an issue. Although not all of these dots represent vulnerabilities, we inspect each one to ensure thoroughness. All of these points are accessible to insects, and some may also be accessible to wildlife.
Can you spot a bridge to the roof that wildlife can use to climb up and gain access? It’s the chimney on the left! Bricks make an excellent ladder for wildlife. Any animal with claws can easily climb it, but there are ways to block this access. If we can identify 60-70 spots just on the second floor and roof at the front of the house, you can imagine that all sides combined would amount to approximately 250-350 potentially vulnerable points?
How much does Pest Proofing a home Cost?
The cost of pest proofing a home depends on various factors such as the size of your home, when it was built, the type of materials used in its construction, its condition, the landscaping surrounding the property, and other variables. The cost can range from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand dollars, depending on these factors. Additionally, there is the option to address specific areas as needed. For example, if only the roof requires attention, you can choose to focus on that and monitor other areas over time. Regardless of your decision, you can always rely on us to remain vigilant and provide our expertise.
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