Frequently Asked Questions

  • Do you offer free estimates?

    Yes, Homestead Wildlife Control provides free estimates for all wildlife control and rodent exclusion services in Ridge and Central Suffolk County area.

  • Are you licensed for wildlife removal?

    Yes, we hold Nuisance Wildlife Control License ID: 2852 and are members of the National Pest Management Association.

  • Do you use poison for rodents?

    No, we use non-poisonous, humane live traps for all wildlife and rodent removal. We're dedicated to safe, humane pest removal methods.

  • What's your service warranty policy?

    We offer a two-year service warranty on all services provided. This covers our wildlife control and rodent exclusion work.

  • How do you prevent animals returning?

    We dig trenches with steel spikes, block exterior entrances, clean crawl spaces, and provide crawlspace encapsulation to prevent re-entry permanently.

  • What are signs of groundhog problems?

    Look for 10-12 inch holes in the ground, chewed plants like beans and corn, and unusual whistling or chattering sounds around your property.

  • Do you serve Miller Place residents?

    Yes, we provide wildlife control services throughout Miller Place, Ridge, Wading River, Rocky Point, Sound Beach and Central Suffolk County area.

  • Can squirrels damage my home's wiring?

    Yes, squirrels can chew through electrical wires, insulation, wooden fixtures, and roofing materials, causing severe structural and safety damage to homes.

  • Do you handle commercial properties?

    Yes, we offer both residential and commercial wildlife control services. We can remove animals from businesses and workplace environments.

  • What animals do you remove?

    We remove raccoons, opossums, squirrels, groundhogs, rats, mice, and provide deer carcass removal using humane live trapping methods throughout Central Suffolk County.