The Critter Team Wildlife Removal Podcast

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The Critter Team Wildlife Removal Podcast The Critter Team is a 100% military veteran owned and operated wildlife removal company serving more than 60 communities across Harris, Montgomery, Liberty, and Chambers counties in the greater Houston, Texas area. The company was founded in June 2015 by Mike Garrett, a retired US Army veteran who spent 20 years in uniform before bringing that same discipline, accountability, and zero-fail mentality into the wildlife control industry. Mike runs the business with his wife Victoria, who manages scheduling, customer communication, billing, and daily operations as Office Manager. With offices in Humble and Spring, The Critter Team provides 24/7 emergency wildlife service to residential and commercial properties across Houston, The Woodlands, Conroe, Kingwood, Atascocita, Summerwood, Cypress, Tomball, Katy, Crosby, Porter, Huffman, Magnolia, Cleveland, Livingston, Montgomery, Shenandoah, and dozens of surrounding neighborhoods. The company is fully licensed and permitted for nuisance wildlife control in Texas and carries $1 million per occurrence general liability, $2 million aggregate, and full workers' compensation coverage. All work is performed in-house by trained company employees. Mike Garrett's credentials set The Critter Team apart in a field where most operators carry little more than a basic trapping permit. He holds a National Wildlife Control Operators Association (NWCOA) Bat Standards Certification, a rigorous credential covering bat biology, exclusion techniques, and safe handling, along with a certificate of completion for the NWCOA Wildlife Control Operators Training Course. The company is a Ridge Guard Certified Installer and authorized distributor for the north Houston metro area, a Bird Barrier Certified Installer, and the team holds additional certifications in Advanced Metal Fabrication for wildlife exclusion and Precision Shooting in Critical Environments. Mike has personally completed 60 to 80 bat exclusion projects and was featured on CW39 Houston as the expert source on rabid bat bites. In 2025, the company received the Wildlife Removal Directory Excellence Award for outstanding wildlife control services across Montgomery, Liberty, and Harris counties. Services span the full range of wildlife issues Houston-area properties deal with: bat removal and exclusion, raccoon removal, squirrel removal, roof rat removal, snake removal for venomous and non-venomous species, bird control, skunk trapping, armadillo trapping, beaver removal, nutria removal, opossum removal, mole removal, dead animal removal, coyote trapping, and feral hog removal. The team also handles attic restoration and decontamination, wildlife exclusion using custom-fabricated 23-gauge aluminum and commercial-grade sealants, structural damage repair to soffits, fascia, roofing, electrical wiring, drywall, and HVAC ductwork, and full insulation replacement. Customers across Google, Yelp, and Nextdoor consistently call out Mike and his crew by name for honest assessments, thorough inspections with photos, and work that holds up long after the truck leaves. Team members Jeff, Julio, Tad, and Chris have each been praised individually in verified customer reviews. One reviewer described calling another company that quoted $4,000 without even inspecting the property. The Critter Team came out, did a proper inspection, and determined no expensive treatment was needed at all. The company follows a 5-step process on every job: comprehensive home inspection with species identification and photo documentation, humane animal removal using professional traps selected for safety around children and pets, full cleanup and decontamination of affected areas, animal damage repair by in-house technicians, and guaranteed exclusion work backed by a written warranty. With a collective 4.6-star Google rating across both locations and over a decade of serving the Houston metro area, The Critter Team has built its name the s

  1. Aug 5

    The Woodlands, TX Armadillo Removal

    The Critter Team offers armadillos removal services in The Woodlands, Texas, and addresses the burrow and landscape damage they leave behind. Nine-banded armadillos are not an occasional visitor in Montgomery County. They are established and active year-round, and a single armadillo can excavate multiple burrows across a property in a short period, undermining foundations, retaining walls, driveways, and root systems in the process. The Woodlands' landscaped lots, irrigated turf, and the loose, sandy-loam soils found across much of Montgomery County create ideal conditions for armadillo activity. Armadillos feed on grubs and insects just below the surface, and irrigated lawns concentrate that food supply in exactly the areas homeowners care most about. The damage shows up as clusters of small, cone-shaped holes across the yard, uprooted flower beds, and destabilized walkways or slabs where burrowing has hollowed out the ground beneath. Foundation damage is the most expensive consequence because armadillo burrows can extend several feet underground and compromise the bearing soil around footings and piers. Armadillos are primarily nocturnal, so the damage often accumulates before the homeowner ever sees the animal responsible. The Critter Team's armadillo removal uses strategic trap placement based on active burrow locations, travel routes, and feeding patterns identified during the inspection. Mike Garrett, the company's owner and a veteran, evaluates the property to determine the number of active burrows, the direction of travel, and the best placement for professional-grade cage traps. The company monitors traps and removes captured armadillos promptly. After trapping is complete, the team can address burrow remediation and landscape repair to restore the affected areas. Every technician has completed the NWCOA Wildlife Control Operator Training Course. The Critter Team holds the 2025 Wildlife Removal Directory Excellence Award, is licensed for nuisance wildlife removal in Texas, insured with $1 million per occurrence and $2 million aggregate liability plus workers' compensation, and performs all work in-house with company employees. Homeowners in The Woodlands can call The Critter Team at (281) 800-4992 for a free phone consultation. The company can usually assess the scope of the problem over the phone after hearing details about the damage pattern and property layout, and provide an estimate before scheduling an onsite visit. The Critter Team operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including holidays, and serves The Woodlands and surrounding Montgomery County communities from the Spring office at 17627 Shadow Valley Dr, Spring, TX 77379. Contact The Critter Team today for armadillo removal services in The Woodlands, TX. Make sure to check out the latest podcast about The Woodlands, TX armadillo removal - https://tehcritterteam.podbean.com/e/the-woodlands-tx-armadillo-removal/ The Critter Team 17627 Shadow Valley Dr, Spring, TX 77379 (281) 800-4992

    The Woodlands, TX Armadillo Removal

  2. Aug 5

    The Woodlands, TX Roof Rat Removal

    Are you looking for roof rat removal services in The Woodlands, TX? The Critter Team removes roof rats from attics, walls, and soffits in The Woodlands, Texas, and seals the entry points, repairs the damage, and eliminates the contamination a rat colony leaves behind. Roof rats are not like the ground-level rats most people picture. They climb, they nest above ground, and they use the roofline, utility lines, and tree branches to travel between structures. A roof rat infestation inside a home gets worse every week it goes unaddressed because the colony breeds continuously and spreads waste across every surface it touches. The Woodlands' dense pine and hardwood canopy gives roof rats elevated travel routes that connect trees directly to rooflines across every neighborhood in the community. Roof rats enter homes through any gap larger than a dime, and the most common entry points in Montgomery County homes are ridge vents, box vents, air conditioning line penetrations, the gap between the brick and the fascia board, and soft roof connections where the soffit meets the shingles. Homes in the older villages with mature trees growing close to the roofline face the highest risk because overhanging branches act as direct highways onto the roof. Unlike other wildlife, rodents cannot control where they defecate. Droppings are scattered everywhere they travel, across insulation, on top of ductwork, along wall plates, and around stored items. Rat urine and feces contaminate insulation and create odor and air quality problems that persist long after the rats are gone if the affected materials are not removed and replaced. The Critter Team's roof rat removal begins with a detailed inspection of the entire structure from foundation to roof peak. Mike Garrett, the company's owner and a veteran, checks every vent, soffit connection, AC line penetration, and gap between the brick and the board for gnaw marks, grease staining, and droppings. The company traps roof rats using professional-grade snap traps and then seals every identified entry point using 23-gauge aluminum fabricated on-site with a metal brake, galvanized mesh where appropriate, and commercial-grade sealant. Contaminated insulation is removed, the attic is sanitized, and new insulation is installed as part of the full restoration scope. Every technician on the team is a Ridge Guard certified installer and Advanced Metal Fabrication certified technician, and has completed the NWCOA Wildlife Control Operator Training Course. The Critter Team is licensed for nuisance wildlife removal in Texas, insured with $1 million per occurrence and $2 million aggregate liability plus workers' compensation, and performs all work in-house with company employees. Homeowners in The Woodlands can call The Critter Team at (281) 800-4992 for a free phone consultation. The company can usually determine the likely scope of a roof rat problem over the phone after discussing the signs the homeowner has noticed, including noises, droppings, and damage. All roof rat exclusion work is backed by a written warranty with one-year and three-year options, and if rats re-enter through any sealed area during the warranty period, the company returns at no charge. The Critter Team operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including holidays, and serves The Woodlands from the Spring office at 17627 Shadow Valley Dr, Spring, TX 77379. Contact The Critter Team today for roof rat removal services in The Woodlands, TX. Make sure to check out the latest podcast about The Woodlands, TX roof rat removal - https://tehcritterteam.podbean.com/e/the-woodlands-tx-roof-rat-removal/ The Critter Team 17627 Shadow Valley Dr, Spring, TX 77379 (281) 800-4992

    The Woodlands, TX Roof Rat Removal

  3. Aug 5

    The Woodlands, TX Squirrel Removal

    Having trouble with squirrels in your attic? Contact The Critter Team and get the best squirrel removal services in The Woodlands, TX. A squirrel chewing its way into a home is not just a noise problem. Once inside, squirrels gnaw on electrical wiring, tear apart insulation for nesting material, and leave urine and droppings across ductwork and stored belongings. The damage compounds quickly because squirrels do not stop chewing, and the fire risk from exposed wiring is real. The Woodlands sits inside one of the densest tree canopies in Montgomery County, and the community's oak and pine corridors put squirrel populations within arm's reach of every roofline in the area. Fox squirrels and eastern gray squirrels are the species most commonly found inside homes here. Squirrels enter through soft roof connections where the soffit meets a roof transition, through chewed-out roof vents, and through construction gaps around dormers and gable returns. Homes in the older villages like Grogan's Mill and Panther Creek are especially vulnerable because decades of settling and weathering open gaps that newer construction has not yet developed. A squirrel only needs a gap about the size of a baseball to get in, and once inside, it will widen the opening over time. Scratching and scurrying noises in the attic during early morning hours are the most common first sign, followed by chewed wood or insulation visible near the roofline. The Critter Team's squirrel removal starts with a full exterior and interior inspection. Mike Garrett, the company's owner and a veteran, examines the roof from the foundation up, checking every soffit connection, vent, and transition point for chew marks, grease trails, and gaps. The company traps squirrels using professional-grade cage traps placed at or near active entry points, then seals every opening with 23-gauge aluminum fabricated on-site with a metal brake and painted to match the home's trim so the finished work blends in. Damaged insulation, soiled ductwork, and chewed wiring are repaired as part of the same job scope. Every technician on the team is a Ridge Guard certified installer and Advanced Metal Fabrication certified technician, and has completed the NWCOA Wildlife Control Operator Training Course. The Critter Team is licensed for nuisance wildlife removal in Texas, holds the 2025 Wildlife Removal Directory Excellence Award, is insured with $1 million per occurrence and $2 million aggregate liability plus workers' compensation, and performs all work in-house with company employees. Homeowners in The Woodlands can call The Critter Team at (281) 800-4992 for a free phone consultation. The company can usually identify the likely species and scope of work over the phone after gathering a few details about the noises, timing, and location. All squirrel exclusion work is backed by a written warranty with one-year and three-year options, and if squirrels re-enter through any sealed area during the warranty period, the company returns at no charge. The Critter Team operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including holidays, and serves The Woodlands from the Spring office at 17627 Shadow Valley Dr, Spring, TX 77379. Contact The Critter Team today for squirrel removal services in The Woodlands, TX. Make sure to check out the latest podcast about The Woodlands, TX squirrel removal - https://tehcritterteam.podbean.com/e/the-woodlands-tx-squirrel-removal/ The Critter Team 17627 Shadow Valley Dr, Spring, TX 77379 (281) 800-4992

    The Woodlands, TX Squirrel Removal

  4. Aug 5

    The Woodlands, TX Snake Removal

    If you have trouble with snakes in your back yard, then you should get help? The Critter Team offers snake removal services in The Woodlands, TX and identifies the conditions that brought the snake onto the property in the first place. A snake inside a house is rarely a standalone event. In most cases, it followed a food source, and that food source is almost always rodents. Removing the snake without investigating the underlying rodent activity leaves the door open for the next one. The Woodlands' dense tree canopy, creek corridors along Spring Creek, and the landscaped lots throughout the community create habitat for multiple snake species, including rat snakes, copperheads, and cottonmouths near water features and drainage areas. Rat snakes are the species most commonly found inside homes and garages because they follow roof rat and mouse activity through the same gaps those rodents use to enter the structure. Copperheads tend to stay at ground level in mulch beds, leaf litter, and woodpiles, and are most active in the warm months when Montgomery County homeowners are spending time outdoors. Snakes only care about three things: hibernating, eating, and mating. If it is not hibernation season and they are not looking for a mate, they are following food. A snake in the wall, attic, or garage almost always means there is a rodent population already present inside the structure. The Critter Team's snake removal begins with safe capture and relocation of the snake, followed by an inspection to determine how it entered and whether a rodent problem is driving the activity. Mike Garrett, the company's owner and a veteran, checks the exterior for gaps around air conditioning lines, garage door seals, weep vents, and foundation penetrations that snakes and rodents share as entry points. If rodent activity is confirmed, the company addresses that problem as part of the same engagement so the root cause is resolved, not just the symptom. Every technician has completed the NWCOA Wildlife Control Operator Training Course. The Critter Team is licensed for nuisance wildlife removal in Texas, insured with $1 million per occurrence and $2 million aggregate liability plus workers' compensation, and performs all work in-house with company employees. Homeowners in The Woodlands who encounter a snake inside their home or on their property can call The Critter Team at (281) 800-4992 for emergency response. The company operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including holidays, and treats snake calls as emergencies requiring prompt attention. The Critter Team serves The Woodlands and surrounding Montgomery County communities from the Spring office at 17627 Shadow Valley Dr, Spring, TX 77379. Contact The Critter Team today for raccoon removal services in The Woodlands, TX. Make sure to check out the latest podcast about The Woodlands, TX raccoon removal - https://tehcritterteam.podbean.com/e/the-woodlands-tx-snake-removal/ The Critter Team 17627 Shadow Valley Dr, Spring, TX 77379 (281) 800-4992

    The Woodlands, TX Snake Removal

  5. Aug 5

    The Woodlands, TX Raccoon Removal

    Are you trying to find the best raccoon removal services in The Woodlands, TX? The Critter Team removes raccoons from attics, chimneys, crawl spaces, and outbuildings in The Woodlands, Texas, and performs the entry-point sealing, damage repair, and cleanup required to resolve the problem completely. A raccoon inside a home is not a minor nuisance. Raccoons are strong enough to rip through soffit panels, peel back shingles, and tear open rotting plywood to create or widen entry points. Once inside, they establish a latrine site in the attic, and that waste creates a serious health concern that does not go away when the animal leaves. The Woodlands is built through forested corridors and runs along Spring Creek and several tributary drainages, which puts raccoon populations in direct contact with residential rooflines across the community. Raccoons are highly adaptive and thrive in areas where tree canopy, water sources, and suburban food waste overlap, which describes most of The Woodlands' older villages from Grogan's Mill through Cochran's Crossing. They typically enter homes through weak spots in the roof where plywood has softened from water damage, through 30-by-30 round mushroom vents, and through soft roof connections where the soffit meets the roofline. A raccoon can open a gap that no other animal could, and once she dens in an attic, she will often give birth there. Raccoon feces can contain the roundworm parasite Baylisascaris procyonis, which is infectious to humans and pets. Footprints on gutters, large droppings on the roof, and torn or displaced soffit panels are the most common signs of raccoon activity. The Critter Team's raccoon removal begins with a thorough inspection from the foundation to the roof peak. Mike Garrett, the company's owner and a veteran, checks every vent, soffit connection, roof transition, and chimney cap for signs of forced entry, then inspects the attic for trails in the insulation, latrine sites, and evidence of nesting. The company uses professional-grade cage traps placed at or near active entry points, selected specifically for safety around children and pets. After the raccoons are removed, the team repairs all structural damage, removes contaminated insulation, sanitizes the affected area, and seals every entry point using 23-gauge aluminum fabricated on-site with a metal brake and painted to match the home's exterior. Every technician on the team is a Ridge Guard certified installer and Advanced Metal Fabrication certified technician, and has completed the NWCOA Wildlife Control Operator Training Course. The Critter Team is licensed for nuisance wildlife removal in Texas, insured with $1 million per occurrence and $2 million aggregate liability plus workers' compensation, and performs all work in-house with company employees. Homeowners in The Woodlands can call The Critter Team at (281) 800-4992 for a free phone consultation or fill the contact form. The company can usually identify the likely species and estimate the scope of work over the phone after hearing the details of what the homeowner is seeing and hearing. All raccoon exclusion work is backed by a written warranty with one-year and three-year options, and if raccoons re-enter through any sealed area during the warranty period, the company returns at no charge. The Critter Team operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including holidays, and serves The Woodlands from the Spring office at 17627 Shadow Valley Dr, Spring, TX 77379. Contact The Critter Team today for raccoon removal services in The Woodlands, TX. Make sure to check out the latest podcast about The Woodlands, TX raccoon removal - https://tehcritterteam.podbean.com/e/the-woodlands-tx-raccoon-removal/ The Critter Team 17627 Shadow Valley Dr, Spring, TX 77379 (281) 800-4992

    The Woodlands, TX Raccoon Removal

  6. Aug 5

    The Woodlands, TX Bat Removal

    Are you looking for bat removal services in The Woodlands, TX? The Critter Team removes bats in your area using exclusion methods that comply with Texas Parks and Wildlife guidance on protected bat species. A bat colony inside a structure is not a temporary problem. Colonies return to the same roost year after year, growing in number each season, and the guano and urine they leave behind accumulate in concentrated deposits that create respiratory hazards and structural damage over time. The Critter Team's bat removal work covers inspection, exclusion, entry-point sealing, guano cleanup, and attic restoration as a single scope handled entirely in-house. The Woodlands was developed around preserved forest corridors and a mature hardwood canopy that supports dense insect populations, which is exactly what draws bat colonies into nearby structures to roost. Mexican free-tailed bats and evening bats are the species most commonly found in Montgomery County attics. Bats enter through small gaps where the fascia board meets the brick, through aging roof transitions, and through poorly sealed ridge and box vents. Once established, a colony roosts in one concentrated area and deposits guano in the same spot night after night. A pile of droppings on the driveway or dark staining on the exterior windows just below the roofline are usually the first visible signs. Bat guano carries the fungal spore Histoplasma capsulatum, which becomes airborne when disturbed and causes the respiratory infection histoplasmosis. Texas Parks and Wildlife restricts bat exclusion between May 1 and August 15 to protect flightless pups during maternity season, so timing is a real factor in scheduling removal. The Critter Team's bat removal process starts with a full inspection of the property from foundation to roof peak. Mike Garrett, the company's owner and a veteran, examines the exterior for gaps, staining, and guano deposits, then inspects every attic space for trails, roosting sites, and colony size. One-way exclusion devices go in at active entry points so bats leave at dusk and cannot return. Once the colony clears, the team seals every opening using 23-gauge aluminum fabricated on-site with a metal brake, along with commercial-grade sealant rated for Houston-area heat and humidity. Guano removal is done with vacuum lines routed through the soffit or directly through the roof into the attic, not through the home's living space, to avoid pushing contaminated air into occupied rooms. Garrett holds the NWCOA Bat Standards Certification from the National Wildlife Control Operators Association, has personally completed 60 to 80 bat exclusion projects, and was featured on CW39 Houston as an expert on rabid bat bites. Every technician on the team is a Ridge Guard certified installer and Advanced Metal Fabrication certified technician, and has completed the NWCOA Wildlife Control Operator Training Course. The company is licensed for nuisance wildlife removal in Texas, insured with $1 million per occurrence and $2 million aggregate liability plus workers' compensation, and performs all work with company employees. Property owners in The Woodlands can call The Critter Team at (281) 800-4992 for a free phone consultation. The company walks through the situation over the phone and can usually identify the likely species and provide an accurate estimate before scheduling an onsite visit. All bat exclusion work is backed by a written warranty with one-year and three-year options, and if bats re-enter through any sealed area during the warranty period, the company returns at no additional charge. The Critter Team operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including holidays, and serves The Woodlands and surrounding Montgomery County communities from the Spring office at 17627 Shadow Valley Dr, Spring, TX 77379. Contact The Critter Team today for bat removal services in The Woodlands, TX. Make sure to check out the latest podcast about The Woodlands, TX Bat Removal - https://tehcritterteam.podbean.com/e/the-woodlands-tx-bat-removal/ The Critter Team 17627 Shadow Valley Dr, Spring, TX 77379 (281) 800-4992

    The Woodlands, TX Bat Removal

  7. Jun 3

    Kingwood, TX Bird Control

    Are you looking for help with Kingwood, TX bird control services? In this podcast we discuss the most common bird problems affecting Kingwood homes and businesses, how professional exclusion and deterrent systems work, and how to identify which species has taken up residence in your vents, eaves, roofline, or commercial property. House sparrows, European starlings, barn swallows, woodpeckers, and grackles are the species most commonly causing structural damage and sanitation problems in Kingwood, TX. Kingwood was developed as "The Livable Forest," and its deliberate preservation of mature tree canopy throughout the community is the reason bird pressure here is so consistent and varied. The forest canopy that makes Kingwood distinctive also sustains a large woodpecker population, and homes with cedar trim, wood fascia boards, or wood-framed dormers see more woodpecker activity than properties in areas with less mature timber. Barn swallows use the eave overhangs common on Kingwood's established homes and return to the same nesting sites every spring. House sparrows and starlings nest in HVAC vents and exhaust openings throughout the neighborhoods along Kingwood Drive and the Lake Houston waterfront. Grackle roosts build through the fall along commercial corridors near the freeway. Each species requires a different control approach, and several are protected under federal law regardless of the damage they cause. Parallel rows of holes in wood siding or fascia are woodpecker damage. Mud cup nests on eave faces are barn swallows. Droppings at vent openings indicate sparrows or starlings nesting inside. Large communal roosts on commercial rooftops or in parking lot trees after dark are grackles. Getting the identification right before any work starts determines both the method and whether it can be done legally. How Bird Control Works in Kingwood Every Kingwood bird control job starts with an inspection to identify the species, locate nesting and roosting sites, and assess the structural access points involved. Our technicians determine what you are dealing with before recommending a control plan. Visit our Kingwood bird control contact page to schedule an inspection or ask questions by phone. Bird control services provided across Kingwood include: Bird exclusion netting: Physical barrier systems blocking access to eaves, overhangs, and structural cavities Bird spike installation: Stainless steel spike systems for ledges, rooflines, and landing surfaces Vent and soffit sealing: Permanent closure of dryer vents, HVAC openings, and roof penetrations used for nesting Woodpecker deterrents: Visual and physical deterrent systems installed to stop active pecking and prevent birds from returning to the same site Nest removal and sanitation: Safe removal of active and inactive nests with cleanup of droppings and nesting debris Chimney cap installation: Capping open chimneys used by sparrows or starlings Commercial roost management: Deterrent programs for grackle and starling pressure on retail and commercial properties Every technician is a Bird Barrier Certified Installer, Ridge Guard Certified Installer, and holds NWCOA Bat Standards Certification along with Advanced Metal Fabrication Certification for exclusion and proofing work. A Veteran-Owned Bird Control Company Serving Kingwood The Critter Team was founded in June 2015 by Mike Garrett, a 20-year US Army veteran who built the company around a military standard of precision and accountability. Every bird control job is performed in-house by trained, certified technicians - no subcontracting. In a community like Kingwood where homes are well-established and appearance matters, deterrent systems are selected and installed to be as unobtrusive as possible on the structure. Credentials and licensing: Licensed nuisance wildlife removal operator in Texas Bird Barrier Certified Installer Ridge Guard Certified Installer and Authorized Distributor, North Houston Metro NWCOA Bat Standards Certified (member since 2016) Advanced Metal Fabrication Certified $1 million per occurrence / $2 million aggregate general liability insurance, plus workers' compensation Most woodpecker species in Texas are protected under federal law, which affects what control methods can legally be used and when. The Cornell Lab of Ornithology's guide to stopping woodpecker damage on homes covers the legal deterrent options that actually hold. A licensed operator uses those methods from the start rather than approaches that fail quickly or create liability. Full-Service Bird Control Across Kingwood, TX Every Kingwood bird control job is backed by a written warranty on all exclusion work. The Critter Team performs all work in-house with no subcontracting, and phones are answered 24 hours a day, seven days a week including holidays. The company holds a 4.6-star Google rating across both Houston-area locations. No matter which bird species is causing problems at your home or business, Kingwood bird control starts with a call to The Critter Team. Contact The Critter Team today for bird control services in Kingwood, TX. Make sure to check out the latest podcast about Kingwood, TX bird control - https://tehcritterteam.podbean.com/e/kingwood_tx_bird_control/ The Critter Team 6942 FM 1960 Rd E, Suite 211, Humble, TX 77346 (281) 667-0171

    Kingwood, TX Bird Control

  8. Jun 3

    Tomball, TX Bird Control

    Are you looking for help with Tomball, TX bird control services? In this podcast we discuss the most common bird problems affecting Tomball homes and businesses, how professional exclusion and deterrent systems work, and how to identify which species has taken up residence in your vents, eaves, roofline, or commercial property. House sparrows, European starlings, barn swallows, chimney swifts, and grackles are the species most commonly causing structural damage and sanitation problems in Tomball, TX. Tomball straddles the Harris and Montgomery county line along the Highway 249 corridor, and the city's older downtown core sits alongside rapidly expanding residential and commercial development. The historic downtown area around Tomball Depot Plaza has older brick and frame buildings that have hosted house sparrows and chimney swifts for generations - sparrows in every available crevice and vent opening, swifts in chimneys that go unnoticed until homeowners hear the descending calls of a colony at dusk. Barn swallows take advantage of wide eave overhangs on both older homes and newer construction near the edges of development, returning to the same nesting sites each spring as reliably as the season changes. Grackles roost in commercial areas along 249 as flocks build through fall. Each of these species requires a different control approach, and several of them are federally protected. Droppings at vent openings or on window sills below eaves indicate sparrows or starlings nesting above. Mud cup nests on eave faces or porch ceilings are barn swallows. The churring calls of chimney swifts coming from inside a flue means a colony is present. Grackles are hard to miss when a large roost establishes on a commercial property. Getting the species right before any work begins is what determines both the correct method and whether it is legal to proceed. How Bird Control Works in Tomball Every Tomball bird control job starts with an inspection to identify the species, locate nesting and roosting sites, and assess the structural access points involved. Our technicians determine what you are dealing with before recommending a control plan. Visit our Tomball bird control contact page to schedule an inspection or ask questions by phone. Bird control services provided across Tomball include: Bird exclusion netting: Physical barrier systems blocking access to eaves, overhangs, loading docks, and structural cavities Bird spike installation: Stainless steel spike systems for ledges, rooflines, signs, and landing surfaces Vent and soffit sealing: Permanent closure of dryer vents, HVAC openings, and roof penetrations used for nesting Chimney cap installation: Capping open chimneys outside of the chimney swift nesting window Nest removal and sanitation: Safe removal of active and inactive nests with cleanup of droppings and nesting debris Commercial roost management: Deterrent programs for grackle pressure on retail and commercial properties along the 249 corridor Historic structure proofing: Exclusion work on older downtown buildings requiring careful material selection to match existing construction Every technician is a Bird Barrier Certified Installer, Ridge Guard Certified Installer, and holds NWCOA Bat Standards Certification along with Advanced Metal Fabrication Certification for exclusion and proofing work. A Veteran-Owned Bird Control Company Serving Tomball The Critter Team was founded in June 2015 by Mike Garrett, a 20-year US Army veteran who built the company around a military standard of precision and accountability. Every bird control job is performed in-house by trained, certified technicians - no subcontracting. Exclusion work on historic and older structures in Tomball's downtown core requires the same attention to aesthetics as any high-value residential property - the goal is always for the work to be invisible on the building. Credentials and licensing: Licensed nuisance wildlife removal operator in Texas Bird Barrier Certified Installer Ridge Guard Certified Installer and Authorized Distributor, North Houston Metro NWCOA Bat Standards Certified (member since 2016) Advanced Metal Fabrication Certified $1 million per occurrence / $2 million aggregate general liability insurance, plus workers' compensation House sparrows and European starlings are not protected under federal law and can be managed year-round, but most other species that nest or roost in Tomball structures are covered by the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. That includes chimney swifts and barn swallows, both of which are common in this area. Active nests of protected species cannot legally be removed during nesting season, which is why timing and identification are the first steps on every job rather than afterthoughts. Full-Service Bird Control Across Tomball, TX Every Tomball bird control job is backed by a written warranty on all exclusion work. The Critter Team performs all work in-house with no subcontracting, and phones are answered 24 hours a day, seven days a week including holidays. The company holds a 4.6-star Google rating across both Houston-area locations. No matter which bird species is causing problems at your home or business, Tomball bird control starts with a call to The Critter Team. Contact The Critter Team today for bird control services in Tomball, TX and also don't forget to listen to our latest podcast on Tomball, TX bird control - https://tehcritterteam.podbean.com/e/tomball_tx_bird_control/ The Critter Team 17627 Shadow Valley Dr, Spring, TX 77379 (281) 800-4992

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The Critter Team Wildlife Removal Podcast The Critter Team is a 100% military veteran owned and operated wildlife removal company serving more than 60 communities across Harris, Montgomery, Liberty, and Chambers counties in the greater Houston, Texas area. The company was founded in June 2015 by Mike Garrett, a retired US Army veteran who spent 20 years in uniform before bringing that same discipline, accountability, and zero-fail mentality into the wildlife control industry. Mike runs the business with his wife Victoria, who manages scheduling, customer communication, billing, and daily operations as Office Manager. With offices in Humble and Spring, The Critter Team provides 24/7 emergency wildlife service to residential and commercial properties across Houston, The Woodlands, Conroe, Kingwood, Atascocita, Summerwood, Cypress, Tomball, Katy, Crosby, Porter, Huffman, Magnolia, Cleveland, Livingston, Montgomery, Shenandoah, and dozens of surrounding neighborhoods. The company is fully licensed and permitted for nuisance wildlife control in Texas and carries $1 million per occurrence general liability, $2 million aggregate, and full workers' compensation coverage. All work is performed in-house by trained company employees. Mike Garrett's credentials set The Critter Team apart in a field where most operators carry little more than a basic trapping permit. He holds a National Wildlife Control Operators Association (NWCOA) Bat Standards Certification, a rigorous credential covering bat biology, exclusion techniques, and safe handling, along with a certificate of completion for the NWCOA Wildlife Control Operators Training Course. The company is a Ridge Guard Certified Installer and authorized distributor for the north Houston metro area, a Bird Barrier Certified Installer, and the team holds additional certifications in Advanced Metal Fabrication for wildlife exclusion and Precision Shooting in Critical Environments. Mike has personally completed 60 to 80 bat exclusion projects and was featured on CW39 Houston as the expert source on rabid bat bites. In 2025, the company received the Wildlife Removal Directory Excellence Award for outstanding wildlife control services across Montgomery, Liberty, and Harris counties. Services span the full range of wildlife issues Houston-area properties deal with: bat removal and exclusion, raccoon removal, squirrel removal, roof rat removal, snake removal for venomous and non-venomous species, bird control, skunk trapping, armadillo trapping, beaver removal, nutria removal, opossum removal, mole removal, dead animal removal, coyote trapping, and feral hog removal. The team also handles attic restoration and decontamination, wildlife exclusion using custom-fabricated 23-gauge aluminum and commercial-grade sealants, structural damage repair to soffits, fascia, roofing, electrical wiring, drywall, and HVAC ductwork, and full insulation replacement. Customers across Google, Yelp, and Nextdoor consistently call out Mike and his crew by name for honest assessments, thorough inspections with photos, and work that holds up long after the truck leaves. Team members Jeff, Julio, Tad, and Chris have each been praised individually in verified customer reviews. One reviewer described calling another company that quoted $4,000 without even inspecting the property. The Critter Team came out, did a proper inspection, and determined no expensive treatment was needed at all. The company follows a 5-step process on every job: comprehensive home inspection with species identification and photo documentation, humane animal removal using professional traps selected for safety around children and pets, full cleanup and decontamination of affected areas, animal damage repair by in-house technicians, and guaranteed exclusion work backed by a written warranty. With a collective 4.6-star Google rating across both locations and over a decade of serving the Houston metro area, The Critter Team has built its name the s

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