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18 Years
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Emergency
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Professional Wildlife Removal Services in Richmond, VA
Richmond Animal Removal has been Virginia's trusted leader in humane wildlife removal since 2008. Founded by husband-and-wife team Eddie and Wanda, our company combines Eddie's animal trapping expertise with Wanda's customer service excellence to deliver seamless solutions. We maintain higher standards than Virginia requires, with continuous training in best practices and advanced certifications from organizations like the National Wildlife Control Operators Association. Our team specializes in removing raccoons, bats, snakes, and other nuisance wildlife while prioritizing eco-friendly methods and client safety.With 24/7 emergency services across Richmond, Charlottesville, and surrounding areas, we guarantee 100% customer satisfaction through rapid response times and comprehensive clean-up protocols. Our state-licensed professionals hold multiple qualifications including Bat Standards Compliance and Certified Bird Barrier Installer certifications, ensuring expert handling of both common and complex wildlife situations.
Services
Raccoon Removal
Bat Exclusion
Snake Control
Bird Removal
Groundhog Trapping
Skunk Exclusion
Mole Removal
Squirrel Control
Canada Geese Management
White-tailed Deer Removal
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We maintain higher standards than Virginia's requirements with continuous training
- Our team holds NWCOA Bat Standards Compliance certification
- 24/7 emergency services available across Virginia
- Certified Bird Barrier Installers with specialized exclusion expertise
- Eco-friendly removal methods protecting both wildlife and property
Associations and certifications
- Virginia Department of Game & Inland Fisheries Licensed
- National Wildlife Control Operators Association (NWCOA)
- Better Business Bureau (BBB)
- Virginia Wildlife Damage Management Association (VWDMA)
- Bat Standards Compliant Certified (NWCOA)
- National Pest Management Association (NPMA)
- Virginia Pest Management Association (VPMA)
What people say
Professional service
24/7 availability
Thorough clean-up
Expert technicians
Effective solutions
Services
Raccoon Removal
Our certified technicians safely remove raccoons using humane traps and exclusion techniques. We address health risks from rabies and roundworm while repairing property damage. Services include attic clean-up and prevention of re-entry through structural sealing. Available 24/7 for urgent situations across Virginia.
Bat Exclusion
Specialized bat removal follows NWCOA standards with timing compliance during non-breeding seasons. We implement exclusion devices and guano clean-up while maintaining bat conservation principles. Services include sealing entry points and odor elimination across residential and commercial properties.
Snake Control
Professional snake removal handles both venomous and non-venomous species with specialized containment equipment. We identify attractants like rodent infestations and implement exclusion barriers. Services include safe relocation and prevention strategies for residential and agricultural properties.
Bird Removal
Human removal of nuisance birds including pigeons and starlings using humane deterrents and exclusion netting. We address health risks from droppings and implement long-term prevention through structural modifications. Services include cleanup of contaminated areas and federal permit compliance for protected species.
Groundhog Trapping
Professional groundhog removal addresses structural damage from burrowing using live traps and exclusion techniques. We repair foundation damage and implement deterrents to prevent re-entry. Services include habitat modification and exclusion barrier installation for residential and commercial properties.
People
Eddie
Founder & Wildlife Control Specialist
With over 15 years of experience, Eddie leads our technical team with expertise in humane trapping methods. He maintains multiple industry certifications and develops our specialized exclusion protocols.
Wanda
Customer Service Director
Wanda manages client relations with 12+ years of experience in wildlife removal coordination. She ensures seamless communication between clients and technicians while maintaining our high service standards.
Questions
What wildlife species do you handle?
We manage all common Virginia nuisance wildlife including raccoons, bats, snakes, groundhogs, skunks, squirrels, Canada geese, and white-tailed deer through state-permitted methods.
Are your removal methods humane?
Yes, we use live trapping and exclusion techniques that comply with Virginia Department of Game & Inland Fisheries regulations while prioritizing animal welfare.
Do you offer emergency services?
Our 24/7 emergency response team handles urgent wildlife situations with immediate dispatch availability across Virginia.
How do you prevent re-infestation?
We implement exclusion barriers, seal entry points, and provide habitat modification recommendations to prevent wildlife return with guaranteed long-term solutions.
Are you licensed for pest control?
We hold Virginia 7D Vertebrate Pest Control certification and maintain multiple industry accreditations including NWCOA membership.
What areas do you service?
We operate statewide in Virginia including Richmond, Charlottesville, Norfolk, Virginia Beach, and surrounding counties with rapid response capabilities.
Reviews (2)
Elizabeth Wickert
Jul 03, 2015
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Virginia Professional Wildlife Removal Service has done it again! A few years ago it was an issue with squirrels in the attic that Critter Control.
Alaria Godwin
May 19, 2015
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I had a raccoon trapped in the space between the first and second floors of my house. I made the mistake of calling other pest services first and was.
