Animal contamination is a health issue, not just a mess
Animal waste and remains can carry organisms that cause human disease. The CDC warns, for example, that cleaning up rodent urine and droppings can expose people to hantavirus if the material is stirred into the air by sweeping or vacuuming. Accumulated bird and bat droppings are associated with fungal diseases such as histoplasmosis. Raccoon feces can contain roundworm eggs that survive for long periods. Dead animals in walls, attics and crawlspaces produce strong odors and attract insects.
Because of this, animal contamination calls for wetting, containment and protective equipment, not a broom and a shop vacuum.
What we handle
- Rodent droppings and nests in attics, crawlspaces, cabinets, garages, storage buildings and vacant properties.
- Bird and bat droppings in attics, barns, eaves, warehouses and other structures.
- Raccoon latrines: concentrated feces deposits in attics, on roofs and around structures.
- Dead animal removal from walls, ceilings, crawlspaces, ducts and under buildings, followed by decontamination and odor treatment.
- Attic and crawlspace decontamination, including removal of contaminated insulation, vapor barrier and debris.
- Kennels, shelters and animal facilities that need disinfection after disease outbreaks or before reuse.
How the work is done
- Exclusion first. If animals are still getting in, a licensed wildlife or pest control professional should close the entry points. Otherwise recontamination is likely. We coordinate with your provider.
- Containment and protection. Affected areas are isolated, and technicians use respiratory protection and protective clothing suited to the hazard.
- Wet removal. Droppings and nest material are wetted with a disinfectant before removal to keep particles out of the air.
- Material removal. Contaminated insulation, vapor barrier and porous materials are removed and bagged.
- Cleaning and disinfection. Remaining surfaces are cleaned and then disinfected.
- Odor treatment where decomposition or heavy urine has occurred.
- Restoration handoff. Insulation replacement and repairs can follow once the area is clean.
Important limits
We don't trap or relocate live wildlife, and we don't apply pesticides. Those services require separately licensed professionals, and state wildlife rules apply. If anyone has symptoms after exposure to animal droppings, they should contact a healthcare provider.