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Woodpeckers

Information about Woodpeckers

Information:

- One litter per year, consisting of a 6 egg average
- Lay eggs early summer
- They feed on wood dwelling insects, berries, and tree sap
- They are active during the day

Nuisance Concern:
- They will drill holes usually on the side of a house
- They typically live in the siding
- They are a giant noise disturbance

Removal:
- Scare tactics are used to scare the woodpecker away from the house
- APCS can trap them once a deprecation permit is regulated by U.S. Fish and Wildlife
- APCS assists in permitting process

will drill holes on sides of homes, barns and structures...

 

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If you have a squirrel, raccoon or any other animal living in your attic APCS recommends trapping and removing the animals. Once there is not any more activity APCS recommends sealing off any other possible entry points. The technician will be able to advise you of any preventative repairs.

If you have mice. APCS recommends treating until the activity has decreased to a minimal amount. Once activity is minimal APCS recommends sealing off any possible entry points. The technician will be able to advise you of any preventive seal-up.