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Squirrels
Since squirrels have the ability to climb anywhere, chimneys and vents make perfect nesting locations. They can quickly block the chimney causing smoke or other dangerous furnaces fumes to come back into the house. Furthermore, squirrels left in the chimney can have their young and can become trapped causing maggots (which turn into flies) and other unpleasant smells.
Not only is the chimney their home, but it is also their toilet.
Caution must be used when handling squirrels, as they can be infected with lice, fleas, and chiggers. Squirrels also run, jump and bite!
The Ministry of Natural Resources, The Humane Society as well as industry leaders forbid animal relocation; therefore, animals are re-released in the area found unharmed.
Raccoons
Chimneys make perfect homes for raccoons to live because they are dark and out of the way of predators. Raccoons left in the chimney will have their babies and possibly become trapped, causing maggots and other unpleasant consequences such as terrible smells.
They will also use the chimney as a toilet. Caution must be used when handling Raccoons as they can be infected with fleas, roundworm, canine distemper, parvovirus and rabies.
The Ministry of Natural Resources, The Humane Society as well as industry leaders forbid animal relocation; therefore, animals are re-released in the area found unharmed.
Birds
Since birds have the ability to build a nest and lay their eggs in most places, they sometimes make chimney tops their home. This can block the chimney causing smoke or dangerous fumes to come back into the house. Bird nests can lead to damage in a liner systems if not taken care of right away. If you notice bird activity at the top of your chimney call us as soon as possible.
Caution must be used when handling birds, as they can be infected with avian influenza, histoplasmosis and salmonellosis.
The Ministry of Natural Resources, The Humane Society as well as industry leaders forbid animal relocation; therefore, animals are re-released in the area found unharmed.