Wildlife Exclusion: Here’s How to Keep Your Business Protected
🍂 Fall in Florida Doesn’t Just Bring Cooler Temps—It Brings Uninvited Guests.
As the weather shifts, raccoons, bats, opossums, and rodents begin their annual search for warm shelter—and your business could be their perfect target. Don’t let your facility become a winter home for wildlife. Here’s how to keep them out for good.
Why Does Wildlife Activity Increase in the Fall?
Even Florida’s subtle seasonal changes trigger animal behavior shifts. Here’s who’s on the move and what you need to know:
- Bats – Bats are more active now as they search for roosting sites for the cooler months, making this the ideal time to prevent them from settling in your building. August 15 to April 15 is the only time period when bats can be legally and safely excluded from buildings in Florida. Property owners can safely and legally seal entry points before breeding season begins again in spring. Our wildlife experts are licensed and trained to ensure that bat exclusion is completed safely, legally, and humanely.
- Raccoons – These intelligent foragers increase activity in fall as they prepare for winter. They’re especially drawn to dumpster areas, food storage zones, and places with consistent food odors.
- Opossums – Often underestimated, opossums seek enclosed, protected areas like crawl spaces, storage rooms, or loading docks. Once inside, they can leave behind strong odors and sanitation issues.
- Rodents – Cooler nights send rats and mice searching for warmth. They can squeeze through openings as small as a dime, causing major problems once inside. They are prone to chewing on wires, damaging insulation, and contaminating products.
What are the Risks to Your Business?
Wildlife intrusions can have costly and far-reaching consequences:
- Property Damage: Chewed wires, gnawed wood, and torn insulation can create fire hazards and require expensive repairs.
- Health & Safety Hazards: Droppings and urine can carry dangerous bacteria, fungi, and parasites such as fleas, ticks, and mites.
- Regulatory Compliance Issues: In industries like food service, healthcare, or manufacturing, wildlife activity can result in failed inspections, fines, or even forced closures.
- Operational Disruptions: Unplanned shutdowns for cleanup or repairs can mean lost revenue, reduced productivity, and unhappy customers.
Why Exclusion is the Most Effective Approach
Exclusion is your first and best line of defense. At Turner Pest Control, we know the most effective—and humane—way to handle wildlife problems is to stop them before they start. Our team of wildlife experts take a proactive and preventative approach by sealing every known access point, so animals never gain access in the first place.
Fall Wildlife Prevention Checklist for Your Business
Take these proactive steps today:
- Book a Professional Inspection. We check rooflines, vents, loading docks, foundation gaps, and utility entry points for vulnerabilities.
- Seal Vulnerable Entry Points. Install vent screens, chimney caps, and rodent-proof barriers to block access.
- Secure Waste & Food Sources – Use raccoon- and rodent-resistant dumpsters, implement regular trash removal, and prevent spills to keep food odors from attracting pests.
- Trim Landscaping – Trees and brush can be highways for pests and wild animals.
Why Choose Turner’s Commercial Wildlife Exclusion and Removal Services
Here are some reasons why Florida Businesses Trust Turner Pest Control:
- Detailed inspections with documentation and expert insights.
- Tailored exclusion plans for your industry (retail, healthcare, food service, or office settings).
- Ongoing support to maintain protection year-round.
- Regulatory guidance to help you avoid compliance issues.
Our wildlife management solutions keep your business running smoothly 24/7, 365 days. Stay operational, knowing your staff and customers are safe, and your property is free from costly damage.
Act Before Wildlife Moves In
Every day you wait increases the risk of infestation, repair costs, and potential downtime.
✅ Prevent problems before they start
✅ Stay compliant and inspection-ready
✅ Protect your people, your property, and your bottom line.
