Humane Wildlife Removal in New Albany, Ohio
Skedaddle Columbus — serving Central Ohio since 2024. No traps. No poison. Permanent exclusion.
Heading into late fall and winter, we help New Albany homeowners with squirrels, bats, mice and birds through humane removal, exclusion, cleanup and attic restoration where it is needed. New Albany sits northeast of Columbus, with homes ranging from the original village streets near the Village Center to the Georgian neighborhoods around the New Albany Country Club, so our Columbus team plans each job around the property and the animal.
At a Glance
- Service area: New Albany, Ohio, about 15 miles northeast of downtown Columbus in Franklin and Licking counties.
- Species handled: Squirrels, bats, mice and birds; also skunks, raccoons and rats.
- Inspection: Full-property assessment, with our findings and a written quote before work begins.
- Method: Humane removal and exclusion matched to the species, the season and your home.
- Guarantee: Lifetime guarantee on all workmanship and materials.
- Experience: Skedaddle Columbus serving New Albany since 2024 · Skedaddle founded 1989 · 15 humane wildlife removals completed in New Albany in the past 12 months.
Why homeowners choose Skedaddle
We handle the whole job: removing the animal, finding how it got in and sealing those openings so your home is ready for the cold months ahead. Every New Albany visit starts with what we find on site.
Local knowledge of New Albany homes
Skedaddle Columbus has worked in New Albany since 2024, and we completed 15 humane wildlife removals in the city over the past 12 months. New Albany was founded in 1837 and grew rapidly from the 1990s, when the first New Albany Country Club homes debuted in 1991 and Georgian-style neighborhoods spread out from the village. Our team works on older homes near the Village Center, 1990s homes in Ashton Grove and newer builds across the city. Brick Georgian homes bring chimneys, dormers and roof returns, so we inspect every level of the home and share our findings before work begins.
The right method for each animal
Our technicians train in wildlife biology as well as home repair, decontamination and restoration, so each plan starts with the animal's behavior and the structure of your home. Squirrels in a soffit, bats in an attic and mice behind a sill plate each need a different humane method, whether that is hands-on removal, a one-way device where appropriate or timing the work around young. In winter, we also plan around late-winter squirrel breeding and Ohio's bat rules. Our methods are approved by SPCAs and Humane Societies.
A guarantee that stays with the repair
We back every exclusion repair with our lifetime guarantee on all workmanship and materials. Before work begins, your written scope lists each opening we will close and the materials we plan to use, so the coverage is clear from day one. Winter ice, wind and temperature swings test chimneys, roof vents and foundation gaps on New Albany homes. If a repair we completed needs attention later, we come back to inspect it and re-seal it at no charge, under the written service terms.
Meet Geoff Finn, Owner of Skedaddle Columbus
Geoff Finn launched Skedaddle Columbus in 2024 after dealing with wildlife in his own rural home. A certified wildlife control operator with a background in business leadership, he leads our team in protecting Central Ohio homes humanely.
Wildlife we handle
Once the weather turns cold, wildlife looks for a warm place to wait out the winter, and attics, walls, vents and basements offer exactly that. In New Albany, we provide humane removal for squirrels, bats, mice and birds, with each method chosen for the animal and the season. The Ohio Division of Wildlife points to chimneys, loose siding, loose vent covers and gaps around pipes and outlets as common entry points, and we check all of them.
Squirrel removal
Late-winter nest check
Ohio squirrels breed in February and March, according to the Ohio Division of Wildlife certification manual, so a squirrel in a New Albany attic this winter may soon be preparing a nest. Mature trees line many New Albany streets, and Swickard Woods Arboretum holds a tree more than 300 years old. In neighborhoods such as Tidewater and Upper Clarenton, we look for limbs near the roofline, chewed soffits and gaps at roof returns. Following the Ohio Division of Wildlife advice, we locate the female's entrance and check for young before removal, then seal each opening with durable materials.
Bat removal
Winter roost assessment
From October 15 through March 31, Ohio restricts bat exclusion whenever bats are present, under Ohio Division of Wildlife rules. For New Albany homes this winter, we inspect the attic, roofline and chimney, confirm the roost and close interior routes into your living space, which the rules allow year-round. Older roofs near the Village Center and the chimneys and dormers of country club homes both get a close look. Exterior exclusion is then planned for the spring window, or sooner if the Division grants written permission.
Mouse removal
Foundation and utility gap check
Mice move indoors as the weather cools, and Penn State Extension notes that a mouse can fit through a hole about the size of a dime. Many New Albany homes sit near open fields, trails and the 1,200-acre Rocky Fork Metro Park, which give mice cover close to the house. We trace gaps around utility lines, dryer vents, garage doors and sill plates, then remove the mice and seal the entry points with durable materials. Any needed cleanup of droppings and nesting material is part of your written quote, so the whole job is planned together.
Bird removal
Vent and roofline check
Starlings and house sparrows work their way into dryer, bath and attic vents, and the Ohio Division of Wildlife names both among the birds that nest in and on homes. On New Albany homes, we check vent covers, soffit gaps and gutters along the roofline, from older houses near the Village Center to newer builds in Hampsted Green. Once the birds are out, we remove the nesting material, clean the area and fit screened vent covers so the openings stay closed before nesting season returns in spring.
Other wildlife we remove in New Albany
Our winter service also covers skunks denning beneath decks, porches and sheds, raccoons denning in attics and chimneys, and rats using openings around foundations and garages. Captured raccoons and skunks may not be relocated in Ohio, so we use hands-on removal and exclusion on site. For each animal, we confirm the species and combine humane removal, entry-point repairs and any needed cleanup in a single plan.
Not sure which animal you’re hearing?
Scratching in the attic at dawn or noises inside the walls of a New Albany home can come from several different animals. We inspect your home, identify what is there and find the entry route, then explain the removal and repair plan with a written quote.
Neighborhoods we serve
We serve homeowners across New Albany, a city about 15 miles northeast of downtown Columbus, in Plain Township in Franklin County and Jersey Township in Licking County, with its historic core around the Village Center. We check availability for your address at booking. The neighborhoods below are examples of where we work rather than a complete list, and our Columbus service area also takes in the nearby communities listed in our business details.
What an inspection looks like
Our New Albany inspection runs from the foundation to the roofline. We identify the animal, find active and likely entry points, check the attic, wall spaces and basement for damage and contamination, and explain what we found with a written quote before any work starts. In winter, we also note the nest and roost conditions that affect scheduling.
- Book the inspection: Call 614-662-1800 or book online. We arrange your New Albany visit and note the details our technician needs before arriving.
- Onsite inspection and removal plan: We inspect the property, confirm the species and entry points, record any attic or wall-void impact, and go over the plan and pricing before work starts.
- Humane removal and permanent sealing: We choose the method for the species, which may mean hands-on removal, one-way devices where appropriate or reuniting dependent young with their mother. With the animals confirmed out, we seal vulnerable openings using durable materials.
- Decontamination and attic restoration: Where we find droppings, nesting material or soiled insulation, we remove it, decontaminate the area and restore damaged insulation, based on the assessment.
- Guarantee and follow-up: Our work is backed by a lifetime guarantee on all workmanship and materials, and we return to check any sealed point that needs attention.
Your written quote brings removal, exclusion, cleanup and any attic restoration into one document, so restoration is priced together with the exclusion work. Restoration reflects the condition of the space, and the scope can range from targeted cleaning to full insulation replacement. Book Inspection
Skedaddle's Three-Step Wildlife Removal Process
Assess and Remove
We start each New Albany job by inspecting the home to identify the animal, follow its route inside and assess the areas it has used. Squirrels in a soffit in Tidewater and bats in an attic near the Village Center need different plans. We select a humane removal method for the species, plan around any dependent young and time the work to Ohio's seasonal rules where they apply.
Learn moreClear and Clean
With the animals gone, we evaluate droppings, guano, nesting material, urine staining and odor in each affected area. We then clean and decontaminate the space or remove soiled materials, depending on what we find. If insulation has been flattened or contaminated, our written scope includes taking it out and replacing it; if the damage is limited, the cleanup stays focused.
Learn morePrevent and Protect
After confirming the animals have left, we seal entry points and reinforce weak spots such as roof vents, soffit gaps, chimney openings and foundation openings with durable exclusion materials. The written scope lists every opening we repair, and our exclusion work carries a lifetime guarantee on all workmanship and materials.
Learn moreWildlife by season
Wildlife activity around New Albany follows the seasons, so we plan inspections and removal around the time of year, the species involved and Ohio's rules. The chart shows how our focus changes from season to season.
| Season | Wildlife focus | Our service focus |
|---|---|---|
| Spring (March–May) |
Squirrels with young, returning bats, nesting birds | We check attics, soffits and vents for mothers with young before any removal and plan exterior bat exclusion for Ohio's April 1 to May 15 window. |
| Summer (June–August) |
Bats, birds and squirrels | We watch roof and vent activity and work bat exclusion around the maternity season, which Ohio restricts from May 16 through July 31 when five or more bats are present. |
| Fall (September–November) |
Mice moving indoors, squirrels seeking dens, bats | We seal foundation, utility and roofline gaps ahead of the cold and, where conditions allow, complete exterior bat exclusion before Ohio's October 15 restriction. |
| Winter (December–February) |
Squirrels in attics, bats roosting indoors, mice in walls | We remove animals sheltering in attics, walls and vents, watch for late-winter squirrel breeding, and seal interior bat routes until exterior bat work can resume in spring. |
Quarterly focus: Q4 (October–December 2026) This quarter in New Albany, we are focused on squirrels settling into attics and soffits, bats settling in for the winter, mice moving indoors and birds working into vents. Squirrels begin breeding in February, so we are sealing openings now while attics are still free of young, and we document bat roosts for exterior work in spring. Each written scope combines removal, repairs and any cleanup as winter sets in.
Ready to see the same method used on your home?
Whether the problem is an attic near the Village Center or a soffit in Upper Clarenton, we use the same inspection-led approach on every New Albany home. Book an inspection, and we will show you what we found and the repairs we recommend.
Inside the exclusion process
Our exclusion process ties together what is happening inside your home and the openings outside. Each step follows the findings from your New Albany inspection, from the first nest or roost we locate to the final repair.
A humane approach to wildlife removal
Every removal is a plan built for the animal and the building, not a one-size tool. Based on what we find, we may remove animals by hand, retrieve dependent young, use a one-way device where appropriate or install species-specific exclusion hardware. Squirrels in an attic in Ashton Grove and mice in the walls of a home in Hampsted Green need very different approaches, and late-winter breeding and Ohio's bat rules both affect timing through the colder months.
Reuniting mothers with young whenever possible
If dependent young are present, keeping the family together comes first. We use warming boxes and species-specific reunification techniques so the mother can collect her young and move them to a new den. Ohio requires captured raccoons and skunks to stay on the property where they were found, and reuniting families on site fits that requirement. Because squirrels start breeding in late winter, we check carefully for new nests before sealing anything.
Decontamination and attic restoration
Our attic restoration assessment tells us whether your attic needs targeted cleaning or a broader removal and replacement of insulation. Squirrels, bats and mice that spend the winter in a New Albany home can leave droppings, guano, urine and nesting material in attics and walls well before the signs show up in the living space. We map the affected areas, explain what needs to come out and list the recommended cleanup and restoration on your written quote.
Why every seal carries a lifetime guarantee
Our exclusion repairs come with a lifetime guarantee on all workmanship and materials. Your written scope names every opening we seal, from chimney and roofline openings in the New Albany Country Club neighborhoods to foundation gaps in Tidewater, so you know exactly what is covered. Should one of those repairs need attention later, we will inspect it and re-seal it at no charge. The guarantee covers the work we complete under the written service terms.
Service area and contact information
Saturday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm | Sunday 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Frequently asked questions
How much does wildlife removal cost?
We price each New Albany job with a written quote after inspecting the home. The total depends on the animal, the number and location of entry points, and whether cleanup or attic restoration is part of the work. We go over our findings first, and the quote lists removal, exclusion and restoration together so you can review the full scope before anything starts.
Can you remove wildlife the same day I call?
Same-day service is sometimes available, but it cannot be guaranteed. We prioritize genuine urgency, such as a bat flying inside the home or an animal trapped in a living space or window well. Other calls are scheduled for the earliest available inspection. Call 614-662-1800 and our team will check today's availability for your New Albany address.
When can I schedule a bat exclusion?
We inspect for bats in any season, but the timing of exterior exclusion depends on Ohio's rules. The Ohio Division of Wildlife restricts exclusion from October 15 through March 31 when bats are present, and from May 16 through July 31 when five or more are present. In winter, we close interior routes into the living space and schedule the exterior work for spring. Our written plan shows what we can do now and what we will complete in the spring window.
What areas do you serve?
We serve homeowners throughout New Albany, including Village Center, New Albany Country Club, Ashton Grove, Tidewater, Hampsted Green and Upper Clarenton. Our Columbus team also serves Clintonville, Columbus, Delaware, Dublin, Franklinton, Gahanna, Grove City, Groveport, Hilliard, Obetz, Pataskala, Pickerington, Powell, Reynoldsburg, Sunbury, Upper Arlington, Westerville, Whitehall and Worthington. We check availability for your address when you book.
Do you follow Ohio wildlife regulations?
Yes. We work within the Ohio Division of Wildlife rules for every animal we handle, including the seasonal limits on bat exclusion and the requirement that captured raccoons and skunks stay on the property where they are found. Our humane methods are approved by SPCAs and Humane Societies, and each New Albany job is planned around dependent young, timing and the rules that apply to your home.
What wildlife signs should I watch for this winter?
Common winter signs include scratching or running in the attic or walls, fluttering or chirping inside vents, droppings or guano near the roofline or in the basement, and chewed wood or debris around soffits, vents and garage doors. Squirrels begin breeding in late winter, bats can stay in attics through the cold months and mice stay active indoors. We inspect the signs you have noticed, identify the animal and find how it got in, then plan removal, repairs and cleanup together.
Does the work come with a warranty?
Yes. Every exclusion repair we complete is covered by a lifetime guarantee on all workmanship and materials. Your written service terms identify the openings we sealed and the coverage that applies. Should one of those repairs need attention, we will come back, inspect it and re-seal it at no charge. New activity at an unrelated part of the home is not automatically covered.
What happens to the attic after the animals are removed?
We inspect the attic for droppings, guano, urine, nesting material and damaged insulation, then recommend either targeted cleaning or broader restoration based on what we find. Restoration can involve removing soiled insulation, decontaminating the space and installing new insulation. The recommended work is part of your written quote, so the restoration fits the actual condition of your attic rather than a set package.
New Albany Wildlife Resources & Guides
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Book your inspection today
Scratching above a ceiling in Tidewater, bats in an attic near the Village Center or mice in the walls of a home in Hampsted Green can all mean wildlife has moved in for the winter. Our team identifies the animal, removes it humanely with a method chosen for the species, closes every entry point, decontaminates the affected space and replaces insulation where needed, all backed by a lifetime guarantee on all workmanship and materials. Our methods are approved by SPCAs and Humane Societies. Call 614-662-1800 or book your New Albany inspection to get started.

