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Orleans, ON · Serving since 1993
Humane Wildlife Removal in Orleans, ON
Skedaddle Ottawa — serving the greater Orleans area since 1993.
No traps. No poison. Permanent exclusion.
Orleans stretches along the south shore of the Ottawa River about 16 kilometres east of downtown Ottawa, where mature streets north of Highway 174 and newer subdivisions reaching toward the Mer Bleue-side corridors both back onto wooded edges and drainage channels. Skedaddle Ottawa removes raccoons, mice, bats and squirrels from Orleans homes with an inspection-led approach matched to the species, then seals every entry point permanently, decontaminates wherever the animals were active, and restores attic insulation damaged over a denning season.
Serving Orleans since 1993
Skedaddle founded 1989
Humane, hands-on removal
At a Glance
- Service area: Orleans and all neighbourhoods, including Convent Glen, Chapel Hill, Avalon, Queenswood, Fallingbrook, Orleans Woods, Cardinal Creek, and Nottinggate
- Species handled: Raccoon, mouse, bat, and squirrel removal
- Inspection: Full-property inspection of every Orleans home first — roof line, soffits, vents and foundation — before any exclusion work begins
- Method: Inspection-led humane exclusion. No traps. No poison. No lethal removal.
- Guarantee: Lifetime guarantee on all workmanship and materials
- Experience: Skedaddle Ottawa serving Orleans since 1993 · Skedaddle founded 1989 · 120+ humane wildlife removals completed in Orleans in the past 12 months
Reviewed by Bill Dowd, Founder, President & CEO, Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control. Last updated September 2026.
Why homeowners choose Skedaddle
Choosing a wildlife company in Orleans usually comes down to the difference between a quick removal and a repair that still holds five winters later. Three things separate the Skedaddle Ottawa approach.
Three decades of Orleans rooflines
Skedaddle Ottawa has answered wildlife calls in Orleans since 1993, and the community has grown up around those crews ever since. The suburb runs along the Ottawa River shoreline east of the Greenbelt: mature lots north of Highway 174, established streets through Chapel Hill and Fallingbrook, and newer phases in Avalon and Cardinal Creek reaching south toward the Mer Bleue-side corridors. Over the past 12 months the team completed 120+ humane wildlife removals in Orleans, so the technician on your driveway has usually solved the same roofline detail a few streets away.
Technician training and method
Skedaddle technicians are trained in wildlife biology, home repair, decontamination and attic restoration, and they work to humane methods approved by SPCAs and Humane Societies. In Orleans that begins with confirming which animal is present, tracing the route it uses, and checking the attic, soffit returns, roof vents and foundation line before anything is installed. The removal method is then matched to the species, the season, and whether dependent young are present. Colony bat work follows Ontario MNR guidance and waits until the pups can fly after mid-August.
The lifetime guarantee behind the seal
Every opening Skedaddle closes in Orleans is treated as a permanent repair rather than a seasonal patch, and the work carries Skedaddle's lifetime guarantee on all workmanship and materials. If something gets back in through an area the crew sealed, Skedaddle Ottawa returns and re-seals it at no charge. Homeowners receive a written scope before work starts that itemizes exclusion, decontamination, restoration and warranty terms, so a household in Queenswood or Convent Glen can read the whole plan before deciding. Skedaddle Ottawa's work is insured.
Meet the Team Behind Orleans's Wildlife Removal
James Stork
Field Operations Supervisor
An Ottawa native, James brings a strong construction and pest control background to his role as Field Operations Supervisor. Prior to joining Skedaddle, James owned and operated a successful landscape, construction and property maintenance business in the city and takes pride leading Ottawa's team of dedicated technicians. James enjoys the challenge and unpredictability of hands-on wildlife removal and when he's not face-to-face with a raccoon he enjoys spending time outdoors and weekends away at the lake.
Curtis Daniels
Wildlife Specialist
Curtis considers himself a highly active individual who enjoys being outside, playing sports, and being as healthy as possible. With a degree in business, Curtis chose to work with Skedaddle because he was done with working inside offices and wanted the chance to work with animals, work outside and be active at the same time. Curtis has extensive training with Skedaddle including ladder safety training, drone pilot certification, and GreenOn insulation training.
The Mission Behind Skedaddle: Since 1989
Founder Bill Dowd on why “trap and relocate” fails the homeowner and the animal — and the biology-based method Skedaddle built instead.
Wildlife we handle in Orleans
Four species account for nearly all of the Orleans work Skedaddle Ottawa is called out for: raccoons first, then mice, bats and squirrels. The mix follows the shape of the suburb — wooded ravines and shoreline parkland along the Ottawa River, heavy mature canopy over the older streets north of Highway 174, and newer roofs and vent stacks in the phases spreading toward the Mer Bleue-side fields. Below is what each species tends to look and sound like inside an Orleans home, and how it is removed without traps or poison.
Raccoon removal
Peak Mar–Jun
How do raccoons get into Orleans attics? Along the roof line — lifted soffit returns, unscreened roof vents and uncapped chimneys — and the mature trees over Convent Glen and Queenswood get them there. Denning peaks March into June, when a female needs a dry space for kits. Technicians retrieve young by hand, use a one-way door where appropriate, then seal and warranty the route.
Mouse removal
Peak Sep–Nov
When do mice move into Orleans homes? Once overnight lows slide through September and October and the fields along the south edge of the suburb cool off. Entry points cluster at garage thresholds, hairline foundation cracks and the sleeves around exterior taps and gas lines, and the older Nottinggate and Fallingbrook streets show it first.
Bat removal
Inspect year-round
Is there a season when bats cannot be touched in Orleans? Effectively yes — mid-May to mid-August, while pups in the roost are still flightless, on Ontario MNR advice. Outside that window, species-appropriate exclusion works from April into early May and from late August through November, and sealing follows once a dusk exit count confirms the roost is empty.
Squirrel removal
Peak Feb–Mar & Jul–Aug
Why do squirrels nest in Orleans attics? Grey squirrels raise litters in late winter and again in midsummer, pushing in through failed roof-vent screens, gable louvers and chewed fascia — common on the newer Avalon and Cardinal Creek roofs where branches have grown to meet them. A one-way door is fitted where appropriate, then the roof line is sealed.
Other wildlife we remove in Orleans
Summer widens the list beyond the four species above. Skunks den under decks, porch steps and sheds from March onward, most often in the fenced Chapel Hill and Orleans Woods backyards that meet green space. Rats turn up less often east of the Greenbelt and are handled by sealing the entry rather than baiting. Birds nest in dryer and roof vents through the spring, blocking ducts and airflow until the nest is cleared and the vent screened. Call (613) 231-2222 or learn more about wildlife removal in Ottawa.
Not sure which animal you’re hearing?
Our Orleans technicians can identify the species and confirm the entry points during a single on-site visit.
Neighbourhoods in Orleans we serve
What areas of Orleans does Skedaddle service? Skedaddle Ottawa serves every established neighbourhood in Orleans, and everything inside Orleans' three municipal wards. Orleans sits along the south shore of the Ottawa River, roughly 16 kilometres east of downtown Ottawa, and is one of the largest suburban communities in the city, spanning the Orléans East-Cumberland, Orléans West-Innes, and Orléans South-Navan wards. That density and maturity of housing stock shapes the wildlife pressure Skedaddle Ottawa sees across Orleans year-round.
What a Skedaddle inspection in Orleans looks like
What happens during a Skedaddle wildlife inspection? A technician walks the whole property — interior, exterior, roof line and attic — to confirm which species is present and find every current and likely entry point. When wildlife is already inside, the fastest fix is rarely the right one, so findings and an itemized written quote come before any work begins.
- Book the inspection — call (613) 231-2222 or request a visit online with your Orleans address, and the office books a set window.
- Onsite inspection and removal plan — the technician walks the attic, roof line, soffit returns, vents and foundation, identifies the species and every access point, documents attic and wall-void impact, and explains the plan and pricing before starting.
- Humane removal and permanent sealing — the plan follows the species and the season: where appropriate, the adult leaves under its own power through a one-way door, dependent young are lifted out by hand, and each opening is closed with heavy-gauge mesh and weather-rated materials sized for the Orleans roof detail it sits on.
- Decontamination and attic restoration — droppings, urine-soaked insulation and nesting material are removed, the space is treated to cut the odour and scent trail, and insulation is restored where the material was damaged.
- Guarantee and follow-up — the file closes with Skedaddle's lifetime guarantee on all workmanship and materials, and a return visit if anything needs a second look.
There is no pressure to book on the spot. Where an Orleans attic needs decontamination or insulation replacement, that restoration scope is priced on the same written quote as the exclusion work, never as a later add-on. The quote stays with you, and the office follows up if questions come up. Call (613) 231-2222 or see the full inspection process.
Skedaddle's Three-Step Wildlife Removal Process
Step 1
Assess and Remove
We begin with a detailed inspection of your home to identify the wildlife, locate active entry points, and assess the extent of the problem. Our technicians then use proven, species-appropriate methods to remove animals safely and humanely.
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Step 2
Clear and Clean
After the animals are removed, we clean and decontaminate affected areas, removing nesting materials, droppings, and other traces left behind. When needed, we also address damaged insulation and help restore the space to a clean, healthy condition.
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Step 3
Prevent and Protect
Finally, we identify vulnerable areas and seal confirmed or potential entry points to help prevent wildlife from returning. Our durable exclusion work provides lasting protection and includes a lifetime warranty on the entry points we seal.
Learn moreOrleans wildlife by season
When is Orleans wildlife most active? Peak activity in Orleans runs March through November, with two clear pressure points: spring nesting (March–June), when raccoons and squirrels seek attic space to raise young, and fall entry (September–November), when mice look for warm indoor shelter as overnight temperatures drop. Winter denning continues quietly through the coldest months.
| Season | Active species | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Winter (Dec–Feb) |
Mice (indoor activity), raccoons (attic denning), squirrels (attic denning) | Scratching in walls, insulation damage visible, animals heard moving inside during the coldest weeks |
| Spring (Mar–May) |
Raccoons (nesting), squirrels (nesting), bats (returning) | Attic scratching, chimney activity, daytime raccoon sightings around Convent Glen and Chapel Hill |
| Summer (Jun–Aug) |
Bats — exclusion paused mid-May to mid-August under Ontario MNR guidance — juvenile squirrels | Bats in living spaces, baby-animal calls, chirping or fluttering heard in the roof at dusk |
| Fall (Sep–Nov) |
Mice (peak entry), squirrels (food storing), raccoons (pre-winter denning) | New scratching sounds at night, droppings in the basement or garage, new entry points appearing in Fallingbrook and Avalon |
Right now in Orleans: summer is peak juvenile-squirrel season along the soffit and vent lines, and Ontario's guidance keeps bat exclusion on hold until the pups can fly in mid-August (Bats in Buildings, Government of Ontario). If you are hearing daytime scratching or unfamiliar chirping from the attic, book an inspection now so the exclusion can be planned for late August. Call (613) 231-2222 or learn more about squirrel removal.
Inside the Skedaddle exclusion process
How does Skedaddle remove wildlife humanely in Orleans? Every visit starts with an inspection, and what it turns up — the species, whether young are present, the condition of the roof line — determines the method. Nothing is trapped or killed. The animal leaves on its own, the opening is permanently sealed, and the attic is decontaminated and restored.
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A humane approach to wildlife removal
Raccoons are the species Skedaddle sees most often across Orleans, from Convent Glen and Chapel Hill through Avalon and Cardinal Creek, and the approach is chosen to suit each job rather than fixed in advance. Where appropriate, a one-way door lets an adult leave an attic or chimney on its own before that route is secured. Bat exclusion uses species-appropriate equipment timed outside the mid-May to mid-August pup season, and mice are stopped by sealing the openings they travel.
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Reuniting mothers with young whenever possible
A raccoon in an Orleans attic in April is usually a mother with kits, and those kits cannot leave on their own. Technicians take them out by hand and place them in an insulated reunion box outside the entry point so she can move them to one of her backup dens. The family stays together, and the attic still ends up empty.
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Decontamination and attic restoration
Contamination is the part homeowners notice months later. Droppings, urine-soaked insulation, and nesting material are removed, the affected space is treated to neutralize the odour and the scent trails that attract the next animal, and damaged insulation is replaced so the attic works as it should through an Orleans winter. Cleanup and restoration are itemized on the written quote.
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Why every seal carries a lifetime guarantee
Sealing without a guarantee behind it is a temporary fix. Skedaddle Ottawa closes Orleans entry points with heavy-gauge mesh and weather-rated materials built for animals that push back, and every serviced area is covered by Skedaddle's lifetime guarantee on all workmanship and materials. If the same species comes back through work we sealed, the team returns and re-seals it at no charge.
Ready to see the same method used on your home?
Get an Orleans-specific inspection and a written scope that spells out exclusion points, decontamination, and our lifetime guarantee before any work begins.
Service area and contact information
Business name
Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control — Ottawa
Phone
Service area
Orleans and the surrounding Ottawa East territory, including Cumberland, Clarence-Rockland, and Gloucester
Hours
Mon–Fri 7:30am–9:00pm
Sat 8:00am–5:00pm
Sun 10:00am–4:00pm
Sat 8:00am–5:00pm
Sun 10:00am–4:00pm
Established
Serving the greater Ottawa area since 1993 · Skedaddle founded 1989
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Regulatory guidance
Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR); bat exclusion follows the province's mid-May to mid-August pup-season guidance
Wider service area
Ottawa, Arnprior, Embrun, Smiths Falls, Carleton Place, Kanata, Nepean, Osgoode, Manotick, Orléans, Barrhaven, Clarence-Rockland, Cumberland, Gloucester, Greely, Kemptville, Stittsville, Carp, Richmond, Findlay Creek
Frequently asked questions about Orleans wildlife removal
How much does wildlife removal cost in Orleans?
Wildlife removal cost in Orleans depends on the species involved, the number of entry points, and whether decontamination or insulation replacement is required. Every Skedaddle Ottawa quote is written and itemized on-site before any work begins, covering exclusion, cleanup, restoration and warranty scope, so you see the full cost before you commit. Call (613) 231-2222 to book an inspection and get a quote for your own property.
Can Skedaddle remove wildlife from my Orleans home the same day I call?
Same-day service is sometimes available, but it cannot be guaranteed. Skedaddle Ottawa prioritizes urgent Orleans situations — wildlife inside a living space, or an animal trapped or in distress, such as a bat in a bedroom or an animal caught in a wall void. Otherwise the office arranges the earliest available inspection. Call (613) 231-2222 during business hours to check availability.
When can I schedule a bat exclusion in Orleans?
Ontario's Ministry of Natural Resources advises against bat exclusion from mid-May to mid-August, while flightless pups are still in the roost. Where appropriate, one-way doors are used from late August through November and again from April to early May, with full sealing from December to March once every bat has left. In Orleans the roost is inspected and counted during the summer, and the exclusion is booked for late August.
What areas of Orleans does Skedaddle service?
Skedaddle Ottawa services every established Orleans neighbourhood, including Convent Glen, Chapel Hill, Avalon, Queenswood, Fallingbrook, Orleans Woods, Cardinal Creek, and Nottinggate. That covers the mature streets north of Highway 174, the established central belt, and the newer phases spreading south toward the Mer Bleue-side fields. If your home sits inside any of Orleans' three municipal wards, Skedaddle services it, shoreline properties included.
Does Skedaddle follow humane wildlife regulations?
Yes. Skedaddle works within Ontario's wildlife rules and follows Ontario MNR guidance for bats, which advises against exclusion from mid-May to mid-August while pups in the roost are still flightless. Technicians are trained in wildlife biology, home repair, decontamination and restoration, and use humane methods approved by SPCAs and Humane Societies. There are no traps, no poison and no lethal removal on any Orleans job.
What wildlife is Skedaddle most likely to remove from Orleans homes this season?
Right now in Orleans, raccoons, mice and squirrels drive most of the calls, with juvenile squirrel activity in soffits and roof vents heavy through the summer. Ontario MNR guidance holds colony bat exclusion until the pups can fly in mid-August, so bat work resumes in late August and stays busy into the fall. Mouse volume then climbs as overnight temperatures drop through September and October.
Does Skedaddle offer a warranty in Orleans?
Yes. Every full exclusion job in Orleans is backed by Skedaddle's lifetime guarantee on all workmanship and materials. If the same species gets back in through a sealed opening, Skedaddle Ottawa returns and re-seals it at no charge. The guarantee terms are written into the same itemized quote you approve before any work begins.
What happens to the attic after the animals are removed?
Once the animals are out and every opening is sealed, the attic is cleared of droppings, urine-soaked insulation and nesting material, then treated to cut the odour and scent trail that draws the next animal to the same spot. Insulation is restored where the material was contaminated, so the attic performs through an Orleans winter again. That cleanup and restoration scope is itemized on the same written quote as the exclusion.
Book your inspection today
A raccoon working a soffit return on a mature Convent Glen street, a squirrel colony in the roof vents of a newer Avalon build, mice tracking in at a Fallingbrook garage threshold — none of it resolves on its own. Skedaddle Ottawa has handled that work in Orleans since 1993: confirm the species, match the removal method to it, retrieve dependent young by hand, seal every opening permanently, decontaminate and restore what was damaged, and back the sealing with a lifetime guarantee. Technicians use humane methods approved by SPCAs and Humane Societies. Call (613) 231-2222 or request an inspection online and the Skedaddle Ottawa team will follow up.
