There are so many companies out there purporting to do the same service, claiming to be experts, and stating that they are the "best". Based on previous homestar reviews, I went with GTA Wildlife Removal and Pest Control to deal with animals in the attic. We kept hearing random scratching noises at night, and I had already tried to look into the attic, but thought against it due to safety reasons (we have blown cellulite insulation so I couldn't see rafters and didn't want to fall through the roof, nor did I want to corner an animal since I didn't plan that far). We called the experts instead.
Sure, I could've gone with some Chinese contractor like my family normally does (I'm Chinese!) (although we did not compare prices, so I do not know where GTA Wildlife stands on that, but I just wanted things done right so that I wouldn't have to spend more than one day away from work to take care of some random animals.
Troy showed up right on time, courteously gave me a call when he was 15 minutes away as requested so that I could slink off work. He was extremely professional and easy to work with. A quick peak into my attic and he knew what I had. SQUIRRELS. The arch enemies of my Dogs has infiltrated our homes, and we simply could not have that.
Within moments of propping up his ladder, Troy identified the entry point, but also noted issues with our aging roof. He explained what he was doing, even let me take a look myself since I was curious (of course instructing me on how to safely view the hole), and promptly had a one way door placed into the hole. He then proceeded to check the rest of my roof to make sure the enemy did not have an alternative, noticed failing clay tiles of my roof and promptly-and free of charge-secured them for me. We had great conversations. I enjoyed chatting about squirrels, his work, his stories from previous experiences, and his love for fishing. Great service, great conversations, great comrade in our battle against the evil squirrels.
The aftermath was somewhat sad because we saw numerous squirrels trying desperately to get into the home for the next week or so. Winter is coming my friends, and the squirrels chose the wrong fortress (my attic) to store their nuts. The visits by squirrels soon stop, and peace is restored to my home.
Three weeks later, as instructed, I left Troy a quick message that we're good to go, and he came by sometime to remove the doorway and seal it with a metal plate. I didn't have to be home this time so didn't have to leave work, and Troy gave me a call to say the work was done. Our base secure, I started wondering what treasure trove of nuts was stored in my attic and what I would do with the riches; but decided I'd just leave them be since attics are creepy.
It's been a long road made easy with Troy and the folks at GTA Wildlife Removal and Pest Control. They truly enjoy their craft and carry it out in a very homey and comfortable manner. I wouldn't hesitate to call them again for anything. I thought their pricing to be very reasonable considering that he even taught me a few things (Have you seen what passes for university tuition these days?)-I digress-Thank you Troy. Happy fishing my friend.