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🦇 Des Moines Bat & Bird Removal for Residential Homes
Attic Bat Exclusion • Bird in Vent Removal • Nest Removal Under Decks & Corbels
Des Moines has the oldest and most diverse housing stock in Central Iowa, making it one of the highest wildlife activity zones in the region. From Beaverdale and South Side homes to East Village lofts and western suburbs, bats and birds frequently enter homes through aging vents, roofline gaps, and decorative exterior structures.
CallTheTrapper.com provides safe, permanent, residential bat and bird removal across all Des Moines neighborhoods.
🏠 Why Des Moines Homes Experience Wildlife Intrusions
Des Moines homes vary dramatically by age and construction style:
Older Homes:
- Aging chimney systems
- Loose soffits
- Unsealed attic openings
- Vent covers missing or damaged
Newer Homes:
- Multiple vent openings
- Endless roofline intersections
- More complex soffit designs
- Back decks ideal for sparrow nesting
This diversity makes Des Moines a major hotspot for both bat and bird activity.
🦇 Bat Removal in Des Moines, Iowa
Signs:
- Bat droppings near foundation
- Scratching or fluttering in attic
- Greasy brown streaks near vents
- Bat inside living room or basement
- Strong attic odor
Our Bat Removal Process:
- Full attic + roofline diagnostic inspection & Quote
- One-way exclusion installation
- Complete sealing of remaining gaps
- Guano removal & sanitation
Bat populations thrive in Des Moines due to abundant tree cover, river corridors, and large older homes.
🐦 Bird in Vent Removal — Des Moines
Bird vent problems are widespread in DSM due to the mix of old + new homes.
Common Problem Areas:
- Dryer vents
- Bathroom exhaust vents
- Gas fireplace vents
Dangers:
- Fire hazards
- Bad odors
- Airflow blockage
- Parasites
Our Removal Includes:
- Nest removal
- Vent clearing
- Sanitizing
- Installing steel vent covers
🏡 Birds Nesting Under Decks & Corbels — Des Moines
Frequent in:
- Beaverdale
- South Side
- East Side
- Ingersoll area
- West Des Moines border neighborhoods
Birds nest in:
- Corbels
- Porch overhangs
- Deck joists
- Trim board gaps
We remove nests, sanitize, and install barriers.