The problem with dead animals is that they stink horribly and the smell can linger for days or even weeks! making your home a less than desirable place to be. AAAC Wildlife Removal Palm Beach assists with removing all kinds of animal carcasses in homes, yards, businesses, and more.
We remove dead animals including birds, bats, opossums, squirrels, and rats. We will remove the animal carcass from your property so that it doesn’t pose any health risks to you or your family and we will also decontaminate any areas that may have been affected by the decomposing animal.
Dead Animal Removal
Removing animal remains is a nasty and smelly job, but it needs to be done. Animal carcasses not only smell terrible, but they also pose a health risk to the occupants of the home. Animals often carry diseases such as rabies and salmonella, so this animal must get removed from the house as soon as possible.
An animal carcass can infect your soil and water supply with the diseases that it carries which is a threat to your family and pets. Harbored diseases and parasites by pests can be transferred to your pets that they can carry to their human family members.
How Do Animals Die Around a House?
It’s quite common for wildlife like opossums, raccoons, and bats to become trapped and die in attics, crawl spaces, and walls. You may be wondering how in the world did they get there? Well here are some of the most common ways:
Dying animals trying to find shelter
Sick or dying animals often try to find a safe place where they could rest and recover. Unfortunately, this usually means they try to get into a home and crawl space through vents or gaps and die there.
In addition, poisoned animals, which are dehydrated will attempt to find a water source. They might try to get to your water pipes or storage tanks.
Wildlife caught in traps in the basement
Wild critters can die from traps set by the owner of the house. The wildlife that’s been caught might die when forgotten or due to injuries from the trap.
Your pet brings wildlife into your house
If you have a pet such as a dog or a cat, they might bring in wildlife from outside. If your pets are allowed to go out and roam around the neighborhood without supervision they can bring in small animals like birds and rodents.
Wildlife got stuck
Some wild critters got stuck in tight and narrow places and are unable to escape. This is most likely to happen when the animal tries to go through a small opening of your house. Once they get stuck, these animals will eventually die from starvation or dehydration. Animals can get trapped in places such as air vents, behind walls, and in attics.
Separating the mother from her babies
Another way that wild animals die in your house is because the mother has been separated from her babies. This can happen if you try to remove the wild animal from your house on your own. The young ones will starve and dehydrate when the mother is not around to provide food and water for them.
Common Dead Animals in a House
- Dead squirrel or raccoon in the basement.
- Dead rats and mice in your attic.
- Dead bats and birds in the attic.
- A dead opossum, skunk, or raccoon under your house.
Dead Wild Animal in your Attic
Dead animals such as a dead bat, bird, or squirrel in your attic can harbor several diseases and smell horrible. They also attract parasites like ticks and fleas that can be spread to you and your children when they occupy your living space.
Animal Remains in your Wall
Dead animals inside walls are one of the most challenging tasks for most homeowners to deal with. The smell from the decaying animal is unbearable and can be very dangerous if inhaled for a long period.
The task is difficult because the animal has to be cut out of the wall in order to remove it. The smell from a dead critter inside your home can last for weeks and cause health problems such as respiratory issues. This job requires a professional who has the tools and knowledge to remove the dead critter from an enclosed space.
Dead Animal in The Crawl Space
When you found a dead animal under your house or in any crawl space, it should be handled with care because it might have parasites, diseases, and viruses that can be transmitted to you or your family.
Crawlspace is often dark, hot, and humid. These are the perfect conditions for harmful bacteria to grow which might cause you health problems if left untreated. This can also make the smell even worst than it used to be and make it even hard to remove the carcass without preparation.
Dead animal removal in the crawl space is one service that simply isn’t worth doing yourself!
How Long Will A Dead Animal Smell?
The smell of a dead animal can last for weeks or even months. The smell is caused by the bacteria that are growing on the carcass which intensifies as time goes by. Depending on where the dead animal is located, the smell can be more potent.
The bigger the carcass the longer it will smell. The terrible smell will eventually disappear when the carcass completely decomposes and breaks down.
How to Find a Dead Animal
When you have no idea how to look for a deceased animal, finding it can be quite a daunting task. Here are some things you can look out for if you are looking for one in your home:
1. Find the area where the smell is most potent.
The smell of a dead animal is usually the strongest in the area where it is located. If you are unable to find the carcass, try to follow the smell until you find its source. The smell will tell you where the dead animal is located, the strong the odor the closer you are to the dead animal.
2. Check for swarming flies.
One of the best ways to find a dead animal is by looking for swarming flies. Flies will swarm around rotting carcasses and this can point you in the right direction.
3. Look out for grease stains or a “juicy spot”.
Sometimes it is hard to find a dead animal by just looking at its location so checking out for any “juicy spots” can help. These are the areas where the animal has been decomposing and will have a lot of fluids seeping out from it.
Dead animals that have been left to rot will eventually start to decompose and create a stain on the ceiling or attic. The discoloration will be a darker brown or black.
4. Watch out for maggots.
If an animal died on your ceiling, maggots will fall down from the ceiling and accumulate on the floor. This will give you a good indication of where the dead animal is located.
5. Hire a professional.
Finding a dead animal is a terribly unpleasant task that is best left to the professionals. If you are unable to pinpoint its location or if it is located in an inaccessible place, hiring a professional will be your best option because they have the experience and knowledge to deal with this situation.
Dead Animal Removal Services in Palm Beaches, FL
That’s where AAAC Wildlife Removal of Palm Beach can help you! We offer professional animal remains removal services for residential and commercial properties. You don’t have to hold your breath from the horrid smell of a dead animal. Let our professional remove it for you. AAAC Wildlife Removal of Palm Beach is available 24/hrs, 365 days a year to help with your wildlife problems.
Service Areas
We proudly serve the surrounding areas of West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Royal Palm Beach, West Palm Beach area, Delray Beach, Ocean Ridge, Riviera Beach, Juno Beach, Lake Worth, Boca Raton, Mangonia Park, and anywhere else in Palm Beach County, Florida. We also offer Insect pest control, bat removal services, snake removal, raccoon removal, nuisance animal control, and pest wildlife control services.
FAQs
Does removing dead animals cost much in the Palm Beaches?
The cost of removing dead animals can range from $150 to $250 but will also depend on what needs to be done and how big or complicated it is going to be. The cost can go up depending on how difficult it is to get to the carcass and how big it is.
Who will remove dead animals in Palm Beaches, FL?
Local sanitation will usually pick up dead animals but to get the best service which includes clean up, decontamination, and damage repair, it’s best to get a professional wildlife removal company for the job.
Will it take long to remove a dead animal?
It will depend on the location of where it is. If it’s in a hard-to-reach area, then yes, it might take some time but our experts can get rid of any dead animal from your property safely and quickly. It also depends on what dead animals are they removing from your property.
Should I hire a professional animal removal?
Absolutely! Removing animal carcasses can be a very dangerous task because of the diseases they carry. It’s best to leave this job to professionals who are trained and equipped with the proper safety gear that is needed especially if it is located somewhere hard-to-reach or cannot be seen by plain sight.
How are the carcasses disposed of?
The dead animal can be disposed of in a variety of different methodologies depending on what is authorized in your area. The carcass might be incinerated, buried, or even composted. Our professionals will know how to properly dispose of the animal and follow all the necessary guidelines and regulations.
Call us Today!
AAAC Wildlife Removal of Palm Beach specializes in the humane removal of wildlife as well as dead animals from homes. We offer professional wildlife control services and wildlife removal services as well as fix wildlife damage. We handle bat removal & bat control, animal control, wildlife trapping, armadillo removal, raccoon removal, rodent problem, squirrel removal, removal of nuisance animals, rodent control, possum removal, rat removal, rat control, critter control, control of invasive species, removal of venomous snakes, humane animal removal, we also do animal damage repairs and resolve other wildlife issues.
Any wild animal issue that you may have can be thoroughly resolved by our Palm Beach wildlife control company. Call AAAC Wildlife Removal and let us solve your wildlife issues today!
