About Wildlife Ridders

Louisville's trusted wildlife removal experts since 2015. We're dedicated to providing safe, effective, and humane wildlife control services throughout Kentucky and Southern Indiana.

Our Story

Wildlife Ridders was founded in 2015 with a simple mission: to provide Louisville and Southern Indiana residents with professional, humane wildlife removal services they can trust. What started as a small local business has grown into the region's premier wildlife control company, serving hundreds of satisfied customers each year.

Serving Greater Louisville Since 2015

Starting from our Norton Commons base in Prospect, KY, we recognized that Louisville Metro needed a professional wildlife service that combined effective animal removal with ethical treatment of wildlife. Over the years, we've become the go-to wildlife removal experts for Jefferson County, Oldham County, and Southern Indiana communities.

Deep Louisville Wildlife Expertise

Our team has handled over 1000 wildlife removal situations throughout Louisville Metro, from raccoon families in Cherokee Triangle Victorian homes to bat colonies in downtown Louisville commercial buildings. We understand how Louisville's unique geography - situated along the Ohio River with mature urban forest canopy - creates specific wildlife challenges that require local expertise.

Kentucky Wildlife Specialists

Licensed by both Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources and Indiana Department of Natural Resources, our team specializes in the wildlife species common to the Louisville area. From spring raccoon birthing season in Highlands attics to fall squirrel invasions in St. Matthews homes, we know Louisville wildlife patterns better than anyone.

Local Expertise, Regional Coverage

Today, Wildlife Ridders is proud to be Louisville's most trusted name in wildlife removal. From Cherokee Triangle's historic homes to Jeffersonville's modern subdivisions, we understand the unique wildlife challenges facing each community we serve. Our team knows Louisville's seasonal wildlife patterns, from spring raccoon activity to fall squirrel invasions.

Why Louisville Trusts Wildlife Ridders

Louisville homeowners choose us because we understand local wildlife behavior, Kentucky regulations, and Indiana laws. Whether you're dealing with bats in the Highlands, raccoons in St. Matthews, or skunks in New Albany, our local expertise makes the difference in effective, lasting solutions.

Louisville Wildlife Removal Statistics

Peak Season Response

During Louisville's peak wildlife season (March-May), we handle up to 75 emergency calls per week throughout Jefferson County, maintaining our 1-3 hour response commitment.

Louisville Neighborhood Expertise

Our team has worked in all 26 Louisville Metro neighborhoods, from historic Cherokee Triangle Victorians to modern Norton Commons developments.

Southern Indiana Coverage

We've completed 300+ wildlife removal projects across Southern Indiana, making us the leading bi-state wildlife control company in the region.

Wildlife Ridders team at work

Our Mission

To provide Louisville and Southern Indiana with the most professional, effective, and humane wildlife removal services while educating our community about wildlife coexistence and prevention strategies.

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Safety First

The safety of our customers, our team, and the wildlife we work with is our top priority in every situation.

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Humane Methods

We use only ethical, humane methods for wildlife removal and always seek solutions that minimize stress to animals.

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Legal Compliance

All our work strictly follows federal, state, and local wildlife regulations and protection laws.

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Excellence

We strive for excellence in every job, from initial inspection to final prevention measures.

Why Louisville Chooses Wildlife Ridders

Licensed & Insured

Fully licensed wildlife control professionals with comprehensive general liability and workers' compensation insurance for complete peace of mind.

24/7 Emergency Response

Wildlife emergencies don't follow schedules. Our emergency response team is available around the clock for urgent situations throughout our service area.

Humane & Ethical

We believe in coexistence with wildlife. Our methods prioritize animal welfare while effectively solving your wildlife conflicts.

Fast Response Times

Most service calls are scheduled within 24-48 hours, with emergency situations receiving priority response within 1-3 hours.

Guaranteed Results

We stand behind our work with written warranties on our exclusion services and a satisfaction guarantee on all wildlife removal.

Local Expertise

Deep understanding of Louisville area wildlife patterns, seasonal behaviors, and local regulations ensures effective, compliant solutions.

Meet Our Expert Team

Wildlife removal specialist

Lead Wildlife Specialist

Founder & Operations Manager

With over 15 years of wildlife management experience, our lead specialist brings extensive knowledge of Kentucky and Indiana wildlife behavior, biology, and control methods. Licensed in wildlife control and bat removal.

Licensed Wildlife Control Bat Removal Certified 15+ Years Experience
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Senior Wildlife Technician

Field Operations Specialist

Our senior technician specializes in complex wildlife removal situations and exclusion work. Expert in handling emergency situations and working with challenging wildlife conflicts throughout the Louisville area.

Emergency Response Certified Exclusion Specialist 8+ Years Experience

Our Service Commitment

🎯 Comprehensive Solutions

We don't just remove the animals – we provide complete solutions including entry point sealing, damage repair recommendations, and prevention strategies to ensure long-term results.

📚 Education Focus

We believe in educating our customers about wildlife behavior and prevention. Every service call includes information to help you avoid future wildlife conflicts.

🌍 Environmental Responsibility

Our methods prioritize environmental sustainability and wildlife conservation. We work to minimize environmental impact while providing effective solutions.

📞 Ongoing Support

Our relationship doesn't end when the job is complete. We provide ongoing support and are always available to answer questions about wildlife prevention.

Licenses & Certifications

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Kentucky Wildlife Control License

Licensed by the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources for professional wildlife control operations.

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Indiana Wildlife Control Permit

Authorized by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources for wildlife control services in Southern Indiana.

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Federal Bat Removal License

Federally licensed for legal bat removal and exclusion services following all federal protection regulations.

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Comprehensive Insurance

General liability and workers' compensation insurance providing complete protection for our customers and team.

Ready to Work with Louisville's Wildlife Experts?

When you choose Wildlife Ridders, you're choosing experience, expertise, and a commitment to excellence. Contact us today for your free wildlife removal consultation.