Wildlife Removal in The Highlands

Highlands Wildlife Specialists

The Highlands is one of Louisville's most vibrant and distinctive neighborhoods — a long, linear community stretching along Bardstown Road from downtown to the Watterson Expressway, known for its eclectic mix of restaurants, bars, shops, and some of Louisville's most beautiful historic homes. The mature trees, Victorian and craftsman architecture, and dense urban character that make the Highlands so appealing also make it a consistent hotspot for wildlife problems.

The Highlands' mature trees and historic Victorian architecture make it a prime area for raccoons, squirrels, and bats. We specialize in exclusion techniques that protect your home's character while keeping wildlife out — using materials and methods that respect the architectural integrity of historic homes rather than compromising it.

Raccoons in chimneys are one of the most common calls we get from Highlands homeowners. The older homes in the neighborhood often have uncapped or inadequately capped chimneys that raccoons use as den sites — particularly female raccoons looking for a safe place to raise their young in spring. A raccoon in your chimney is more than a nuisance; it's a fire hazard, a health concern, and a source of significant noise and odor. We remove the animals humanely and install proper chimney caps to prevent re-entry.

Squirrels in attics are the second most common issue. The Highlands has some of Louisville's most mature street trees, and squirrels use them as a highway system that connects every rooftop in the neighborhood. Once a squirrel finds a gap in a soffit, a loose vent cover, or a rotted fascia board, it doesn't take long for them to establish a nest in your attic. From there, they chew wiring, tear up insulation, and create a mess that can be expensive to clean up.

Bat exclusion is the third major service we provide in the Highlands. The older homes in the neighborhood — particularly the Victorian and craftsman homes along Cherokee Park and the side streets off Bardstown Road — often have gable vents, chimney gaps, and other openings that provide ideal bat roosting sites. Bat removal must be done by a licensed professional using exclusion methods, and it must be done outside of maternity season (June–August) to comply with wildlife protection laws. We handle this correctly every time.

The Highlands also has a significant commercial wildlife component. The restaurants, bars, and food businesses along Bardstown Road generate significant food waste that keeps raccoon and opossum populations active. We work with both residential and commercial clients throughout the Highlands, and we understand the different requirements of each.

Our Approach in The Highlands

Working in the Highlands requires an understanding of both the wildlife and the architecture. The historic homes in the neighborhood deserve to be protected in a way that respects their character and appearance. We use materials that match your home's exterior as closely as possible, and we take care to leave the work area clean and tidy.

We serve all areas of the Highlands, including Bardstown Road, Cherokee Park, Baxter Avenue, and the residential streets that run between them. Whether you're a homeowner dealing with squirrels in your attic or a restaurant owner dealing with raccoons at your dumpster, we have the expertise to solve the problem quickly and permanently.