Your home’s attic and roof are prime targets for nuisance wildlife and pests. At Nest Pest Control, we specialize in identifying, removing, and preventing unwanted intruders from damaging your property. With over 50 years of experience in humane wildlife control, we use proven methods to safeguard your insulation, electrical systems, and peace of mind—without harming the animals or the environment. From rodents and raccoons to bats and carpenter ants, we know how to protect Washington Metropolitan homes with precision and care.
Protect your attic before the damage worsens.
Contact Nest Pest Control today for humane wildlife control services across the Washington Metropolitan Area.
Common Nuisance Animals that Damage Attics & Roofs
Rodents (Rats & Mice)
Rodents are among the most common attic invaders in homes.
- Chew on wires, creating a fire hazard
- Destroy insulation by nesting and urinating
- Spread contaminants through droppings and dander
Squirrels
These agile pests can quickly turn your attic into their nesting ground.
- Gnaw through wood and wiring, causing potential fires
- Tear apart insulation for nesting
- Create loud noises when running and scratching
Raccoons
Raccoons are strong and clever, often forcing their way inside.
- Tear off roof shingles or soffits to gain entry
- Destroy insulation and ductwork when nesting
- Carry diseases like rabies and roundworms
Bats
Colonies of bats often go unnoticed until damage is done.
- Squeeze into attics through vents and gaps
- Destroy insulation and leave behind hazardous guano
- Can transmit diseases such as histoplasmosis and rabies
Opossums
These nocturnal creatures seek warm, quiet spaces like your attic.
- Enter by damaging roof edges, vents, and soffits
- Tear insulation and damage ductwork while nesting
- May carry parasites and diseases that pose health risks
Carpenter Ants
Often mistaken for harmless ants, these can do serious structural damage.
- Tunnel through damp or decaying wood in attics and roofs
- Weaken structural integrity of support beams and rafters
- Attracted to areas with existing moisture damage
