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Common Nuisance Animals that Damage Fencing & Outdoor Structures
Rodents (Rats & Mice)
Rodents are notorious for compromising fences and nesting in hard-to-see areas.
- Gnaw through wooden fences, weakening structural integrity
- Dig under fences, creating entry points for other animals
- Nest inside hollow fence posts, causing internal damage
Squirrels
Curious and agile, squirrels can chew and climb their way into your outdoor spaces.
- Chew on wooden and plastic fencing, leading to deterioration
- Climb and scratch fences, causing visible wear
- Nest in gaps and crevices of outdoor structures
Raccoons
Strong and clever, raccoons break into fenced areas and destroy structures to nest.
- Climb and break fence panels while searching for entry points
- Tear apart wooden structures, especially when nesting
- Dig under fences, weakening their foundations
Bats
Though small, bats create major issues when they roost in outdoor buildings.
- Roost in outdoor sheds and pavilions, leaving guano buildup
- Stain wooden structures with droppings and urine
- Create entry points by squeezing into small openings
Opossums
These nocturnal animals can bring both mess and destruction.
- Climb fences and scratch wooden posts, causing damage
- Nest inside outdoor structures, leaving behind waste and odors
- Dig under fences to gain access to enclosed spaces
Skunks
Skunks not only damage property, but their odor lingers long after.
- Dig under fences, leading to soil erosion and instability
- Spray near outdoor structures, leaving long-lasting odors
- Knock over small structures while searching for food
Snakes
Where there are small openings, there’s a chance for snake intrusion.
- Enter through small gaps in fencing, making barriers ineffective
- Hide inside outdoor sheds and structures, startling people
- Shed skins in hidden areas, signaling their presence
Beavers
In properties near water, beavers can cause severe exterior damage.
- Chew through wooden fences and posts, weakening support structures
- Build dams that flood nearby outdoor areas, damaging landscaping
- Cause structural damage to decks and piers near water sources
Birds
Birds such as woodpeckers peck away at your wooden features, leading to more than cosmetic damage.
- Peck at wooden fences and pergolas, creating holes
- Damage wooden siding on outdoor sheds and barns
- Attract other pests by exposing wood to insects and rot
