Assess
Determine whether trapping is appropriate or whether exclusion, direct removal or another method is better.
SERVICES
Humane Animal Trapping
Safe. Humane. Effective.
When trapping is the appropriate method, traps are selected and placed for the target species and property. The process includes required tending, communication and a plan for what happens after the active wildlife issue is resolved.
THE PROCESS
Our Trapping Process
A clear process keeps the work focused on the cause, not only the symptom.
Set Traps
Use suitable equipment in approved locations with attention to pets, children, weather and non-target wildlife.
Monitor
Tend traps on the required schedule and document captures or activity during the authorized trapping period.
Close Out
Remove equipment and recommend exclusion or repair if the property remains vulnerable.
WHAT TO EXPECT
What homeowners should expect
Required Tending
Most traps used in organized areas of Maine must be checked at least once every calendar day. The service plan accounts for that requirement.
Do Not Disturb Traps
Do not move, release, open or tamper with wildlife-control traps. Contact Turcotte’s if there is a capture, concern or access problem.
Fix the Cause
Trapping can resolve active wildlife, but structural entry points may still need exclusion or repair to reduce repeat problems.
Maine law and species rules can vary by trap type, location, season and animal. The written service plan controls the equipment and tending schedule used on your property.
HOMEOWNER RESOURCE
Before Trapping Begins
A practical guide to trap tending, equipment safety, homeowner responsibilities, captures, pets and what to expect during the trapping period.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Helpful things to know
How often are traps checked?
For the cage-type and similar live traps typically used around homes, the service plan follows applicable Maine tending requirements, including daily checks where required.
Can I move or open the trap?
Please do not disturb a wildlife-control trap. If something is captured or the trap is in the way, call Turcotte’s so the situation can be handled safely and in accordance with the service plan.
How long does trapping take?
Wildlife behavior is unpredictable. The written quote defines the authorized trapping period and any approved extension rather than promising a specific capture time.
LOCAL. RESPONSIVE. PROFESSIONAL.
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Have questions or need a wildlife evaluation? Start with a conversation and we’ll help you identify the next practical step.
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