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Fast & Effective Wildlife Removal in Mississauga

A single raccoon can tear through heavy shingles in minutes. A scurry of squirrels can chew through electrical wiring, creating an immediate fire hazard. While Mississauga’s municipal bylaws protect wildlife, they will not remove animals from your private property. The responsibility falls entirely on you. That is where Critter Hero steps in.

Our team acts quickly to humanely remove the intruders, repair the damage, and seal all entry points so they never come back. Over the past 15 years, we have provided comprehensive services to more than 225,000 clients and rescued more than 30,000 animals.

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Address Wild Animal Issues Ethically

We protect homes and businesses with humane wildlife control services.

Experienced Professionals at Your Service

If skunks, mice, raccoons, or other animals have invaded your home or commercial property, professional wildlife control services are recommended for humane removal. At Critter Hero, all our animal removal and proofing follow all applicable wildlife protection laws. Here are the reasons we’re the leading provider of humane wildlife removal services in Mississauga, Oakville, and across the GTA.

  • 100% poison-free removal techniques
  • Professional assessments and free quotes
  • Safe for pets, families, and the environment
  • Services that are compliant with territorial and federal laws
  • Transparent pricing and client satisfaction guaranteed
  •  Animal-proofing and long-term protection
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Thousands of Property Owners Choose Us

For more than a decade, Critter Hero has provided homeowners and commercial building owners with effective and humane solutions to wildlife issues. We help Mississauga residents rid their homes of wild animals using humane and safe methods. Whether you’re dealing with noisy squirrels, mischievous raccoons, or other wildlife species, contact us, and we’ll provide custom services.

The Critter Hero team brings over 15 years of experience and specialists in various animal control or removal solutions. Our skilled professionals have deep knowledge and specialized tools needed to remove unwanted animals from your residential or commercial building humanely. When it comes to addressing wildlife problems and preventing their return, we’re rated 4.9/5 stars.

  1. Team of trained and certified experts: Our in-house crew comprises professionally trained, licensed, and experienced specialists who use the right equipment and humane options for animal removal. Indeed, we’re professionals you can trust.
  2. Full-service wildlife control: From initial property inspection to actual animal removal, cleanup, and sealing of potential entry points, our team handles every aspect of critter removal. We aim to ensure you have a stress-free experience.
  3. Client satisfaction guarantee: At Critter Hero, we stand behind the quality and effectiveness of our services. In fact, we do our job so well that over 225,000 property owners have chosen our humane solutions in the past decade and a half.
  4. Fully licensed and insured company: Critter Hero is a fully licensed, WSIB-compliant, and insured company that provides industry-leading humane wildlife removal services in Mississauga, Bradford, the Niagara region, and beyond.
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Here’s How We Do It

  • Step 1: Thorough Inspection We’ll begin with a detailed inspection of your property to identify the invading animal species, entry points, and whether nests or young animals are involved.
  • Step 2: Humane Methods Our team uses humane, poison-free methods, such as one-way doors, to ensure safe animal exit. We also avoid separating mothers from their dependent young.
  • Step 3: Repairs and Preventing Re-entry Many animals are notorious for causing damage to the attics, electrical wiring, roofs, yards, and more. We’ll effectively repair the damage and prevent wildlife from re-entering.
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Common Wildlife Intrusions in Mississauga

Scratching noises, scattered nesting materials, damaged wiring, droppings, or unpleasant odor could mean you have any of the following critters.

  • Raccoon Removal

    Mississauga’s raccoons have adapted exceptionally well to urban living, particularly in Port Credit, Mineola, Lorne Park, and Erindale, where mature trees and older roofs create ideal denning sites. During spring, pregnant females search for quiet attics to raise their kits. They raid garbage bins, lift shingles, and damage soffits in search of shelter. Trust our team for ethical raccoon removal.

  • Squirrel Control

    Eastern grey squirrels are the most common species we find in Mississauga properties, although red squirrels occasionally appear in heavily wooded areas. Our team gets frequent squirrel removal calls from Erin Mills, Meadowvale, and other areas where mature tree canopies create natural highways between branches and rooftops. Remember, squirrels continually gnaw wood, insulation, electrical wiring, and more, causing extensive damage over time.

  • Skunk Removal

    Skunks are a familiar sight beneath decks and sheds throughout Churchill Meadows, Lisgar, and newer subdivisions with generous green spaces. They usually become active after dusk, digging lawns for grubs and insects before retreating to sheltered dens. While generally calm animals, they have powerful defensive sprays that can linger for weeks and quickly turn a minor wildlife issue into a major nuisance.

  • Mice Control

    House mice remain active throughout the year but become especially troublesome during autumn when temperatures begin to drop. Our team has been helping homeowners in Cooksville, Applewood, and Lakeview exterminate mice after they squeeze through surprisingly small gaps around utility lines, garage doors, or foundations. Once indoors, mice reproduce rapidly and contaminate surfaces.

  • Rat Management

    Norway rats are most common near commercial corridors, older neighborhoods, stormwater channels, and properties bordering Cooksville Creek or the Credit River. They’re excellent burrowers and climbers that thrive wherever water and food sources are readily available. Besides contaminating homes, their constant gnawing can damage pipes, wiring, and building materials if left unchecked.

  • Bat Removal

    Most bat removal requests come from older homes in Mineola, Lorne Park, and Clarkson, where small gaps beneath flashing or along rooflines provide access to warm attic spaces. The big brown bats commonly overwinter inside buildings, while little brown bats form maternity colonies during the warmer months. Our removal services are carefully timed to protect dependent young while preventing future re-entry.

  • Opossum Control

    Virginia opossums have become increasingly common across Mississauga, particularly near Port Credit, Erindale, and neighborhoods bordering natural green corridors. Unlike many nuisance animals, they’re surprisingly gentle and rarely aggressive. They often shelter beneath decks, porches, and sheds while searching for insects, fallen fruit, pet food, or other easy meals during the night.

  • Rabbit Removal

    Eastern cottontail rabbits are common throughout Meadowvale, Erin Mills, and family-oriented communities with parks, gardens, and lawns. Although many homeowners enjoy seeing them, they often damage ornamental plants, vegetable gardens, and young shrubs. During spring, they often build shallow nests hidden in lawns, making professional assessment important before any removal work begins.

Facing a Nuisance Animal Problem?

Whether you have been hearing mysterious scratching sounds in your attic or need professional removal services for protected wildlife like bats, our team is ready to help.

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Keep Your Home Critter-Free

Removing wild animals from your property and preventing them from returning requires experience, expertise, and specialized equipment. At Critter Hero, we’re ready to provide long-term solutions.

Over 15 Years of Expertise

The Critter Hero team has been serving Mississauga for more than 15 years. Our expertise and experience handling bats, raccoons, squirrels, and other nuisance animals runs deep, which is why we’re rated highly for humane wildlife removal.

Safe Exclusion

All our wildlife control methods comply with the municipal wildlife protection bylaws. Our team also has extensive training to handle wild animals safely and prevent re-entry to residential and commercial areas after removal.

Satisfaction Guaranteed

The Critter Hero team performs a thorough assessment before and after the animal removal. We understand the structural damage and health or safety risks that wildlife poses to humans and pets. Thus, we guarantee safe removal and re-entry prevention.

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What Our Clients Say About Us

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Tom Kun

Chris is very knowledgeable and patient. He provided a lot of information and solved our rat and mouse issues. We tried other pest control solutions, but Critter Hero is the better option.

Svetlana Smith

Chris demonstrated extensive knowledge about local wildlife and effective removal techniques. He carefully assessed the situation, identifying the species involved and the best approach for safe removal. It was reassuring to know that he prioritises humane methods.

Tamlyn Pickering

Chris was prompt and professional and did a thorough job locating the problem areas in our house where critters were getting in.

Joely Fisher

Critter Hero was great, came the same day I called and immediately was able to solve our issue and for a reasonable price!

Duane Waltenbery

Chris arrived promptly to my house, assessed the situation and provided ideas to solve my critter problems. Excellent work!

Giacomo Luppino

Great job! Very professional and thorough. I would recommend their services.

Jet Stapleton

Thanks Phil, you stud, for helping me out.

Tom Kun

Chris is very knowledgeable and patient. He provided a lot of information and solved our rat and mouse issues. We tried other pest control solutions, but Critter Hero is the better option.

Svetlana Smith

Chris demonstrated extensive knowledge about local wildlife and effective removal techniques. He carefully assessed the situation, identifying the species involved and the best approach for safe removal. It was reassuring to know that he prioritises humane methods.

Tamlyn Pickering

Chris was prompt and professional and did a thorough job locating the problem areas in our house where critters were getting in.

Joely Fisher

Critter Hero was great, came the same day I called and immediately was able to solve our issue and for a reasonable price!

Duane Waltenbery

Chris arrived promptly to my house, assessed the situation and provided ideas to solve my critter problems. Excellent work!

Giacomo Luppino

Great job! Very professional and thorough. I would recommend their services.

Jet Stapleton

Thanks Phil, you stud, for helping me out.

Where Critters Find Shelter in Mississauga

From older residential communities to busy commercial districts and homes bordering natural green spaces, understanding where animals thrive helps prevent costly property damage before it starts.

  • Residential Neighborhoods

    Older communities like Lorne Park, Mineola, Erindale, and Streetsville experience wildlife activity throughout the year, thanks to mature trees, aging rooflines, and established gardens. In spring, raccoons and squirrels search for attics to raise their young, while autumn brings mice and rats indoors as temperatures drop. Our team is available year-round to help protect your property from wild animals. Read More Here

  • Commercial Areas

    Commercial corridors such as Dixie, Meadowvale Business Park, and the Airport Corporate Centre often attract mice and Norway rats because of food waste, loading docks, dumpsters, and extensive stormwater infrastructure. During colder months, rodents move indoors through utility openings and service entrances. This makes regular inspections and exclusion work essential for warehouses, restaurants, offices, and retail buildings.

  • Homes near Parks & Creeks

    Properties backing onto the Credit River, Cooksville Creek, Etobicoke Creek, and Mississauga’s many parks naturally experience more wildlife movement than other areas. These green corridors provide safe travel routes for raccoons, bats, opossums, and other native species year-round. Seasonal weather often prompts them to seek warm, sheltered spaces, such as attics, sheds, garages, and crawl spaces.

      If you have a wildlife problem, leave removal to the pros. Our licensed specialists use proven exclusion techniques to safely remove wildlife, repair vulnerable entry points, and help prevent future invasions. Every service complies with Ontario’s Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act and applicable Mississauga bylaws, ensuring your property is protected while respecting local wildlife and their natural habitat.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you still have questions about wildlife removal services? Here are answers to common questions we get from Mississauga property owners.

  • How much do humane wildlife removal services cost in Mississauga?

    The cost of humane wildlife removal depends on the species, the location of the infestation, the extent of property damage, and the level of exclusion work required. Simple removals often cost less than repairs required following an attic infestation.

  • Do I need a permit to remove wildlife from my property in Mississauga?

    Mississauga homeowners do not need a permit to hire a licensed wildlife removal company. However, all removal methods must comply with Ontario’s Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act and applicable Mississauga bylaws.

  • Can wild animals return after removal?

    Yes, wildlife can return if entry points remain open or food and shelter are still available. That’s why we go beyond removal by sealing vulnerable access points, repairing damaged areas, and implementing preventive measures to help prevent future infestations and protect your property long-term.

  • Does homeowners’ insurance cover wildlife damage?

    Some homeowners’ insurance policies may cover sudden wildlife-related damage, while damage resulting from long-term infestations or poor maintenance is often excluded. Coverage varies among insurers, so we recommend contacting your insurance provider to determine the nature and extent of your coverage.

  • Is it safe to remove wildlife during baby season?

    Yes, but it requires specialized knowledge and humane techniques. During spring, many animals raise their young inside attics, chimneys, or crawl spaces. Our technicians carefully remove mothers and dependent babies together whenever possible, in compliance with provincial wildlife protection regulations.

  • How long does humane wildlife removal take?

    Many wildlife removal jobs can be completed within a single visit, while more complex situations involving baby animals, multiple entry points, or extensive repairs may require additional appointments. After our inspection, we’ll explain the process and provide a clear timeline for your specific situation.  

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Wildlife problems demand immediate action, but unexpected removal costs can catch homeowners off guard. That’s why Critter Hero now offers flexible payment options, including affordable monthly installments. We make professional wildlife removal in Hamilton accessible without adding financial stress. Contact us today for a quick consultation and discover a payment plan that fits your budget.

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Critter Hero provides humane wildlife removal in Hamilton and across Ontario, with over 15+ years of experience in residential and commercial animal control. Our team specializes in non-toxic wildlife removal, safely managing animals such as raccoons, squirrels, bats, birds, skunks, and coyotes.

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