Summit Environmental Solutions Blogs

October 7th, 2018

The most common form of raccoon removal in Northern Virginia, as well as raccoon control, is by trapping the animal itself. Summit Environmental Solutions offers these types of services,...

October 6th, 2018

If you are having issues with squirrels in the attic and need squirrel control, please call Summit Environmental Solutions to schedule a free inspection and squirrel removal....

October 4th, 2018

Squirrels are amazing creatures. They can leap 10 times their body length and turn their ankles 180 degrees to face any direction when climbing. Here are 20 fun facts about squirrels....

October 3rd, 2018

Bats require specific temperatures for hibernation, ranging from 35-40 degrees Fahrenheit. That is why so many choose attics as an ideal winter home....

October 2nd, 2018

No other mammals in the Northeast are as misunderstood as bats. This publication will describe the important role that bats play in our environment and will explain what to do if you find yourself sha...

September 26th, 2018

While most squirrels species might look meek and harmless, they can gnaw through anything with their razor-sharp teeth including electrical wires and exposed electrical connections. That is why you ne...

September 20th, 2018

When the nights get longer, nocturnal animals lurking outside become even more active. In the fall, that means a better chance for raccoons, opossums, bats and other nocturnal animals to enter your ho...

September 18th, 2018

Research suggests that bats may be special in their ability to host zoonotic viruses when compared to other rodents. What does that mean to a homeowner? A good start is with bat control. ...

September 11th, 2018

The North American gray squirrel is an invasive species that can cause significant damage to your home and can also transmit diseases that trigger respiratory issues that affect you and your family me...

September 7th, 2018

Voles are the outdoor version of your friendly, neighborhood house mouse. Voles need vegetation to live long lives, meaning they can damage your lawn and garden....

September 4th, 2018

Rats can easily adapt to our environments easily and most of the time, by choice. Due to the abundance of food and shelter rats adapt rather easily. We provide regular food sources like bird feeders,...

September 3rd, 2018

Mice typically enter our homes between October and February, looking for food, water, and shelter from the cold. While these rodents may look cute, mice spread more germs than most people realize. Mic...