What should I do if there's an animal in my chimney?

Keep the damper closed and the fireplace doors shut so it cannot get into the house, do not light a fire, and call us. We remove it humanely and cap the flue so it cannot come back.

How can I tell what animal is in my chimney?

Scratching and scrambling usually means a squirrel or raccoon. Chirping or fluttering means birds, often chimney swifts in spring. Either way the fix is the same, humane removal plus a cap.

There's an animal in my chimney right now, can you come today?

We prioritize animal calls and can usually get out same-day or next-day. Keep the damper closed and the fireplace doors shut, and call us at (410) 555-0117.

How do I keep animals out for good?

A properly sized stainless cap with mesh sides. It lets smoke out and keeps birds and squirrels from ever getting in. We fit one as part of every removal so you are not calling us again next spring.

Chimney Animal Removal in Baltimore

Scratching, chirping or a bad smell coming from the fireplace usually means something moved in. We get the animal out humanely, clean up the mess and seal the way it got in.

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What's included

Humane removal of birds, squirrels and nests
Nesting-debris and blockage cleanout
Odor and droppings cleanup
Stainless cap installation so it cannot happen again

A repointed Baltimore brick chimney crown with a new stainless cap

An uncapped chimney is a perfect nesting spot, and every spring we get a run of Baltimore calls about chimney swifts, squirrels and the occasional raccoon. A nest is also a serious fire and blockage hazard, not just a noise.

We remove the animal and the nesting material humanely, deodorize the flue and, most importantly, fit a cap so the next one cannot get in. Removal without a cap just books you a repeat visit.

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Animal Removal FAQs

What should I do if there's an animal in my chimney?: Keep the damper closed and the fireplace doors shut so it cannot get into the house, do not light a fire, and call us. We remove it humanely and cap the flue so it cannot come back.
How can I tell what animal is in my chimney?: Scratching and scrambling usually means a squirrel or raccoon. Chirping or fluttering means birds, often chimney swifts in spring. Either way the fix is the same, humane removal plus a cap.
There's an animal in my chimney right now, can you come today?: We prioritize animal calls and can usually get out same-day or next-day. Keep the damper closed and the fireplace doors shut, and call us at (410) 555-0117.
How do I keep animals out for good?: A properly sized stainless cap with mesh sides. It lets smoke out and keeps birds and squirrels from ever getting in. We fit one as part of every removal so you are not calling us again next spring.

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