Our Approach: Fast, Safe, Ethical

At Trappy’s Wildlife Control, we believe in doing things the right way. Humane, effective removal that prioritizes the safety of your family, your property, and the animals involved — every job, every time.

We’re a fully licensed, certified, and insured wildlife control company operating under all applicable Ohio Division of Wildlife and local regulations. As a family-owned business serving Greater Cleveland, our reputation depends on doing the work the right way for our neighbors.

What “Humane” Actually Means in Wildlife Control

“Humane” gets thrown around a lot in this industry. For us, it’s specific:

• We don’t use poisons or lethal traps where a live alternative exists
• We check live traps frequently so animals aren’t held longer than necessary
• When mothers and young are involved, we work to keep them together — pulling babies by hand and reuniting at relocation when possible
• We follow species-appropriate methods: one-way exclusion for bats, hand-removal for kits, live cage traps for raccoons and other mammals
• Any deceased animals are disposed of respectfully and in compliance with state regulations

Our Process

• Inspection. Every job starts with a thorough walk-through. We confirm the species, find every entry point, and assess whether young are present.
• Trapping or exclusion. Live cage trapping, hand removal, or one-way exclusion devices depending on the animal.
• Removal. Animals are removed promptly and disposed of or relocated according to Ohio law.
• Sealing entry points. Long-term success comes from blocking re-entry — we use heavy-gauge hardware cloth, vent covers, chimney caps, and soffit/fascia repair sized for the species we removed.
• Education. We tell you what attracted the animal, what to watch for, and how to keep your property unappealing to wildlife going forward.

Why Family-Run Matters Here

Trappy’s is a small, locally owned operation. You won’t get a different sub-contractor every visit, and you won’t be passed off to a national 800-number for follow-up. The same people who diagnose the problem are the ones who return your calls — which means accountability, continuity, and work we stand behind.

Where We Work

We serve Maple Heights, Cleveland, Cleveland Heights, Shaker Heights, Garfield Heights, Bedford, Beachwood, and the broader Cuyahoga County and Northeast Ohio service area. Residential, commercial, multifamily, HOA, restaurant, school, and municipal clients all welcome.

📞 Have a question or need help? Call 216-586-4692.