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Chimney Animal Removal in Dayton, OH

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

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  • 900+ Dayton homes served

What's included

  • Humane removal of birds, raccoons, squirrels, and nests
  • Nesting-debris and blockage cleanout
  • Odor and droppings cleanup
  • Stainless cap installation so it can't happen again

An uncapped chimney is a perfect nesting spot, and in the spring we get a lot of Dayton calls about chimney swifts, raccoons, and squirrels. A nest is also a serious fire and blockage hazard.

We remove the animal and nesting material humanely, deodorize the flue, and — most importantly — install a cap so the next critter can't get in. Removal without a cap just invites the problem back.

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Questions we get a lot

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

Keep the damper closed and the fireplace doors shut so it can't get into the house, don't light a fire, and call us. We remove it humanely and cap the flue so it can't return.

How can I tell what animal is in my chimney?

Scratching and scrambling usually means a raccoon or squirrel; 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 (937) 555-0142.

How do I keep animals out for good?

A properly sized stainless chimney cap with mesh sides. It lets smoke out and keeps birds, raccoons, and squirrels from ever getting in. We install one as part of every removal.

Get your chimney ready before you light the first fire.