Beaver Control

Does it feel like beavers are becoming more common in the Southeast? You’re not alone. Studies suggest beavers are edging closer to human habitats in search of new building sites, turning once peaceful properties into flooded, tree-stripped trouble zones. Don’t let it happen to your home – call Lookout Pest Control for beaver control services in the southeastern United States.

Beavers are no small nuisance — and dealing with them takes expert hands. Whether you’ve spotted a dam springing up overnight or noticed chew marks on trees around your yard, professional beaver removal is the safe and effective choice.

Why Trust Us for Beaver Control Services?

Lookout is fully licensed and insured to handle and remove beavers in Kentucky, Tennessee, Alabama, and Georgia. But why choose us? Plain and simple, we go above and beyond with every service to make sure your problem is solved.

• Safe and Humane Approach: We opt for low-stress trapping and relocation techniques whenever possible, making sure the animals aren’t harmed during the process.
• In-Depth Habitat Inspection: Before starting, we assess your entire property. By leaving no stone unturned, we can craft a removal strategy that precisely fits your unique situation.
• Tailored Solutions: Not all beaver problems are created equal. Our solutions are customized to handle everything from minor interruptions to large-scale damage with the goal of lasting relief.
• Beaver Exclusion and Prevention: Removing beavers is only half the battle. We work diligently to make your property less inviting for future visitors.
• Rapid Responses: Beavers don’t wait for business hours, and neither do we. We’re here when you need us most.

How Do You Know If You Have Beavers on the Property?

Beavers leave behind telltale signs that set them apart from other wildlife:

• Dams: One of the clearest indicators is the presence of a mud-and-stick dam. Beavers build dams to create still water environments for their lodges, which can quickly lead to flooding and property damage.
• Stripped Bark and Gnawed Trees: Beavers’ favorite choice of building material is wood. Look for teeth marks on tree trunks, newly fallen saplings, or bark stripped away near the water’s edge. The pattern and height of the chew marks can give you a strong clue that a busy beaver is at work.
• Lodges and Slides: In addition to dams, beavers construct “lodges” and “slides” along riverbanks. Smooth pathways in and out of the water are often a giveaway.

Nuisance Beavers in the Southeast

The North American beaver and the Eurasian beaver are the only two beaver species in the world, interestingly enough. The North American variety inhabits much of the continent, thriving in wetlands, riverbanks, and wooded areas — basically, any place with ample water and trees.

Here in the Southeast, we also have another similar-looking water-loving rodent that’s easy to mistake for a beaver: the nutria. Nutria are not as common as beavers, but they’re an invasive species, so sightings should be reported and the animals removed.

Are They Beavers or Nutria?

Nutria might look similar to beavers at a glance, but their differences are key:

• Size: Nutria are smaller, while beavers tend to be bulkier.
• Tail: Beavers sport a wide, paddle-shaped tail; nutria have a narrower, rounded tail.
• Native vs. Invasive: Beavers are native and vital to their ecosystems. Nutria, on the other hand, are invasive and can cause widespread environmental damage.
• Beavers build dams: Nutria don’t build dams. If you see complex woody structures in your pond or stream, that’s the calling card of a beaver, not a nutria.

When You Need Beaver Trapping Services, Call Lookout

Why choose Lookout? From thorough inspections and humane removal, our team will work tirelessly to protect your property and restore peace of mind.

Don’t let beavers reshape your landscape. Contact us today for professional, effective beaver control in Kentucky, Tennessee, Alabama, and Georgia. We bring expertise, care, and experience to every job.