Branford, with its shoreline along Long Island Sound, Thimble Islands, and wooded neighborhoods near the Branford River and Supply Pond, sees plenty of wildlife issues — bats in attics, skunks under decks, raccoons in chimneys, squirrels in soffits, and more.
I do a lot of work in Branford — from coastal homes in Pine Orchard to wooded properties in North Branford. As a veteran-owned local company based in Old Saybrook (right off Rt 9 & I-95 Exit 2), I can get to Branford quickly — often same day or next day — for humane trapping, exclusion, cleanup, and prevention. Serving Branford and the shoreline for 16+ years. Call 860-510-6313 for fast, professional help.
Why Choose RF Wildlife in Branford:
- Local & fast — I’m a quarter mile from Rt 9 & I-95 at home, so quick response across the shoreline and Branford area.
- Humane methods only — no poisons, no relocation risks.
- Veteran-owned, licensed & insured.
- 16+ years experience in Middlesex & New Haven counties.
Certifications & Qualifications
- NWCOA EPIC Certified (Exclusion Product Installation Certification) — trained in ventilation systems, wildlife damage prevention, and prefab exclusion products.
- Hy-Guard Exclusion Products Installer — certified on Hy-Guard professional-grade exclusion systems.
All certifications and training details are on my About page: View Full Certifications → Licensed, insured, and DEEP-compliant.
Latest Branford Reviews
Bat Removal in Branford, CT
Bats favor Branford’s attics and eaves near Long Island Sound or the Branford River, entering tiny gaps and posing guano/histoplasmosis risks.
Since White Nose Syndrome wiped out most little brown bats in CT, I’ve only seen big brown bats in homes. Prior to that, most of my bat work was little brown exclusions — they were our main mosquito eaters.
Our bat removal process:
- Inspection for colonies and entry points
- Seasonal exclusion with one-way valves (no exclusion in maternity season)
- Spot guano cleanup
- Sealing and prevention
Starting at $225 — safe and DEEP-approved.
Skunk Removal in Branford, CT
Skunks burrow under decks, sheds, porches, and crawlspaces in Branford’s suburban yards — especially near the marshes, Branford Supply Pond, or the shoreline areas around Stony Creek and Pine Orchard. They spray when threatened, dig up lawns looking for grubs, and can turn a nice backyard into a smelly mess fast.
We recently handled a skunk removal job right near Stony Creek Brewery — it seems the local wildlife appreciates the craft beer scene just as much as the residents do! The skunk had dug in under a deck a little ways down from the brewery, and the smell was starting to drift. We got it out humanely, sealed the entry points with vinyl coated steel mesh (salt air eats through regular materials quick on the shoreline), so the area so the brewery could keep serving without any “extra aroma” complaints.
Branford’s coastal mix — salt marshes, wooded pockets, and low decks near the water — makes it prime skunk territory. Mid-February through early March is peak breeding season, so males roam more and females den up — that means more trapped pairs, more fighting, and more intense spraying. Once babies arrive in April–May, the digging and odor problems multiply fast.
Our skunk removal process:
- Assessment for burrows and access
- Odor-controlled live trapping (no relocation per DEEP)
- Exclusion barriers and cleanup
- Prevention tips for securing attractants
Quick Start in 1-3 days — legal and effective.
Squirrel Removal in Branford, CT
Squirrels invade attics and eaves in Branford’s wooded neighborhoods near Supply Pond or the Branford River, damaging wiring and insulation.
Along the shoreline and open areas I mostly deal with gray squirrels. Farther inland in older forests, flying squirrels become more common — they’re about chipmunk size with soft gray fur and large dark eyes that look almost too big for their small heads. They glide between trees and sneak into tiny gaps.
Flying squirrel exclusions are very similar to bat exclusions — the main difference is metal MUST be used (galvanized steel mesh or hardware cloth stainless on the coast) — flying squirrels will chew through foam or plastic. See my full bat exclusion process here: Bat Exclusion & Prevention →
Our squirrel removal process:
- Check for gnaw marks and nests
- Live trapping with one-way doors for eviction
- Repairs to damaged areas and sealing
- Habitat modifications to deter re-entry
Guaranteed service starting at $225.
Raccoon Removal in Branford, CT
Raccoons scavenge near Thimble Islands or Branford Point, nesting in chimneys and causing major destruction with rabies concerns. One of my near death experiences came from a raccoon removal job in Branford CT off of Indian Neck Ave near the Branford river. A raccoon mother ripped into a steep roof. I climbed up on the roof using a ridgehook and when I got to the hole about to do an eviction the mother raccoon launched out of the hole and chased me off the roof. LOL better than a pot of expresso from Peets Coffee in North Branford LOL.
Our raccoon removal process:
- Free evaluation for dens and entries
- Secure live traps (no relocation—DEEP required)
- Eviction, sealing, and fixes
- Prevention for trash and overgrowth
Efficient and compliant with veteran-owned expertise. Starting at $225
Local Emergency & Health Contacts in Branford
If you have an animal bite or possible rabies exposure, contact your local health department or 911 immediately.
- Branford Health Department (East Shore District) – (203) 481-4233 – bites, rabies concerns
- Rabies Exposure Reporting Form (Connecticut DPH) – Fill out if a bat was in a room with someone sleeping: Request for Rabies Examination Form (PDF)
- Rabies Consultation – For urgent human exposure questions: CT DPH Epidemiology Program (860) 509-7994 (normal hours) or (860) 509-8000 (after-hours) — they can guide via phone
- Branford Animal Control Officer – (203) 488-8304 – domestic animals, biting incidents
- Branford Police Non-Emergency – (203) 488-8304 – for possible rabid animal roaming the neighborhood
Tip: For bat exposures, CT requires reporting. Do not let the bat go — capture it safely for testing if possible. Call me first for safe removal.
Emergency Video Consult – Wildlife Help Right Now
If a bat (or other wildlife) is in your house and you can’t safely get to it, or you need quick guidance on rabies exposure risk, attic intrusion, or what’s going on under the deck — I offer Emergency Video Consults for $125.
If you are comfortable, I’ll walk you through safe capture, assessment, next steps, and whether it needs in-person removal — all via video call or phone. Just honest, fast advice from someone who’s been doing this for 16+ years.
If the consult turns into a full in-person wildlife control job, I’ll subtract the $125 from the total price. No double-paying.
Call or text 860-510-6313 now (texting is usually fastest). Or click here for full details and to get started: Emergency Video Consult – Wildlife Help Right Now →Emergency Video Consult – Wildlife Help Right Now – RF Wildlife – AnimalControlCT.com
I also cover nearby towns in the shoreline and New Haven County area. Check these pages for more local info:
Full Shoreline & Coastal Coverage See the complete list of towns I serve along the CT shoreline and coastal areas (Old Saybrook to Branford & East Lyme): Wildlife Removal CT Shoreline & Coastal Towns →
Call or text 860-510-6313 — direct to me. Texting is usually fastest for Branford jobs.
