Wildlife Control & Removal in San Diego & Southern California
Humane wildlife control for San Diego and Southern California homes and businesses. 90+ years of experience and a 100% satisfaction guarantee, with trapping, removal, and exclusion.
Common Nuisance Wildlife in Southern California
Each animal needs a tailored, humane approach — and sealing them out is as important as removing them.
Tree & Ground Squirrels
chew into attics and structures and burrow around foundations and slopes.
Opossums
shelter under decks, sheds, and crawl spaces and raid pet food and trash.
Raccoons
strong, clever animals that nest in attics and chimneys and damage roofs and vents.
Identifying the animal and its access points lets us remove it humanely and keep it out.
Signs of a Wildlife Problem
Wildlife usually announces itself through noise, damage, and droppings.
- Scratching, thumping, or scurrying in the attic or walls
- Damaged vents, soffits, screens, or roofline
- Burrows or dens under decks, sheds, or slabs
- Droppings, tracks, or disturbed insulation
- Raided trash, pet food, or garden
Why Wildlife Conflicts Happen in Southern California
San Diego’s canyons, open space, and trail-adjacent neighborhoods put homes right at the edge of wildlife habitat, so squirrels, raccoons, opossums, and skunks regularly seek shelter and food in attics, crawl spaces, and yards. Mild weather keeps them active year-round.
Because animals return to easy access points, humane removal must be paired with exclusion and repairs so others don’t move in.
How Lloyd Pest Control Handles Wildlife
We remove the animal humanely, seal the access points, and repair the damage.
Assessment
we identify the species, entry points, and any young, and plan a humane removal.
Humane Trapping & Removal
we remove the animal using humane methods appropriate to the species.
Exclusion & Repairs
we seal entry points and repair damaged vents, soffits, and screens so wildlife can’t return.
Follow-Up & Sanitation
we verify the property is secure and can clean and sanitize affected areas.
The result: wildlife removed humanely and kept out for good.
Residential Wildlife Control
We protect every kind of Southern California home:
- Single-family homes
- Apartments & condos
- Townhomes & duplexes
Wildlife in an attic or under a deck can damage structures, wiring, and insulation and pose health risks. We focus on humane removal plus the exclusion and repairs that actually keep animals from coming back — the step DIY trapping usually misses.
Choose from:
- One-time treatments for immediate issues
- Monthly maintenance plans for year-round protection (recommended)
Commercial Wildlife Control
Wildlife threatens grounds, structures, and safety at many properties. Lloyd provides humane removal and exclusion for:
- Property managers & HOAs
- Schools & campuses
- Government & municipal sites
- Warehouses & industrial sites
- Other businesses with grounds
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If pests return, so do we — at no additional cost. Your home or business stays protected, guaranteed.
Average Cost of Wildlife Control in Southern California
Wildlife control is priced by project — the species, removal effort, and exclusion or repairs needed; assessments are free.
Typical Wildlife Control Pricing
| Assessment | Free quote |
| Humane trapping & removal | from ~$130 |
| Exclusion & repairs | Custom quote |
| Cleanup & sanitation | Quoted by area |
Because every situation differs, wildlife control is custom-quoted after a free assessment of the animal and access points.
Prices are estimates based on typical projects across Southern California and may vary by property size, infestation level, and service type.
Recent Wildlife Projects
Local experience you can trust — real, recent jobs across San Diego County and Southern California.
South Bay home cleared of an attic squirrel problem and sealed with exclusion repairs.
Coastal North County home resolved with humane opossum removal from under the deck.
East County foothill home handled with raccoon removal and roofline exclusion.
Coastal North County office secured with humane trapping and entry-point repairs.
Customer Reviews — What Southern California Customers Say
“Andrew always answers our questions and if he doesn’t know the answer, he calls his supervisor right away while we are waiting. Andrew is Employee of the Year:)”
“Gabriel was on time. Gave what I think was a thorough inspection for rats and did what consider a complete spraying insect pests.”
“Bernardo is very thorough at his job. He lets you know what he will be doing & listens to any of your concerns….”
“Love you guys! Thanks for everything always!”
Serving Southern California
Lloyd Pest Control provides wildlife control across:
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. We use humane trapping and removal methods appropriate to each species and focus on sealing animals out rather than harming them, following regulations on relocation and protected species.
Removing the animal isn’t enough — others will use the same open vents, soffits, and gaps. Sealing entry points and repairing damage is what keeps wildlife from returning.
Squirrels, opossums, raccoons, skunks, and other nuisance wildlife. Gophers, birds, and rodents have their own dedicated services and pages.
Trapping and removal start around $130, with exclusion and repairs custom-quoted by the job. A free assessment determines the scope and an exact price.
We prioritize active wildlife intrusions and can often schedule quickly. The fastest way to start is a free assessment so we can plan a safe, humane removal.
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Remove the animal and seal it out for good.
Free assessment · Guaranteed results.
Lloyd Pest Control — Protecting Southern California since 1931
