Recently, we were called to a Lexington home to correct previously completed raccoon exclusion work around two vulnerable soffit return areas. The homeowner had continued concerns about the durability of the existing repairs, and after inspection, it became clear why. The prior exclusion work primarily relied on thin aluminum flashing and sealant applied along the…
Solving a Common Barn Problem in Central Kentucky Working in Kentucky’s horse country always brings a unique set of challenges—and this recent project in Lexington was a great example. This stall barn was experiencing ongoing issues with European Starlings and House Sparrows entering the structure and nesting in the upper hayloft area. While birds moving…
Bird Activity Around Awnings: A Common Problem for Lexington Homes Retractable awnings create an ideal environment for birds. The structure offers shelter from wind and weather, along with a stable ledge for roosting and nesting. In this Lexington, Kentucky home, birds had begun building nests along the mounting bar of the awning. As activity…
Beavers are one of the most fascinating and capable animals we encounter in Central Kentucky. Known as “nature’s engineers,” they have an unmatched ability to reshape their environment by building dams, creating wetlands, and altering water flow. In the right setting, this is beneficial. In the wrong place—near homes, farms, or roadways—it can quickly…
Powered attic fans are great at venting heat and helping regulate attic temperatures during the warmer months. Unfortunately, they can also become an inconspicuous open door on your roof. Let’s learn about attic fan guard installation to provide a solution! Most powered attic fans include only a small factory screen underneath the canopy, and that…
A Squirrel Inside?! Inside Where? Earlier this week we had a call for a squirrel inside of a dental office. We remove squirrels from dental offices daily, but we’re on the cusp of resolving this gnawing issue! Just kidding, but we really did get this call, so what did we do? Well of course we…