Wildlife Exclusion & Prevention
Wildlife Exclusion & Prevention in South Florida
Seal them out for good — attic, roofline & structural exclusion.
Trapping an animal solves today's problem. Exclusion solves it forever. Wildlife exclusion is the work of finding and sealing every gap, vent, soffit and roofline weakness that lets animals into your home or business — and it's the single most important thing you can do to stop paying for the same removal over and over. Florida Wildlife Pros animal-proofs properties across Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach.
Warning Signs
Signs You Need Exclusion & Prevention
If any of the following sound familiar, it's time to call in a professional:
- You've had wildlife removed before and want it to be the last time
- Open soffits, damaged vents, gaps at the roofline or fascia
- A newly purchased home you want animal-proofed proactively
- Recurring rodent, raccoon, opossum or bat activity
- An HOA or commercial property that needs a durable, code-friendly fix

South Florida homes give wildlife dozens of ways in — construction gaps at the roofline, aging soffits and fascia, uncapped vents and chimneys, gaps around utility penetrations, and openings under decks, sheds and pool decks. Animals are relentless about finding and exploiting these, and different species need different exclusion materials and techniques to defeat.
We perform a detailed inspection of the entire structure, document every actual and potential entry point, and seal them with durable, animal-appropriate materials — heavy-gauge screening, sealed vents, reinforced soffit and roof-line closures, and barriers under structures. Where animals are still present, we exclude them safely first (never sealing young inside) and then close the openings.
The result is a property that simply stops being an easy target. For homeowners it ends the cycle of repeat removals; for HOAs, commercial buildings and golf-course structures it protects the asset and reduces liability. Exclusion is the highest-value wildlife work there is, because it's the part that lasts.
Florida note: Exclusion must always account for animals — and especially young — that may still be inside. Sealing first and inspecting later traps wildlife in your walls. We inspect, exclude, then seal, in the right order.
Our Process
How Our Exclusion & Prevention Works
Call & Assess
Call 561-940-1895 and describe the animal, the location and the situation. We assess urgency and dispatch fast.
On-Site Inspection
We identify the species, locate dens, burrows and entry points, and pinpoint what's drawing wildlife in.
Humane Removal
We trap and remove the animal humanely and legally, accounting for young and following Florida regulations.
Cleanup & Prevention
We clean up, decontaminate and seal entry points so the problem is solved for good — not just for now.
Why Exclusion & Prevention Isn't a DIY Job
It's tempting to try to handle a wildlife problem yourself, but exclusion & prevention done wrong usually makes things worse — and in South Florida it can be genuinely dangerous or even illegal. The animal you're dealing with behaves in specific ways: where it dens and travels, what draws it in, and how it reacts when cornered. Get that wrong and you risk injury, an animal trapped and dying inside your walls, orphaned young, contamination, or a citation for mishandling a regulated species. Decades of hands-on South Florida experience is exactly what turns a risky guessing game into a fast, clean, permanent fix.
Why Choose Florida Wildlife Pros
Homeowners, businesses, HOAs and golf courses across Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach trust us with exclusion & prevention because we bring more than a trap and a truck. We bring correct species identification, humane and legal methods, thorough cleanup, and the exclusion work that stops the problem from returning. You get honest, upfront pricing, same-day and emergency availability seven days a week, and a team led by a trapper with over 40 years of real experience. When you want it handled right the first time, call 561-940-1895.
Who We Serve
Exclusion & Prevention for Every Property
Residential
Fast, discreet wildlife removal for single-family homes, condos and townhomes — from a gator in the yard to rats in the attic.
See How → 🏢Commercial
Wildlife and rodent control for restaurants, retail, offices, warehouses and property managers — compliant and audit-ready.
See How → 🌳HOAs & Communities
Community-wide programs for gators in lakes, iguanas on seawalls and nuisance wildlife — one number for the whole association.
See How → ⛳Golf Courses
Nuisance alligator and iguana management for superintendents — protecting players, turf, ponds and course infrastructure.
See How →Service Areas
Exclusion & Prevention Across South Florida
We provide exclusion & prevention in every city across Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach.
Broward County
More Services
Related Wildlife Services
Alligator Removal
Safe, licensed removal of nuisance alligators from retention ponds, canals, lakes, yards and golf courses.
Learn More → 🦎Iguana Removal
Trapping, removal and long-term control of invasive green iguanas destroying landscaping, seawalls and pool decks.
Learn More → 🐍Snake Removal
Safe identification and removal of venomous and non-venomous snakes from homes, garages, yards and pools.
Learn More → 🦝Raccoon Removal
Humane trapping and attic removal of raccoons, plus damage cleanup and exclusion to seal them out for good.
Learn More → 🐾Opossum Removal
Trapping and removal of opossums from attics, garages, sheds, decks and yards — with cleanup and exclusion.
Learn More → 🐀Rat & Rodent Control
Trapping, exclusion and cleanup for roof rats and rodents in attics, walls, kitchens and garages.
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Meet Our Expert
Alex Pomareda
Lead Wildlife Trapper & Founder — over 40 years of hands-on Florida wildlife experience.
Alex Pomareda has worked hands-on with Florida wildlife his entire life — more than 40 years spent trapping, relocating and managing the reptiles and nuisance animals that thrive in South Florida's subtropical environment. From nuisance alligators in retention ponds to iguana infestations tearing up seawalls and golf courses, there isn't a South Florida wildlife problem Alex hasn't personally handled.
5-Star Reviews
What Our Customers Say
"Called about a gator in our community lake and they were out same day. Professional, calm and clearly knew exactly what they were doing. Our HOA now has them on call."
"Iguanas were destroying our seawall and landscaping. They trapped dozens and set us up on a program — the difference is night and day. Highly recommend."
"Had raccoons in the attic with babies. They removed them humanely, cleaned everything up and sealed the roof so they can't get back. Worth every penny."
FAQ
Exclusion & Prevention — Frequently Asked Questions
What is wildlife exclusion, exactly?
It's the process of finding and permanently sealing every way animals get into your structure — rooflines, soffits, vents, gaps and under-structure openings — using durable, species-appropriate materials. It's what makes a removal permanent.
Why is exclusion better than just trapping?
Trapping removes the current animal; exclusion prevents the next one. Without sealing the entry points, new wildlife simply follows the same openings inside. Exclusion ends the cycle.
Can you animal-proof a home before there's a problem?
Yes, and it's smart — proactive exclusion on a new or newly-purchased home is far cheaper than repeated removals and repairs later. We inspect and seal the vulnerable points up front.
Do you guarantee the work?
We stand behind our exclusion work. Because we seal with durable materials and inspect thoroughly, our exclusions are built to keep animals out for the long term. Call 561-940-1895 for details.