requently Asked Questions
Q. Can I use moth balls or ammonia to repel wildlife?
A. No. The fumes and vapors from these chemicals can be toxic and may cause severe ocular and respiratory irritation. This is not a humane solution to a wildlife problem. repelling wildlife or harassing wildlife using moth balls, ammonia or any other chemical is a violation of federal law. If it doesn't list repelling wildlife as a use on the label then you cannot use it for that purpose. Homeowners can put themselves at risk and even decrease the value of their home by using these methods. Long term exposure to the chemical in moth balls can cause Do yourself a favor and hire a professional.
Q. What do you do with the animals you remove?
A. It is a violation of state law to relocate any wildlife in Massachusetts. All wildlife must be either released at the site of capture or euthanized. This applies to every company and every private individual. Please visit the removal page for a more detailed explanation.
Depending on the species it may be possible to solve a wildlife problem without removing any animals by using exclusion techniques. Some animals, such as bats or birds are usually excluded. Other animals that tend to gnaw, such as squirrels, are usually removed. However, with wildlife work every situation is different. Please call us and we will be happy to answer any questions about your particular situation.
Q. Will the animals just leave on their own?
A. Ignoring a wildlife problem will not make it go away. In fact it is often very dangerous to allow wildlife to remain in your home. Wild animals carry many diseases and parasites that may affect humans. Wires being gnawed by rodents are one of the leading causes of house fires in the country.
Q. Do those ultra-sonic devices work to repel wildlife?
A. There is no scientific evidence that these devices work. In fact the Federal Trade Commission recently warned manufacturers of these devices about making false claims as to their effectiveness.
Q. How do I know I am hiring the right company to solve my wildlife problem?
A. Before hiring any service provider it is a good idea to ask if they are properly trained, licensed and insured. This most certainly applies to Wildlife Control Operators. The owner of BACK FORTY Inc., Rodney Malmquist, who is present on every job, regularly attends wildlife related seminars and lectures and networks with other industry leaders to bring you the latest techniques and the very best wildlife products. We are licensed by the state of Massachusetts as a problem animal control agent. We also carry liability and workers comp. insurance. In addition to this we belong to the National Wildlife Control Operators Association (NWCOA) and the Massachusetts Association of Problem Animal Controllers (MAPAC). These professional associations are very important to this industry. We are also a member of Business Networking International (BNI). This professional networking group that meets weekly provides us with a pool of highly qualified people in other professions that we can trust. We care about being the best and bringing the best to you, our valued customer.
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