Wildlife removal in Roanoke, VA
Independent city · Population 95,000–100,000
Roanoke sits in a bowl of Blue Ridge mountainside, and wildlife comes downhill into the city — raccoons, skunks, and the occasional black bear (bears are a DWR matter, not a removal call). Bats and squirrels in older Southwest Roanoke attics are the routine work.
Get connected with a provider covering Roanoke
Call (833) 567-5793Call hours: Mon–Sun, 8 AM–6 PM. Coverage varies by location.
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What to do right now
- 1. Keep people and pets away from the animal and, if it is inside living space, close interior doors to limit its range.
- 2. Do not touch or corner it — raccoons and several other local species carry disease risk, and a cornered animal defends itself.
- 3. Note where the noise or sighting is (attic, wall, chimney, under a deck) — it is the first thing a provider will ask.
- 4. Do not seal any hole yet. Trapping an animal inside a wall turns a removal into a demolition.
Common wildlife problems in Roanoke
Species behind most local calls
- • Raccoons
- • Gray squirrels
- • Bats
- • Skunks
- • Groundhogs
Local structure vulnerabilities
- • Hillside homes with walkout basements and grade-level entries
- • Older Southwest city attics
- • Mountain-edge sheds and outbuildings
Seasonal patterns
- • Mountain wildlife pressure into the valley intensifies in fall as animals seek winter dens
- • Virginia’s flat ban on relocation means Roanoke jobs emphasize exclusion over trapping
What happens when you call
Calls are routed to an independent wildlife removal provider or partner call center covering your area. That provider — not this site — determines availability, pricing, and scope of work. Most jobs start with an on-site inspection: finding the entry points, identifying the species, then removing or excluding the animal and sealing the structure. Pricing depends on species, number of entry points, accessibility, and whether cleanup or repairs are needed — typical ranges are in the cost guide.
Virginia rules that affect your job
Under Virginia administrative code 4VAC15-30-50, it is unlawful to transport, release, or relocate any trapped wildlife off the property of capture without a specific written DWR permit. Rabies-vector species (raccoons, skunks, foxes) cannot be transported across county borders under any circumstances.
Full details on the Virginia wildlife removal page, sourced from the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR).
Roanoke wildlife FAQs
A bear has been in my Roanoke trash — who handles that?
Not a wildlife removal company — black bears are managed by the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, and the standard response is securing attractants (trash, bird feeders, pet food). For raccoons, squirrels, and bats, private removal providers are the right call.
Can raccoons or skunks be relocated in Virginia?
No. Virginia DWR regulations strictly prohibit the off-site relocation of raccoons, skunks, and other rabies-vector species. Captured nuisance animals must be released on the continuous premises of capture or humanely euthanized.
Guides for Roanoke\u2019s most common animals
Other covered Virginia cities
Talk to someone about your wildlife problem
Call (833) 567-5793Call hours: Mon–Sun, 8 AM–6 PM. Coverage varies by location.
Disclaimer: EmergencyAnimalRemoval.com is a free service to assist homeowners in connecting with local service providers. All contractors/providers are independent and EmergencyAnimalRemoval.com does not warrant or guarantee any work performed. It is the responsibility of the homeowner to verify that the hired contractor furnishes the necessary license and insurance required for the work being performed. All persons depicted in a photo or video are actors or models and not contractors listed on EmergencyAnimalRemoval.com.
Last reviewed: 2026-07-15