Living in McKinney, Texas, you appreciate the city’s “Unique by Nature” charm and proximity to the outdoors. However, where urban development meets the Blackland Prairie ecosystem, local wildlife is increasingly finding its way into our homes and communities.
We don’t just remove animals; we understand and respect the local environment, providing the most humane and effective solutions tailored specifically for McKinney residents.
Climate Impact: Why Wildlife Problems are Worse in McKinney
McKinney falls under a Humid Subtropical Climate, which profoundly influences local wildlife behavior:
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Hot, Humid Summers (Avg. Highs above 87°F): Extreme heat and drought drive animals, particularly Raccoons and Opossums, to seek shade, water, and stable food sources inside human dwellings—like pet bowls, unsecured trash, or even condensation in your attic or crawl spaces.
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Mild, Rainy Winters (Avg. Lows around 35°F): While generally mild, cold snaps and frost encourage species like Skunks, Squirrels, and Rodents (Rats/Mice) to search for warm, dry shelter. Your attic, wall voids, or chimney become their ideal “winter refuge.”
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Wet Spring Season: Peak rainfall in the spring brings abundant water and signals the start of the breeding season. You’ll see more juvenile animals, such as young raccoons and squirrels, learning to survive in your home, leading to magnified damage.
Most Common McKinney Intruders
Based on McKinney and Collin County geography, we most frequently deal with the following nuisance animals:
| Species | Common Entry/Harborage Points | Climate-Related Behavior | Core Risks |
| Raccoons | Attics, chimneys, under eaves, vents | Seek shade and water in summer; secure dens in winter. | Fecal contamination (potential for Raccoon Roundworm), damage to pipes and roofing. |
| Opossums | Crawl spaces, under porches, sheds | Nocturnal foraging, often attracted by pet food and trash. | Carriers of fleas, ticks, and potential for transmitting diseases. |
| Skunks | Under house foundations, sheds, burrowing in yards | More active in winter months, or foraging during summer evenings. | The notorious noxious spray, and potential rabies risk. |
| Squirrels | Attics, wall voids, roof gaps, tree line connections | Active year-round, known for nesting and chewing electrical wiring inside the home. | Significant fire hazard (due to chewing), insulation destruction. |
| Armadillos | Lawns, gardens, under foundations | Digging for insects in the North Texas black soil. | Extensive yard damage and potential foundation undermining. |
Our Local McKinney Wildlife Solutions
As dedicated wildlife removal professionals, we offer the following guarantees:
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Humane Removal: We strictly adhere to McKinney city and Collin County regulations, using humane trapping methods to ensure safe relocation to appropriate natural areas.
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Comprehensive Exclusion: After removal, we focus on identifying and sealing all potential entry points (e.g., roof gaps, vent openings, foundation cracks) using durable materials to guarantee the problem does not recur.
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Professional Sanitation: We clean and deodorize attics and crawl spaces contaminated with feces and nesting material, eliminating residual odors that would attract other wildlife.
We serve McKinney covering zip codes:
75069, 75070, 75071, 75072, 75454