🦔 Haliburton County

Regional Overview:

Haliburton County is one of Ontario’s most remote and rugged service regions, known for its dense forests, winding lakes, backwoods cabins, and seasonal cottage communities. Wildlife thrives here — from forested highlands to riverbanks and untouched trails. The area is popular for hunting, fishing, and off-grid recreation, but it also presents serious challenges when it comes to nuisance animals. Properties are often left vacant during fall and winter months, making them highly vulnerable to long-term infestations. Wildlife problems in Haliburton are typically more severe and complex, often involving animals that have gone unnoticed for extended periods.

Mitchell’s Nuisance Wildlife Solutions is fully equipped to operate in this terrain. Our team is licensed, experienced, and able to handle a wide range of situations — including those requiring legal trapping, exclusion in remote locations, and wildlife-proofing of seasonal or off-grid structures.

Towns and Communities Serviced:

  • Primary Coverage: Minden, Kinmount, Lochlin, Ingoldsby, Gelert

  • Extended Service: Irondale, Gooderham, Eagle Lake, Haliburton Village

  • Remote Access (Case-by-Case): Highlands East, select cottage lakes, and backwoods trail-access properties

Common Wildlife and Bird Issues & How We Solve Them:

🦇 Bats in Rafters, Attics, and Cabin Framing
Seasonal homes and cabins in Haliburton frequently host bat colonies — especially behind gable vents, open rafters, and roofline gaps. These roosts can go undetected until guano builds up or bats are seen flying indoors.

Our Solution:
We install one-way bat valves or cones during permitted exclusion periods to allow bats to leave naturally and safely. Afterward, our team seals all roosting and access points, using bat-safe methods and mesh. If guano contamination is present, we offer full attic cleanup, disinfection, and odor control.

🦝 Raccoons in Crawlspaces and Attics
Raccoons are common in rural Haliburton and often break into seasonal homes or unoccupied cabins during colder months. They enter through loose soffits, roof gaps, or under porches, causing insulation damage and contamination.

Our Solution:
We install raccoon-grade one-way doors at active entry points so the animals can exit but not return. Once the structure is verified empty, we seal and reinforce the entry points using durable flashing and screening. Our team also provides attic remediation if droppings, nesting debris, or insulation damage has occurred.

🐿️ Squirrels and Flying Squirrels in Rooflines and Walls
Red squirrels and flying squirrels are persistent and highly destructive in Haliburton’s wooded areas. They enter through soffits, gables, and wood siding to nest inside walls, ceilings, and attics.

Our Solution:
We conduct a full inspection to locate all chew-points and install species-specific one-way squirrel exits. Once confirmed vacant, we seal gaps and weak spots using chew-proof metal flashing. For properties with recurring issues, we recommend seasonal exclusion inspections to prevent future entry.

🦨 Skunks Under Seasonal Cabins and Decks
With many cabins sitting on blocks or open piers, Haliburton offers ideal denning conditions for skunks — especially under decks, additions, and sheds.

Our Solution:
We install a buried exclusion barrier along the base of the structure, incorporating a one-way skunk door. After the skunk exits, the barrier is fully closed to prevent future burrowing. If any odor remains, we provide deodorizing and habitat treatment.

🐁 Mice and Rats in Off-Grid Structures
Rodent infestations are extremely common in Haliburton, especially in long-vacant trailers, bunkies, and cottages. Mice enter through small gaps in siding, floors, and utility lines.

Our Solution:
We install rodent-sized one-way exits at active entry points and seal all other gaps down to 1/4” using steel mesh and weatherproof materials. Interior rodent control (trapping or baiting) is available for buildings with high activity, along with nest removal and sanitation.

🦦 Beavers and Muskrats Flooding Trails and Shorelines
In wilderness areas, beavers and muskrats commonly build near cabins and camps, leading to flooding of driveways, private roads, and lakeside properties.

Our Solution:
As a licensed trapping service, Mitchell’s can legally and humanely address high-impact beaver or muskrat problems under provincial regulations. We also install culvert guards, erosion barriers, and exclusion fencing to prevent repeated damage or blockages.

🐦 Birds in Rafters, Siding, and Vents (Starlings, Sparrows, Swallows)
Birds are frequently found nesting in open cabin framing, attic vents, and behind loose siding — especially in unused or partially finished structures.

Our Solution:
We remove inactive nests and install one-way bird exits for active infestations. Vents, beams, and soffits are sealed or screened with galvanized mesh and protected with pest-proof vent guards. In open boathouses and sheds, we install roost deterrents or bird netting.

🕊️ Pigeons on Boathouses, Barns, and Cabins
Pigeons are found around older barns, lakeside boathouses, and even commercial properties in Haliburton Village. They leave corrosive droppings and attract mites.

Our Solution:
We install bird spikes, netting, and ledge guards, then clean the area with disinfectant and deodorizer. We also provide ongoing prevention plans for locations with persistent pressure.

🪿 Geese and Gulls on Waterfront Properties and Public Access Points
Geese and seagulls regularly gather on cottage lawns, docks, and lake access points, leaving behind heavy droppings and causing conflict with guests or children.

Our Solution:
We deploy motion-activated deterrents, predator visuals, and shoreline barriers, and offer ongoing maintenance plans for high-traffic or resort-style properties. For public boat launches or municipal areas, we offer low-profile exclusion options.

Every Situation is Unique

Wildlife problems in Haliburton are often remote, seasonal, and complex. Whether it’s squirrels overwintering in a camp attic or beavers washing out a driveway, every property and species requires a custom solution. Mitchell’s Nuisance Wildlife Solutions approaches every job with a focus on safe, humane removal, permanent exclusion, and long-term protection — no matter how far off the grid you are.

📬 Contact Us – Serving Haliburton County

If you have a seasonal cabin, cottage, or rural home in Haliburton County, Mitchell’s Nuisance Wildlife Solutions offers professional, humane wildlife removal and exclusion services — built specifically for rugged, off-grid, and backwoods properties.

We frequently service properties in Minden, Kinmount, Gelert, Gooderham, Lochlin, and beyond — including cabins along seasonal roads, trail access points, and remote lakefronts. Whether it’s squirrels in your roofline, raccoons in a crawlspace, or bats nesting in open rafters, we provide long-term solutions that hold up through tough winters and extended vacancies.

📍 Located deeper into the bush or near a lake not listed?
We regularly take on jobs in remote areas not marked on standard service maps. Just send us a message with your location and the issue you're dealing with — we’ll let you know if we can help, or point you toward a trusted contact who can.