ANIMAL CONTROL SPECIALISTS, INC.
(847) 827-7800
(847) 487-7200

We offer many types of animal proofing products for your home. Whether installed after the removal of “nuisance” animals or before as prevention to future problems, they are guaranteed. All are constructed of the highest quality materials and will provide many years of protection from animal intrusions.

Our products can be installed by homeowners, but the trapping and removal of wildlife is restricted to individuals licensed by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. Our guarantee is only valid if the product is installed by Animal Control Specialists, Inc. technicians. Prices quoted are subject to some variation depending on many factors including; size& height


Chimney Cap
Chimney Caps: We purchase our caps from a professional supply company. They will protect your chimney from animals and debris while still allowing normal function of fireplaces. The two styles of caps we install are black painted galvanized (pictured) and natural silver stainless steel. Stainless will not rust, while galvanized eventually will. Chose the type based on the length of time you will live in your home.<10years> Standard charge for installation of caps is $105.00 for stainless and $85.00 for galvanized.

Chimney Screen
Chimney Screens: These are recommended for furnace chimney flues. Caps have a slight risk of icing up during very cold weather. Squirrels and birds are the most common invader of these flues, with the occasional raccoon. There is direct pathway into the home for an animal that falls down into these through your furnace. We have also seen animals build nests inside the flue creating a potentially hazardous condition of carbon monoxide build-up. These screens are custom made to the specific size of your flue. They also are a low profile substitute for a cap for those who prefer it. Standard charge for chimney screens is $75.00 to $95.00

Attic Fan Screens: The most common entry point for animals getting into attics is attic fans. Raccoons and squirrels are the leading opportunists. Screens should always be installed exterior of the fan blades to prevent any future damage or nesting. There are two styles of screens we custom make for the various types of fans. The specific style is determined by the type of fan. The box style will work on any fan, the screen that is installed below the hood can only be done to certain kinds. (See alternating photo to left) Standard charge for installation of attic fan screens is $ 85.00 to $105.00

Roof Vent Screen
Roof Vent Screens: Common problems associated with roof vents include nesting birds and entry into attics by squirrels and raccoons. These screens are standard 12”X12”X4” high, however there are various sizes of vents that require custom made screens. The standard charge for installation of roof vent screens is $25.00 to $35.00 each.

Buried Screen
Stoops, Decks, Sheds, Foundations and Crawlspaces: Many of the wildlife species in our area create den sites by burrowing under structures. This can become a reoccurring problem. The only way to prevent this reoccurrence is by burying a physical barrier below ground. We dig a trench about 12 inches deep and install a heavy gauge, galvanized wire screen. The screen is attached to the structure along the top of the screen and then the trench is back-filled. The screen will resist rusting and degradation and will provide many years of protection. As always it comes with our 3 year guarantee against animal intrusion. Price and availability are based upon obstructions, length, and height of structure above ground level. Standard charge is $25.00 to $35.00 per foot.

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