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The Critter Team Podcast

The Critter Team Podcast

Di: Mike Garrett
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 The Critter Team is a 100% military veteran owned and operated wildlife removal company serving over 60 communities across Harris County, Montgomery County, and Liberty County in the greater Houston, Texas area. The company was founded in June 2015 by Mike Garrett, a 20-year US Army veteran who brought the discipline, precision, and follow-through of his military career directly into the wildlife control industry. Mike runs the business alongside his wife Victoria, who serves as Office Manager and handles scheduling, customer communication, and operations. With two offices in Humble and Spring, The Critter Team operates 24/7 with emergency service available and serves homeowners and businesses from Houston, The Woodlands, Conroe, Kingwood, Atascocita, Cypress, Tomball, Katy, Crosby, Porter, Huffman, Magnolia, Cleveland, and dozens of neighborhoods in between. The company carries $1 million per occurrence general liability coverage, $2 million aggregate, and full workers' compensation, and holds all proper state of Texas licenses and permits for commercial nuisance wildlife control. Mike Garrett's technical credentials set The Critter Team apart in a field full of general trappers. He holds a National Wildlife Control Operators Association (NWCOA) Bat Standards Certification, which is a specialized credential for bat removal and exclusion work, along with a certificate of completion for the NWCOA Wildlife Control Operators course. The company is also a Ridge Guard Certified Installer and authorized distributor for the north Houston metro area, a Bird Barrier Certified Installer, and Mike carries additional certifications in Advanced Metal Fabrication and Precision Shooting in Critical Environments. In 2018, The Critter Team received the Animals Happen Excellence Award for outstanding wildlife control services in the Montgomery County, Liberty County, and Harris County areas. The company's services span bat removal and exclusion, raccoon removal, squirrel removal, snake removal for both venomous and non-venomous species, bird control, skunk trapping, armadillo trapping, beaver removal, roof rat extermination, opossum removal, dead animal removal, and coyote trapping. Beyond removal, the team performs full attic restoration and decontamination, wildlife exclusion and animal proofing, structural damage repair to soffits, fascia, roofing, electrical wiring, drywall, and HVAC ductwork, insulation replacement, and sanitization. One key differentiator is that The Critter Team does not subcontract any of its services. Every job is performed in-house by trained staff who understand how to make repairs that actually stop wildlife from getting back in, not just patch a roof. Customers across Google, Yelp, and Nextdoor consistently call out Mike by name for his responsiveness, honesty, and depth of knowledge. One Google reviewer described calling another company that quoted $4,000 without even inspecting the problem; The Critter Team came out, did a proper inspection, determined it was not a bat issue at all, and saved the homeowner from an unnecessary and expensive treatment. Team members Jeff, Julio, Tad, and Chris have also been praised by name in verified reviews for their professionalism and quality of work. The company follows a documented 4-step process on every job: full home inspection with positive animal identification and photo documentation, humane removal with traps that are safe around children and pets, professional cleanup and decontamination, and guaranteed exclusion work using animal-proof materials that comes backed by a written warranty. After a decade of serving the Houston metro, the Garrett family continues to operate by the same principle Mike brought home from 20 years in the Army: do it right the first time. The Critter Team Humble Office 6942 FM 1960 Rd E, Suite 211Humble, TX 77346(281) 667-0171 The Critter Team Spring Office 17627 Shadow Valley DrSpring, TX 77379 (281) 800-4992The Critter Team Copyright 2026 All rights reserved. Economia
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  • Magnolia, TX Bird Control

    Magnolia, TX Bird Control
    Apr 16 2026
    Are you looking for help with Magnolia, TX bird control services? In this podcast we discuss the most common bird problems affecting Magnolia homes and businesses, how professional exclusion and deterrent systems work, and how to identify which species has taken up residence in your vents, eaves, roofline, or outbuildings. House sparrows, European starlings, barn swallows, and woodpeckers are the species most commonly causing structural damage and sanitation problems in Magnolia, TX. Magnolia sits in Montgomery County within a dense mix of pine and hardwood forest, and the area's character as a semi-rural community with a growing residential footprint along SH-249 creates bird pressure that is different from what homeowners deal with closer to the Houston core. Woodpeckers are significantly more active here than in more densely developed parts of the metro, targeting cedar trim, wood fascia boards, and wood siding on homes bordered by mature timber. Barn swallows exploit the wide eave overhangs common on newer construction along the Aggie Expressway corridor, returning to the same sites each spring. House sparrows and starlings nest inside HVAC vents and exhaust openings on both new and older homes. Each species requires a different control approach, and several are protected under federal and state law regardless of the damage they cause. Parallel rows of holes drilled into wood siding or fascia boards are woodpecker damage - usually a search for insects or an attempt to cache food. Mud cup nests on eave faces belong to barn swallows. Droppings accumulating at vent openings indicate sparrows or starlings nesting inside. Identifying the species correctly is the first step toward a control method that actually holds. How Bird Control Works in Magnolia Every Magnolia bird control job starts with an inspection to identify the species, locate nesting and roosting sites, and assess the structural access points involved. Our technicians determine what you are dealing with before recommending a control plan. Visit our Magnolia bird control contact page to schedule an inspection or ask questions by phone. Bird control services provided across Magnolia include: Bird exclusion netting: Physical barrier systems blocking access to eaves, overhangs, and structural cavitiesBird spike installation: Stainless steel spike systems for ledges, rooflines, and landing surfacesVent and soffit sealing: Permanent closure of dryer vents, HVAC openings, and roof penetrations used for nestingWoodpecker deterrents: Visual and physical deterrent systems to stop active pecking and prevent birds from returning to the same siteNest removal and sanitation: Safe removal of active and inactive nests with cleanup of droppings and nesting debrisChimney cap installation: Capping open chimneys used by sparrows or starlingsOutbuilding and barn proofing: Exclusion work on agricultural and storage structures on larger rural properties Every technician is a Bird Barrier Certified Installer, Ridge Guard Certified Installer, and holds NWCOA Bat Standards Certification along with Advanced Metal Fabrication Certification for exclusion and proofing work. A Veteran-Owned Bird Control Company Serving Magnolia The Critter Team was founded in June 2015 by Mike Garrett, a 20-year US Army veteran who built the company around a military standard of precision and accountability. Every bird control job is performed in-house by trained, certified technicians - no subcontracting. Deterrent systems are selected and installed to hold up in the field, look right on the structure, and address the problem without creating a new one. Credentials and licensing: Licensed nuisance wildlife removal operator in TexasBird Barrier Certified InstallerRidge Guard Certified Installer and Authorized Distributor, North Houston MetroNWCOA Bat Standards Certified (member since 2016)Advanced Metal Fabrication Certified$1 million per occurrence / $2 million aggregate general liability insurance, plus workers' compensation Woodpecker identification matters before any control work begins. Most woodpecker species in Texas are protected under federal law, which limits the methods that can legally be used to deter them. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension publishes guidance on woodpecker damage and deterrence that is worth reviewing if you are seeing active damage on your home. A licensed operator uses legal, effective methods from the start rather than approaches that create liability or fail to hold. Full-Service Bird Control Across Magnolia, TX Every Magnolia bird control job is backed by a written warranty on all exclusion work. The Critter Team performs all work in-house with no subcontracting, and phones are answered 24 hours a day, seven days a week including holidays. The company holds a 4.6-star Google rating across both Houston-area locations. No matter which bird species is causing problems at your home or business, Magnolia bird control starts with a call to The ...
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    21 min
  • The Woodlands, TX Bird Control

    The Woodlands, TX Bird Control
    Apr 16 2026
    Are you looking for help with The Woodlands, TX bird control services? In this podcast we discuss the most common bird problems affecting Woodlands homes and businesses, how professional exclusion and deterrent systems work, and how to identify which species has taken up residence in your vents, eaves, roofline, or commercial property. House sparrows, European starlings, chimney swifts, barn swallows, and grackles are the species most commonly causing structural damage and sanitation problems across The Woodlands villages. The Woodlands was designed around preserved forest, and that same canopy that makes the community distinctive also makes it one of the more active bird environments in the north Houston area. Chimney swifts follow the same creek corridors that run through Grogan's Mill, Cochran's Crossing, and Creekside Park, and they historically used hollow trees before learning that chimneys serve the same purpose. House sparrows and European starlings target HVAC vents and dryer duct openings on residential properties throughout the established villages. Commercial corridors along Research Forest Drive and Woodlands Parkway deal with grackle roost pressure on retail and restaurant rooftops from fall through early spring. Barn swallows return to the same eave overhangs year after year on newer homes near the edges of development. Each species requires a different control method, and several are federally protected regardless of the nuisance they create. Droppings at vent openings indicate sparrows or starlings nesting inside. The distinctive chirping sound of chimney swifts echoing down a flue is unmistakable once you know what it is. Mud cup nests on eave faces are barn swallows. Large noisy roosts in trees or on commercial rooftops after dark are grackles. Getting the identification right before any work starts determines whether the job is legal and what methods will last. How Bird Control Works in The Woodlands Every Woodlands bird control job starts with an inspection to identify the species, locate nesting and roosting sites, and assess the structural access points involved. Our technicians determine what you are dealing with before recommending a control plan. Visit our The Woodlands bird control contact page to schedule an inspection or ask questions by phone. Bird control services provided across The Woodlands include: Bird exclusion netting: Physical barrier systems blocking access to eaves, overhangs, loading docks, and structural cavitiesBird spike installation: Stainless steel spike systems for ledges, rooflines, parapet walls, and commercial signageShock track systems: Low-profile electrified track deterrents for commercial ledges and rooftop equipmentVent and soffit sealing: Permanent closure of dryer vents, HVAC openings, and roof penetrations used for nestingChimney cap installation: Capping open chimneys - with timing restrictions observed for chimney swift coloniesNest removal and sanitation: Safe removal of active and inactive nests with cleanup of droppings and nesting debrisCommercial roost management: Deterrent programs for grackle pressure on retail, restaurant, and office properties Every technician is a Bird Barrier Certified Installer, Ridge Guard Certified Installer, and holds NWCOA Bat Standards Certification along with Advanced Metal Fabrication Certification for exclusion and proofing work. A Veteran-Owned Bird Control Company Serving The Woodlands The Critter Team was founded in June 2015 by Mike Garrett, a 20-year US Army veteran who built the company around a military standard of precision and accountability. Every bird control job is performed in-house by trained, certified technicians - no subcontracting. In a community where aesthetics matter and homes carry significant value, deterrent systems are selected and installed to be as unobtrusive as possible on the structure. Credentials and licensing: Licensed nuisance wildlife removal operator in TexasBird Barrier Certified InstallerRidge Guard Certified Installer and Authorized Distributor, North Houston MetroNWCOA Bat Standards Certified (member since 2016)Advanced Metal Fabrication Certified$1 million per occurrence / $2 million aggregate general liability insurance, plus workers' compensation Chimney swifts are among the most commonly mishandled bird situations in The Woodlands. They are fully protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, meaning active nests and the birds themselves cannot be disturbed during the nesting season. Chimney caps must be installed outside of the nesting window. A licensed operator knows when the work can be done legally and how to keep the same birds from returning the following season. Full-Service Bird Control Across The Woodlands, TX Every Woodlands bird control job is backed by a written warranty on all exclusion work. The Critter Team performs all work in-house with no subcontracting, and phones are answered 24 hours a day, seven days a week including ...
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    21 min
  • Porter, TX Bird Control

    Porter, TX Bird Control
    Apr 16 2026
    Are you looking for help with Porter, TX bird control services? In this podcast we discuss the most common bird problems affecting Porter homes and businesses, how professional exclusion and deterrent systems work, and how to identify which species has taken up residence in your vents, eaves, roofline, or outbuildings. House sparrows, European starlings, barn swallows, and woodpeckers are the species most commonly causing structural damage and sanitation problems in Porter, TX. Porter sits at the Harris and Montgomery county line along the I-69 corridor, where the rural-to-suburban transition means properties here deal with a wider range of nuisance bird activity than more densely developed parts of the metro. Older structures on larger rural lots attract house sparrows and starlings that nest inside wall voids, vents, and storage buildings. Barn swallows target eave overhangs on newer construction and return to the same nesting sites year after year if they are not addressed. Woodpeckers are more active in this part of the area than in heavily suburban communities, targeting wood siding, cedar trim, and fascia boards. Each species requires a different control approach, and some are federally protected regardless of the damage they are causing. Concentrated droppings at vent openings usually indicate sparrows or starlings nesting inside. Mud cup nests on eave faces or porch ceilings are barn swallows. Parallel rows of holes in wood siding or fascia are woodpecker damage. Getting the identification right before starting work determines whether the job can be done legally and what methods will actually hold. How Bird Control Works in Porter Every Porter bird control job starts with an inspection to identify the species, locate nesting and roosting sites, and assess the structural access points involved. Our technicians determine what you are dealing with before recommending a control plan. Visit our Porter bird control contact page to schedule an inspection or ask questions by phone. Bird control services provided across Porter include: Bird exclusion netting: Physical barrier systems blocking access to eaves, overhangs, and structural cavitiesBird spike installation: Stainless steel spike systems for ledges, rooflines, signs, and landing surfacesVent and soffit sealing: Permanent closure of dryer vents, HVAC openings, and roof penetrations used for nestingChimney cap installation: Capping open chimneys used by sparrows or starlingsNest removal and sanitation: Safe removal of active and inactive nests with cleanup of droppings and nesting debrisWoodpecker deterrents: Visual and physical deterrent systems to stop active pecking and prevent returnOutbuilding and barn proofing: Exclusion work on agricultural and storage structures commonly targeted in rural properties Every technician is a Bird Barrier Certified Installer, Ridge Guard Certified Installer, and holds NWCOA Bat Standards Certification along with Advanced Metal Fabrication Certification for exclusion and proofing work. A Veteran-Owned Bird Control Company Serving Porter The Critter Team was founded in June 2015 by Mike Garrett, a 20-year US Army veteran who built the company around a military standard of precision and accountability. Every bird control job is performed in-house by trained, certified technicians - no subcontracting. Deterrent systems are selected and installed to be as unobtrusive as possible on the structure, whether that is a newer subdivision home or an older rural property with agricultural buildings. Credentials and licensing: Licensed nuisance wildlife removal operator in TexasBird Barrier Certified InstallerRidge Guard Certified Installer and Authorized Distributor, North Houston MetroNWCOA Bat Standards Certified (member since 2016)Advanced Metal Fabrication Certified$1 million per occurrence / $2 million aggregate general liability insurance, plus workers' compensation Species identification is the first step on every job, and it matters legally as much as it matters technically. Texas Parks and Wildlife provides guidance on native and migratory bird species present in this region. Most woodpeckers, swallows, and native songbirds are protected under federal law, which affects what control methods can be used and when. A licensed operator navigates that correctly from the start. Full-Service Bird Control Across Porter, TX Every Porter bird control job is backed by a written warranty on all exclusion work. The Critter Team performs all work in-house with no subcontracting, and phones are answered 24 hours a day, seven days a week including holidays. The company holds a 4.6-star Google rating across both Houston-area locations. No matter which bird species has moved into your home, business, or outbuilding, Porter bird control starts with a call to The Critter Team. Contact The Critter Team today for bird control services in Porter, TX. The Critter Team 6942 FM 1960 Rd E, Suite 211, Humble, TX 77346 (281) ...
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    20 min
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