Nuisance wildlife
Squirrels, skunks and raccoons are far more common here thanks to the foothills and river corridor. Wildlife services.
Cochrane & area pest control
Pest control in Cochrane, Alberta
Cochrane sits where the prairie meets the foothills, wrapped by the Bow River, ravines and ranch land. That setting is why homes and acreages here deal with more wildlife, rodents and birds than a typical city lot — and why treatment has to be matched to the property.
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Foothills, river, ranch land
A foothills town has foothills pests
Properties in Sunset Ridge, GlenEagles and Heritage Hills back onto ravines and reserves. Homes in River Song and Riviera sit on the Bow. Out past town, acreages on Highway 22 and Horse Creek Road border pasture and shelterbelts. Each of those edges brings a different pest, and we plan for the one you actually have.
- ✓ Locally owned and family-operated — invested in Cochrane
- ✓ Acreage service along Hwy 22, Hwy 1A and Horse Creek Road
- ✓ Humane wildlife control for the foothills edge
- ✓ Prevention-focused, with a satisfaction guarantee
Common in Cochrane
Pests and wildlife we handle most in Cochrane
Cochrane's position between Calgary and the Rockies means activity shifts through the year — wildlife in the shoulder seasons, insects in summer, rodents in the fall.
Skunks under decks & sheds
Acreage outbuildings, decks and crawlspaces are prime denning sites. We remove, exclude and deodorise. Skunk control.
Squirrels in attics
Mature trees along the ravines put squirrels on roofs and into soffits and attics. Squirrel removal.
Mice & pack rats
Homes bordering open land and acreages near shelterbelts see heavy autumn rodent pressure. Mouse removal.
Wasps & hornets
Nests under decks, in sheds, under roof overhangs and around playgrounds all summer. Wasp control.
Birds in vents & soffits
Sparrows, pigeons and starlings nest in roof vents, soffits and commercial buildings. Bird control.
Rural properties
Acreages need a different plan
A rural property is a bigger perimeter with more cover: outbuildings, wood piles, shelterbelts, pasture and equipment. Rodents and wildlife have far more harbourage, and a single indoor treatment won't hold.
For acreages we work the whole yard — identify denning and nesting sites, set an exterior rodent programme, seal the buildings that matter, and schedule seasonal follow-ups so the pressure from the surrounding land is managed, not just chased.
The river & the reserves
Wildlife along the Bow and Big Hill Springs
The Bow River, Jumping Pound Creek, Glenbow Ranch and Big Hill Springs give wildlife a continuous corridor right into town. Homes in Bow Ridge, The Willows and Precedence see the most squirrel, skunk and bird activity, especially in spring and fall.
Our wildlife work is humane and exclusion-first: get the animal out, close the way back in, and clean up after it — so it doesn't simply move to the next vent.
Across town & the acreages
Serving every neighbourhood in Cochrane
Sunset Ridge
River Song
Fireside
Heartland
The Willows
Heritage Hills
Bow Ridge
Bow Meadows
GlenEagles
Riviera
Precedence
Jumping Pound Ridge
West Terrace
Downtown Cochrane
Cochrane Lake
Acreages on Hwy 22 & 1A
Reviews
What Cochrane-area customers say
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Had a skunk problem. Called back very fast, discussed options, and they were at my house promptly to solve it. Left the work area in a better state than they found it. Truly professional.
Brad Davis
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Pigeon-free silence. I obtained multiple quotes from highly reviewed firms; The Pest Control Guy actually came out, took it seriously and solved it. Necessary sanity and health spend.
Sean D.
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We've used these guys for years — knowledgeable, polite and incredibly effective. Mice, spiders, hornets, voles, just about anything you can think of. 10/10 recommend.
Derek Timmons
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Cochrane pest control FAQs
Do you service acreages around Cochrane?
Yes. We regularly service acreages along Highway 22, Highway 1A and Horse Creek Road where rodents, pocket gophers, voles, skunks and wildlife are common due to nearby farmland and habitat.
Do homes near the Bow River see more wildlife?
Yes. Properties near the Bow River, Jumping Pound Creek, Glenbow Ranch and the reserves get more activity from squirrels, skunks, birds and other wildlife, especially in spring and fall.
Why are mice common in Cochrane in the fall?
As temperatures drop, mice move indoors for warmth and food. Homes near open fields, natural areas and new developments are especially vulnerable in fall and winter.
Is your wildlife control humane?
Yes. We use exclusion-first methods — remove the animal, seal the entry points, and clean up — so the problem is solved rather than moved to another part of the roof.
What pests are most common in Cochrane?
Mice, wasps, ants, spiders, birds, squirrels, skunks, voles and pocket gophers — and it shifts with the season and where your property sits.
Why choose The Pest Control Guy in Cochrane?
We focus on long-term solutions, not temporary fixes — inspect the property, explain the cause, and recommend practical prevention suited to the foothills.
Pest control built for Cochrane
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