1. Keep people and pets away
Family members, tenants and animals stay out of the area while the crew prepares to enter.
Wichita Falls, TX · Wichita County
Dead Animal Removal & Cleanup in Wichita Falls, TX
Found a dead raccoon, opossum or rodent on your Wichita Falls property? Keep pets away and call (877) 812-4220 to get carcass removal, cleanup of the area and disinfection.
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Dead Rodent, Raccoon and Opossum Removal in Wichita Falls and Wichita County
Dead animal removal and cleanup is the safe removal of an animal carcass from a wall, attic, vent, crawl space, yard or home, followed by cleaning, disinfecting and odor treatment of the area.
Want a dead animal removed from your Wichita Falls property without a mess? You can call Wichita Falls Biohazard Cleanup Help from anywhere in Wichita County. Cleanup technicians work discreetly and keep family members, tenants and staff away from the area.
Many homes in Wichita Falls, about 64%, were built before 1980. Older insulation and wood framing soak up fluids and hold odor for a long time. About 12% of housing in Wichita Falls is vacant, and empty homes, sheds and outbuildings are common places for animals to die unnoticed.
The work often covers:
- Removal of dead animals from yards, garages, sheds, porches and under decks
- Follow-up odor checks and notes on repairs that other trades will need to make
- Carcass removal from walls, attics, crawl spaces, vents, chimneys and ductwork
- Odor removal and deodorizing at the source of the smell
- Cleanup of nests, droppings and parasite debris around the carcass
How Dead Animal Cleanup Works in Wichita Falls, TX
2. Isolate and remove
The work zone is sealed off, and the animal is removed with care for the family, especially when it is a pet.
3. Remove and clean
The carcass and any nesting debris are removed, and fluid-soaked materials are cut out and replaced later.
4. Sanitize and confirm
Remaining surfaces are disinfected, the air is treated, and the owner is walked through what was done.
Dead Animal Removal & Cleanup Cost in Wichita Falls, TX
Expect dead animal removal & cleanup in Wichita Falls, TX to cost roughly $150 to $250, with the final price set after an on-site assessment.
Odor treatment needs vary. A closed room is simpler to treat than a house where the smell has spread through ducts and vents.
| Type of job | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Dead animal removal | $150 - $250 |
| Dead animal removal | $150 - $250 |
Figures are planning ranges from Bob Vila, HomeAdvisor, not a price for any specific Wichita Falls property. Price drivers include where the animal is, whether walls must be opened, size of the animal, odor and cleanup afterward. Call (877) 812-4220 any hour.
What Wichita Falls Property Owners Ask About a Dead Animal in the House
What rules apply to dead animal removal in Texas?
Rules for removing and disposing of dead animals vary by city and county, and animal services handle public property in many places. Worker safety follows OSHA rules for contaminated materials. Ask your city or county what applies where you are.
Will insurance cover dead animal cleanup?
Sometimes, but not always. Many homeowners policies exclude damage from animals or pests, and wording differs. Call your insurer before work starts, take photos and keep receipts, and ask what paperwork it needs.
Who removes dead animals from the road or yard?
Rules vary by city and county. Animal services or public works often remove animals from public roads and property, while private property is usually the owner's responsibility. Call your city or county animal services to learn what applies.
What if a pet died at home?
You do not have to handle it alone. A cleanup team can remove the body with care, clean bedding and floors, and disinfect the area. It is done privately and gently, so the family is spared the hardest part.
How much does dead animal removal cost?
It depends on where the animal is, its size and how much material must be removed. A pickup in plain sight costs less than a job inside a wall. The team sets the price after seeing the space.
How do you find a dead animal in a wall?
The crew follows the odor, checks vents, attic access and crawl spaces, and looks for flies and stains. Sometimes a small camera or a small opening in drywall is needed. Once the animal is found, it is removed and the area is cleaned.
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Dead animal under the house or deck in Wichita Falls?
Call (877) 812-4220 any hour and describe the smell and where it is strongest.
Call (877) 812-4220