Chimney Animal Removal in the Twin Cities, MN | Free Estimate
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Chimney Animal Removal in the Twin Cities

Raccoons, squirrels, and birds find chimneys irresistible for nesting — we remove them humanely, clean up the mess, and cap it so it doesn't happen again.

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Chimney animal and nest removal in the Twin Cities
The short answer: MockingBird Chimney provides safe animal and nest removal across the Minneapolis–St. Paul metro. Raccoons, squirrels, birds, and chimney swifts all find chimneys attractive for nesting, especially when a cap is missing or damaged. We remove the animal and nesting material, clean the flue, and install or repair the cap so it doesn't happen again. Some species, including certain birds, are protected during nesting season, which affects timing and method. Because every situation is different, estimates are free and given after we assess what's actually in the chimney.
What's Included

What animal removal actually involves.

Species identification

Confirming what's actually in the chimney before deciding on the safest removal method.

Humane removal

Animals removed without unnecessary harm, following applicable wildlife guidelines.

Nesting material cleanup

Debris removed, since old nests are both a fire hazard and a flue blockage risk.

Odor & waste cleanup

Droppings and odor addressed as part of the job, not left behind for you to deal with.

Cap installation or repair

The actual fix that keeps animals from getting back in after they're removed.

Sweep add-on

Recommended when significant nesting debris has built up throughout the flue.

Signs You Need One

How an animal problem usually shows up.

01

Scratching or scurrying sounds

Especially active at dawn or dusk, when most chimney-dwelling animals are most mobile.

02

Chirping or chittering noises

Often chimney swifts or baby animals in a nest, particularly common in spring and summer.

03

A strong, musky odor

A sign of animal waste building up somewhere inside the flue.

04

Visible nesting material at the top

Leaves, twigs, or debris visible from the ground or when up on the roof.

05

A missing or damaged cap

The entry point that let the animal in in the first place, and the thing that needs fixing after.

Pricing

Why animal removal is priced by the job.

The species involved and the cap work needed afterward drive the cost.

Free

On-Site Estimate

No service call fee, no obligation. Written quote before any work begins.

Species involved

Different animals require different removal methods, timing, and sometimes permits.

Extent of nesting material

More debris in the flue means more cleanup time before the job is done.

Access & height

Animal removal often happens at height, adding complexity to the job.

Cap repair or replacement

Needed afterward to actually prevent the same problem from recurring.

How It Works

Four steps, no surprises.

Step 01

Call or text

Tell us what you're hearing or seeing.

Step 02

Free on-site estimate

We identify the animal and assess the situation.

Step 03

The removal

Animal and nesting material removed safely and humanely.

Step 04

Cap it

New or repaired cap installed so it doesn't happen again.

Common Questions

Straight answers.

It depends on the species, the extent of nesting material, and whether cap repair or replacement is needed afterward. We give a free on-site estimate with a written quote before any work begins.

Raccoons and squirrels are the most common, along with chimney swifts and other birds, especially during spring and summer nesting season. Bats occasionally roost in chimneys as well.

Some species, particularly certain birds, are protected during active nesting, which can affect the timing and method of removal. We'll explain what applies to your specific situation before doing any work.

Not if the entry point is properly capped afterward. Removing the animal without fixing the cap just invites the same problem, or a different animal, to move back in.

We don't recommend it. Working at height inside a flue carries real risk, some species can be aggressive when cornered, and improper handling can leave animals or young trapped inside. It's worth having it done safely and correctly the first time.

Yes. Removing the animal without cleaning up the mess it left behind doesn't solve the odor or fire-hazard problem, so cleanup is part of the job.

Service Area

Animal removal across the Twin Cities metro.

Roughly 40 miles out from Minneapolis and St. Paul.

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