Animal & Wildlife Chimney Removal in Forest Hills & Green Hills, Nashville (ZIP 37215)
Safe, humane removal of squirrels, raccoons, and birds from your chimney, plus cleanup and cap installation to keep them out.
Dense, mature tree canopy throughout Forest Hills & Green Hills makes wildlife activity a recurring concern even on well-maintained chimneys, and we handle removal with the same discretion and care homeowners expect for every other service on the property.
An open or poorly capped flue looks like a ready-made den to squirrels, raccoons, and birds — and once an animal moves in, removing it safely (for you and the animal) takes the right approach, not just brushing it out. We handle safe removal, full debris and nest cleanup, and cap installation so it doesn't happen again.
What's Included
- Safe assessment of the animal and nesting situation before any action
- Humane removal methods appropriate to the species involved
- Full removal of nesting material, droppings, and debris
- Sanitization of the firebox and smoke chamber after removal
- Cap and damper installation to prevent repeat entry
Warning Signs in Forest Hills & Green Hills Homes
- Scratching, chirping, or movement sounds from inside the chimney
- A strong odor coming from the fireplace or flue
- Visible nesting material at the top of the flue or in the firebox
- A missing or damaged cap with recent animal activity nearby
About the Forest Hills & Green Hills Area
Forest Hills and Green Hills are among Nashville's most established, tree-lined residential areas, mixing mid-century estate homes with newer high-end construction near the Green Hills retail corridor. Large multi-flue chimneys, formal living rooms built around a fireplace as a centerpiece, and premium finish expectations are the norm here. We do considerable work on custom cap and damper upgrades, chimney relining for homeowners installing modern wood or gas inserts into older fireboxes, and full annual maintenance programs for homeowners who want their chimney maintained on the same schedule as the rest of the house. The area's mature landscaping also means regular cap inspections to keep squirrels and birds from finding their way into an open flue.
Frequently Asked Questions
What animals commonly get into Nashville chimneys?
Squirrels, raccoons, and birds (especially chimney swifts) are the most common, particularly in neighborhoods with mature tree canopy.
Is it safe to just light a fire to scare an animal out?
No — this can seriously injure or kill the animal, create a dangerous panic response, and risks igniting nesting material. Safe removal should always come first.
Will you also install a cap so this doesn't happen again?
Yes — removal without capping the flue just invites the next animal in, so we always recommend pairing removal with a properly fitted cap.