Pine martens and stone martens in the Val-de-Marne

Capture and removal of pine martens and stone martens settled in lofts, ducting or under vehicle bonnets, with access sealing to prevent any return.

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The essentials at a glance

Stone martens and pine martens are protected species: they aren't destroyed, they're excluded. The job consists of locating the ways in, getting the animal out without trapping it in the loft, then permanently sealing the entry points and disinfecting the contaminated areas. AntinuisiblePro treats lofts, roofs and outbuildings across the Val-de-Marne, within the legal framework.

AntinuisiblePro handles your Pine martens and stone martens in Champigny-sur-Marne and across the whole Val-de-Marne (94). Discover our service and pick your town.

Capture and removal of pine martens and stone martens settled in lofts, ducting or under vehicle bonnets, with access sealing to prevent any return.

How to recognise signs of pine martens or stone martens

  • Nocturnal running, jumping and scratching noises in lofts or ducting
  • Elongated (pointed) droppings and a musky scent deposit in passageways
  • Chewed cables, pipes or insulation, sometimes causing breakdowns or fires
  • Remains of prey (bones, feathers, fruit) and a nest in loft or duct insulation

Why you should not let pine martens and stone martens settle

Pine martens and stone martens settle in lofts, ducting and under vehicle bonnets. They chew cables and pipes (fire risk, breakdowns or high repair costs) and mark their territory with a persistent scent deposit that attracts other individuals. Their capture is regulated and requires specific expertise.

The pine martens and stone martens we treat

  • The stone marten (Martes foina): the most common in urban areas, it settles into lofts, attics and roof spaces.
  • The pine marten (Martes martes), more of a woodland animal, found on the edges of forests.
  • The young, born in spring, particularly noisy in the loft around weaning time.
  • The tell-tale signs: food caches, twisted droppings, torn insulation, severed car hoses.

Understanding pine martens and stone martens better

The stone marten is a small nocturnal carnivore of around 1.5 kg, able to slip through an opening of 5 to 6 cm and climb up a drainpipe or a tree. It is highly territorial and marks its domain with its scent: an entry point simply blocked up without treating the scent attracts a new individual, which reopens the way in. It builds up food caches, tears up insulation to make its nest, and severs vehicle hoses and cables — a well-documented marking behaviour. The decisive legal point: the stone marten and the pine marten are protected species, and killing them is regulated by law. The only lawful and lasting approach is exclusion followed by sealing the ways in.

Our method against pine martens and stone martens

  1. Inspection of lofts, ducting and access points to identify the species
  2. Setting adapted traps and capture in compliance with regulations
  3. Sealing of access points (roof, soffits, ducting) to prevent any return
  4. Cleaning and neutralising territorial scent marks

When should you call a professional?

Call a professional at the first night-time noises in the loft — running, objects rolling, calls — or if you find torn insulation, a strong smell, or severed vehicle cables. Don't try to trap or kill the animal: it's illegal. And never seal an entry point without being certain the loft is empty: you'd shut the animal, or even a litter, inside — with all the health consequences that entails.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Trapping or killing the animal: stone martens and pine martens are protected, and these acts are prohibited by law.
  • Blocking the way in without checking the loft is empty, shutting the animal or a litter inside.
  • Sealing the entrances without treating the scent marking: the smell attracts a new individual, which reopens the way in.
  • Fitting ultrasonic repellents or mothballs: no lasting effect on a territorial animal.

Preventing the return of pine martens and stone martens

  • Block access to lofts and ducting from autumn onwards
  • Protect cables under the bonnet of vehicles parked outdoors
  • Eliminate accessible food sources (bins, fallen fruit, pet food)

Our results guarantee

A successful treatment isn't judged on the day itself but a few weeks later. That's why we schedule a follow-up inspection and come back at no cost if the pest reappears during the guarantee period.

How much does a Pine martens and stone martens cost?

The price always depends on the survey: type of pest, surface area, level of infestation, accessibility and the number of visits required. We publish indicative price ranges in full transparency, and every quote is free, itemised and with no obligation.

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Frequently asked questions about Pine martens and stone martens

Do you need authorisation to capture a stone marten?

The capture of pine martens and stone martens is governed by French regulations (seasons, methods, protected species). Our technicians know these rules and apply compliant methods, with release or removal depending on the situation.

Are you allowed to kill a stone marten?

No. The stone marten and the pine marten are protected species and killing them is regulated. The only approach that is both lawful and effective is exclusion: you let the animal leave, then permanently seal the ways in and treat the scent marking so that another one doesn't move in.

How do I tell whether it's a stone marten or a rat in my loft?

The noise settles it: a stone marten makes a real racket — running, objects being moved, calls — whereas rats and mice make more discreet scratching sounds. So do the droppings: twisted and 8 to 10 cm long for a stone marten, nothing like a rodent's. Insulation torn up into a nest and the presence of a food cache confirm it. Our survey settles it on site, and the treatment is completely different.

How do I stop a stone marten coming back?

By sealing every opening larger than 5 cm — roof verges, displaced tiles, gutter gaps, dormer windows — after making sure the loft is empty, and by treating the scent marking. We follow up by disinfecting the contaminated areas and removing the contaminated insulation, which would otherwise remain a draw for the next individual.

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How your Pine martens and stone martens works, step by step

Every job follows the same sequence, from your first call through to the follow-up inspection. You know exactly what will happen in your home before we arrive.

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Free inspection

We identify the pest, the extent of the infestation and its access points.

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Detailed quote

A transparent, no-obligation quote suited to your situation.

03

Targeted treatment

Approved, safe treatments applied by certified technicians.

04

Follow-up & prevention

Control visit and advice to prevent any return.

Why trust AntinuisiblePro with your Pine martens and stone martens

Certified technicians

Our technicians are fully trained and hold the Certibiocide certification, which is mandatory for applying professional-use biocidal products.

A local company

Based in Champigny-sur-Marne, we cover the whole of the Val-de-Marne. One point of contact, always reachable, who knows the area inside out.

A results guarantee

If the pest comes back within the guarantee period, we return at no extra cost until it is completely eradicated.

Discretion and traceability

Unmarked vehicles, discreet visits, and a detailed report after every call-out — essential for business customers.

Pine martens and stone martens near you

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