Shawn Griffith with Home Seal - Palm Coast Local Fourteenth Business Insider

Shawn Griffith was born in Reading, Pennsylvania — but “home” was never a word he could hold onto. His childhood played out across a shifting map of foster homes and institutional group settings, the kind most people don’t talk about 

In a world where other kids had nightlights and storytime with family dinners, Shawn had silence — and solitude. He found what comfort he could in the forgotten corners of the world: quiet alleys, public parks, and patches of overgrown woods near the group homes. Nature, at least, didn’t ask questions.

One day, while playing behind a building with another child, they stumbled upon a stray mother cat curled protectively around a litter of kittens nursing. At first glance, it was a rare moment of sweetness. But then Shawn noticed something off — one of the kittens wasn’t eating.

He knelt beside it, gently nudging the tiny body toward its mother. Nothing. He tried again. Still nothing.

That was the moment it hit him — the kitten wasn’t asleep. It was gone.

It was his first real experience with death — quiet, sudden, and irreversible. A lesson not taught in school books, but one he carries with him even today.

At 14, Shawn was adopted — a turning point that changed everything. With stability came the chance to thrive. In high school, he joined the wrestling team. But for Shawn, wrestling was never just an after-school activity.

Wrestling gave him discipline. The physical challenge kept him grounded. Wins boosted his confidence and resilience. Alongside the sport, he began lifting weights — not just to build muscle, but to take control, maybe for the first time. Every sore muscle, every early morning, every drop of sweat was something he took pride in.

So when he crossed the graduation stage — cap on, diploma in hand — it wasn’t just about finishing school. It was proof. Proof that even after a childhood with up's and downs, he had not only survived, but grown. He found a family that loved him, and he had become someone who could love and lead in return.

Today, Shawn has been married for seven years. After finding his way to Palm Coast, he combined his deep respect for the wild with a drive to protect them and others — and out of that passion, Home Seal, LLC was founded,

Determined to do it right, Shawn earned his Limited Commercial Wildlife Management License, and got to work. His mission was simple: to help homeowners protect their property — without harming the creatures trying to share their space. Whether it’s bats in an attic, raccoons in a roofline, opossums under a deck, or squirrels nesting in crawl spaces, Shawn doesn’t just remove them — he rescues them.

Today, he collaborates with local wildlife rehabilitators and rescue services whenever possible, ensuring the animals he extracts are relocated safely and responsibly. Home Seal isn’t just a business — it’s a purpose in motion. It’s the result of a life that’s been anything but ordinary, built by someone who knows what it feels like to be cast aside, and who now makes a living giving second chances to the vulnerable. 

And in every attic, every crawlspace, every frightened animal he encounters, Shawn finds a little piece of that boy he used to be — the one who knelt beside a lifeless kitten and decided that if he could help, he would.

Now, you might be wondering — why hire Shawn to remove unwanted wildlife from your property?

Sure, there are plenty of companies out there that can trap or euthanize then remove an animal. But with Shawn, it’s never just about removal. What sets Home Seal apart — and what keeps the phone ringing — is the way he approaches every job with care, thoroughness, and integrity.

When he’s called out to a home, Shawn doesn’t just catch the animal and move on. He takes his time. He checks for babies — because in many cases, there are young ones tucked away in a dark corner of the attic or under a foundation. Leaving them behind isn’t an option. He knows that every creature matters, and if there’s a way to keep a family together, he finds it.

Once the animals are safely and humanely removed, that’s where most companies would stop. But for Shawn, that’s just part one. He then gets to work sealing entry points, installing protective barriers, and making sure the space isn’t vulnerable to the next curious visitor. His goal isn’t just to solve the problem — it’s to make sure it doesn’t happen again.

With a grin, Shawn says, “I usually never get a call back from that customer — but they sure like to tell their friends and neighbors about us.”

That’s the kind of reputation you can’t buy. It’s earned — job by job, home by home, animal by animal. His reviews are heartfelt from customers thanking him while Shawn gives the homeowner a sense of pride with peace of mind.

When you hire Shawn, you're not just hiring someone to handle a nuisance. You're calling on someone who understands that even the most inconvenient intruders are just looking for shelter — and that solving the problem doesn’t mean treating wildlife like the enemy. It means finding a solution that respects the animal and protects the homeowner.

Because that’s what Home Seal is really about: compassion with a plan. Integrity with a ladder. And the kind of service that people can’t help but talk about — long after the raccoons or squirrls have been evicted.

Shawn will be the first to tell you — there’s one exception to his usual mission of rescue and relocation: rats.

As much as he respects all creatures, when it comes to a full-blown rat infestation, the priority has to shift. “First and foremost, we have to protect the home and the people living in it,” he explains. "If a safe, humane removal isn’t possible, especially if the infestation poses a health risk then swift, effective action becomes necessary."

It’s not an easy decision, but it’s a responsible one.

Even then, Shawn approaches the situation with respect for life and a deep sense of duty. His goal is never to cause harm without reason — only to restore balance, safety, and peace of mind to the families who trust him with their homes.

Because compassion doesn’t mean avoiding hard choices — it means making them with care.

Shawn Griffith’s story isn’t just one of survival — it’s one of choosing integrity over shortcuts, compassion over convenience, and purpose over comfort.

From a boy who once wandered alleyways looking for a sense of belonging to a man who now helps both people and animals find their place again, Shawn’s life has come full circle.

Shawn didn’t just build a business — he built a calling. One rooted in respect for life, no matter how small, and a commitment to doing the right thing, even when no one’s watching.

Every attic he climbs into, every frightened animal he gently removes, every homeowner he reassures — it all reflects the quiet strength of someone who knows what it’s like to be overlooked, and who’s made it his mission to make sure no one — and nothing — gets left behind.

In a world that often chooses the fast fix, Shawn chooses the thoughtful one.

And in doing so, he’s proven something powerful:
You don’t need a perfect past to build a meaningful life.
You just need heart, hard work, and the courage to care.

Because the greatest success stories aren’t always the loudest — sometimes, they begin in silence… and end in service.