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Wildlife Control
Expert Raccoon Removal
Intelligent, destructive, and they won't leave on their own.
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Rabies Risk - Don't Approach
Why Raccoons Are Dangerous
🦠 Rabies Carriers
A primary rabies carrier — never approach or corner one.
🪱 Roundworm Disease
Droppings contain Baylisascaris roundworm eggs that cause serious neurological illness in humans.
😤 Aggressive Behavior
Mother raccoons are fiercely protective and will attack pets and humans when cornered.
💪 Incredible Strength
Strong enough to tear off shingles, rip apart soffits, and break through vent covers.
Identify Your Pest
Northern Raccoon
Size: 24–38 inches long, 10–30 lbs
Color: Gray/brown fur with black face mask and ringed tail
Key Fact: Nocturnal with dexterous front paws; can open complex locks and latches
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Prepare for Your Appointment
1
Secure All Trash Cans & Compost Bins
Use locking lids or bungee cords on all garbage and compost containers to eliminate easy food sources.
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Bring Pet Food Indoors
Remove all outdoor pet food and water bowls — one of the top attractants drawing raccoons to your property.
3
Note Entry Points & Activity Times
Write down where raccoons enter/exit and what times of night they're most active.
4
Photograph Damage to Roof & Soffits
Take photos of torn shingles, damaged soffits, or ripped vent covers so your technician can prioritize repairs.
5
Don't Attempt to Trap Yourself
Raccoons can be aggressive and carry rabies. Leave trapping to licensed professionals.
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Ensure Crawl Space & Attic Are Accessible
Clear items blocking access to your crawl space entrance and attic hatch for a thorough inspection.
Your technician will guide you on arrival.
🔍 Did You Know?
Signs of Raccoon Activity
Overturned trash cans, torn soffit or roof vents, large droppings on your roof or deck, and scratching sounds in the attic at night are all common signs. Raccoons also leave muddy paw prints near entry points and on downspouts.
What Attracts Them to Your Home
Unsecured garbage, pet food left outdoors, fallen fruit, bird feeders, and open compost bins are top attractants. Raccoons also seek warm attic spaces for denning, especially in spring when raising their young.
Health and Property Risks
Raccoons are a primary rabies carrier and their droppings contain Baylisascaris roundworm, which causes serious neurological illness in humans. They tear up insulation, chew wiring creating fire hazards, and cause thousands of dollars in attic and roof damage.
Where They Den on Your Property
Attics are the most common nesting site—raccoons enter through damaged soffits, roof vents, and gaps where the roof meets the fascia. They also den in chimneys, crawl spaces, under decks, and in garages with open access.
Seasonal Patterns
Raccoon break-ins peak in late winter and early spring when females seek warm, protected spaces to give birth. Babies are born in March through May, and a mother with kits in your attic won't leave until they're mobile—typically 8 to 10 weeks.
When to Call a Professional
If you hear sounds in your attic, find torn roofing or vent damage, or see raccoons on your property regularly, call a professional immediately. DIY trapping is illegal in many areas, and sealing entry points without checking for babies inside can create a destructive emergency.
✅ What You Can Do
Secure Your Trash
Use heavy-duty cans with locking lids or bungee cords. Raccoons easily flip standard lids.
Remove Pet Food
Never leave pet food or water bowls outside overnight — it's one of the top raccoon attractants.
Install Motion Lights
Motion-activated lights and sprinklers startle raccoons and discourage return visits.
Trim Overhanging Branches
Cut branches within 10 feet of your roof. Raccoons use them as highways to your attic.
Reinforce Vents & Soffits
Cover attic vents with heavy-gauge galvanized steel mesh. Raccoons tear through lightweight screening easily.
Eliminate Outdoor Food Sources
Pick up fallen fruit, secure compost bins, and clean up birdseed spills. Consistent food trains raccoons to visit nightly.
⚠️ What to Avoid
Don't Approach or Corner Them
Raccoons can be aggressive when cornered, especially mothers with babies. They carry rabies and roundworm.
Don't Use Poison
Poisoning raccoons is illegal in California and creates serious risks for pets, children, and other wildlife.
Don't Seal Entries Without Checking
Sealing entry points with raccoons still inside — especially babies — creates a desperate, destructive situation.
Don't Feed Them
Even unintentionally — bird feeders, fallen fruit, and compost piles attract raccoons and teach them your home is a food source.
Damage Raccoons Cause
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Attic Destruction
Tear up insulation, damage ductwork, and create contaminated latrine areas.
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Fire Hazards
Chew on electrical wiring, creating serious fire risks in walls and attics.
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Roof Damage
Tear off shingles and fascia boards, causing water leaks and expensive repairs.
Our Raccoon Removal Process
1
Full Property Inspection
Identify all entry points, nesting areas, and assess damage extent.
2
Humane Trapping
Live traps with daily checks and humane relocation.
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Professional Exclusion
Heavy-duty screening and sealing with materials that resist raccoon re-entry.
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Cleanup & Repair
Sanitize affected areas and repair structural damage.
Humane & Legal Methods
Fully compliant with California wildlife regulations.
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Live Trapping Only
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