{"id":26513,"date":"2024-03-19T23:43:57","date_gmt":"2024-03-19T23:43:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/crittercontro.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=26513"},"modified":"2026-01-23T10:47:39","modified_gmt":"2026-01-23T15:47:39","slug":"raccoon-prevention","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/blog\/raccoon-prevention\/","title":{"rendered":"Prevent Raccoons and Damage to your Property"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>It is a crisp, clear summer night. A full moon hangs bright white in the sky, and the stars seem to align just right, as you get ready to go to bed.<br><br>Just as you\u2019re cozying up, suddenly, you hear the sound of a scratching noise coming somewhere from the attic.<br><br>Feeling uneasy, you head toward the unfamiliar noise with a flashlight. And after a few minutes, meet with two neon-studded eyes of a raccoon glaring back at you.<br><br>What are your next steps? It is a crisp, clear summer night. A full moon hangs bright white in the sky, and the stars seem to align just right, as you get ready to go to bed.<br><br>Just as you\u2019re cozying up, suddenly, you hear the sound of a scratching noise coming from somewhere in the attic.<br><br>Feeling uneasy, you head toward the unfamiliar noise with a flashlight. And after a few minutes, meet with two neon-studded eyes of a raccoon glaring back at you.<br><br>What are your next steps?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-critter-white-smoke-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-we-get-rid-of-raccoons\">How We Get Rid of Raccoons<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"How to Get Rid of Raccoons | Professional Raccoon Removal | Critter Control\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/dpltbD27YDM?feature=oembed&#038;rel=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"VideoObject\",\n  \"name\": \"How to Get Rid of Raccoons - Professional Raccoon Removal\",\n  \"description\": \"Learn about the dangers of raccoons, how to identify signs of activity, professional raccoon removal, control options, and safe decontamination of raccoon waste.\",\n  \"thumbnailUrl\": \"https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/dpltbD27YDM\/default.jpg\",\n  \"uploadDate\": \"2019-01-25T19:33:35Z\",\n  \"duration\": \"PT3M34S\",\n  \"contentUrl\": \"https:\/\/youtu.be\/dpltbD27YDM?si=8py-coIqeiKwdMSa\",\n  \"embedUrl\": \"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dpltbD27YDM\",\n  \"hasPart\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Clip\",\n      \"name\": \"Dangers of Raccoons\",\n      \"startOffset\": 1,\n      \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=dpltbD27YDM&t=2s\"\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Clip\",\n      \"name\": \"Signs of Raccoons\",\n      \"startOffset\": 29,\n      \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=dpltbD27YDM?t=29\"\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Clip\",\n      \"name\": \"Raccoon Removal\",\n      \"startOffset\": 98,\n      \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=dpltbD27YDM&t=98\"\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Clip\",\n      \"name\": \"Raccoon Control\",\n      \"startOffset\": 127,\n      \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=dpltbD27YDM&t=127\"\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Clip\",\n      \"name\": \"Decontaminating Raccoon Waste\",\n      \"startOffset\": 155,\n      \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=dpltbD27YDM&t=155\"\n    }\n  ]\n}\n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-raccoons-nbsp-enter-your-home\">How Raccoons&nbsp;Enter Your Home<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00a0In recent years, more raccoons than ever are flocking to densely populated towns and cities. The lack of natural predators, the never-ending food supply, and the safety of our homes provide them with everything they need in order to survive.<br><br>The raccoon population has enjoyed an \u201castonishing\u201d surge over the past 80 years, according to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Raccoons-Natural-Samuel-I-Zeveloff\/dp\/1588340333\">zoologist Sam Zeveloff<\/a>. They\u2019re apparently at highest density in the suburbs, but they appear to be also growing in cities.\u00a0<br><br>Raccoons may at first look furry and cute, but don&#8217;t let their exterior fool you. They are smart, curious, and extremely determined to do anything to make<a href=\"\/wildlife\/raccoons\/raccoons-in-houses\/\"> your house their den site<\/a>.<br><br>There are many ways a raccoon can break into your home, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tore open the soffit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open the vent hole<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tore open walls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Roof vents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Roof edge<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Crawl Spaces<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open doors and windows<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chimney<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Basement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pet doors<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-dangers-of-raccoons-in-the-home-nbsp\">Dangers of Raccoons in the Home&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Raccoons are pesky critters that can wreak havoc on your healthy living space and environment.<br><br>If spotted in your home, avoid interacting with them at all costs. You may want to contact a professional wildlife removal company like Critter Control immediately.<br><br>To protect your family from diseases and other parasites raccoons often carry, it&#8217;s important to be aware of some of the risks and signs to watch out for.<br><br>Below are a few of the health risks associated with raccoons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Raccoons are known to be carriers of zoonotic diseases such as leptospirosis and rabies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Their feces can contain roundworm eggs that can be spread to humans or pets.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once inside your home, raccoons can breed and spread more harmful diseases. &nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Furthermore, in the very little time they are in your house, raccoons are capable of destroying your insulation and scavenging on just about anything they find. <span style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">Attics,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/blog\/raccoon-chimney-portland\/\" target=\"_blank\">chimneys<\/a>, and sheds offer them the warmth and shelter, making it an ideal place to mate, raise families, and keep out of the cold.<\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-keep-raccoons-away\">How to Keep Raccoons Away<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Similar to humans and most other animals, raccoons have three basic needs for survival: food, water, and shelter. Your home provides many opportunities for each.<br><br>Here are a few factors that make your home attractive to raccoons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Food<\/strong>: Easily accessible food through feeders, fallen fruits, and trash cans<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Shelter<\/strong>: Woodland environments are their natural and preferable shelters because they mimic their natural environments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mating<\/strong>: During Springtime, female raccoons look for a safe space (warm and dark areas) to raise her young.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Ultimately, the best way to protect your property is through prevention. Here are a few measures you can take to keep raccoons away.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-install-chimney-caps-nbsp\">Install Chimney Caps&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Chimneys are raccoons&#8217; standard route of entry. They are naturally attracted to nesting spots that are warm, safe, and secluded for protection. If your home has a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/wildlife\/raccoons\/raccoons-in-chimneys\/\">chimney<\/a>, installing a cap can help prevent raccoons from entering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-landscape-your-yard-nbsp\">Landscape Your Yard&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Raccoons are infamous nightcrawlers that target suburb roofs. Your roof is more accessible to raccoons with lots of overhanging trees and branches. Trimming or removing these kinds of trees can make it harder for raccoons to climb onto your roof and enter or damage your attic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-protect-your-trash-nbsp\">Protect Your Trash&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/wildlife\/raccoons\/raccoons-in-trash\/\">Raccoons can\u2019t resist trash<\/a>, so you\u2019ll need multiple strategies in this area.&nbsp;Secure non-locking trash can lids with bungee cords or cinder blocks. Double-bag waste meat items to reduce the odor. If possible, keep trash in your garage at night, and bring it out for pick-up only.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-fence-the-garden-nbsp\">Fence the Garden&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Since raccoons are skilled climbers, the most effective fence to install is electric. Use a 2-wire electric fence, placing wires 6 and 12 inches above ground. Set the fence on a timer set to run only after dark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-remove-food-nbsp\">Remove Food&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Just like most pets, raccoons can&#8217;t resist the smell of nearby food. Gather any rotten produce or fallen fruit in veggie gardens or laying in the grass. Bring bird feeders indoors at night or hang them in a spot that isn\u2019t accessible to raccoons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-keep-pets-secured-nbsp\">Keep Pets Secured&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaking of food, place pet food inside overnight for your pets as well. Raccoons carry rabies and other diseases that can be passed along to your furry friend. Make sure to routinely give your pets their shots to help protect them from raccoons&#8217; parasites.<br><br>When it comes to raccoons, you first have to get them out to keep them out. If you&#8217;re worried about the dangers of raccoons near you, call Critter Control today for a free inspection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It is a crisp, clear summer night. A full moon hangs bright white in the sky, and the stars seem to align just right, as you get ready to go to bed. Just as you\u2019re cozying up, suddenly, you hear the sound of a scratching noise coming somewhere from the attic. 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