Raccoon Removal Tips
Make no mistake. Raccoons are very destructive to property. They cause over $2 billion in damages annually. They can create holes in roofs and sidewalls that are very expensive to repair. Raccoons are always looking for food and a warm, dry place to sleep. If your home or outbuilding has any weakness a raccoon will find it.
Once a raccoon has found its way into your home you have a problem. Getting rid of a raccoon yourself can be a dangerous task. They can be very aggressive if cornered, so being cautious is critical. Raccoons carry diseases that can be transferred to humans or other animals. Raccoons have been known to be very vicious to attacking dogs. They will often try to kill any dog that confronts them. Simply put, raccoons are a danger to man and dogs as well as property.
It is important to routinely inspect the outside of your home for signs of wildlife destruction. Raccoons will require a larger hole to gain access to your attic so it will be more visible. As soon as you notice signs of destruction you need to take action to get rid of the critter.
The Best Way to Get Rid of a Raccoon
The best option to get rid of raccoons is trapping. If at all possible, a live trap should be used and once trapped, the animal should be relocated and released. However, in some cases a kill trap is required. The thing to remember is that the raccoon presents a danger to your property, your safety and your health.
Raccoon removal is something that is our specialty. We make every effort to use live traps to remove the animal. We also make sure all animals that have access to your attic or building are removed before attempting to repair the damage caused by the raccoons.
Word to the Wise: Don’t Try to do This Yourself
Catching and releasing wild animals can be dangerous if you don’t know what you are doing. That is why it’s best to hire a company with the proper training to trap and relocate the animal. You shouldn’t expose yourself to unnecessary risk. Here is an amateur release gone wrong.
Give us a call at: 816-453-0770. We can get rid of unwanted raccoons for you… Safely!