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How to Get Rid of Raccoons in Your Attic

How to Get Rid of Raccoons in Your Attic

A comprehensive guide to professional raccoon removal and prevention

⚠️ Important Safety Note

Raccoons can carry rabies and other diseases. Professional removal is strongly recommended. Do not attempt to trap or handle raccoons without proper training and equipment.

The Professional Removal Process

  1. 1

    Identify Entry Points

    A thorough inspection locates all areas where raccoons are entering your attic. We look for damage, gaps, and openings around vents, soffits, fascia, downspouts, and roof penetrations.

  2. 2

    Look for Holes & Damage

    Raccoons create and exploit holes in roofing, soffits, and vents. We document all damage and identify the main entry point used by the family group.

  3. 3

    Install One-Way Valve

    We place a one-way valve over the main entry point. This allows raccoons already inside to exit safely while preventing them from re-entering.

  4. 4

    Seal Secondary Openings

    All other entry points and openings are sealed with heavy-duty materials after the one-way valve is installed, ensuring no alternative escape routes exist.

  5. 5

    Set Humane Traps

    We deploy humane traps designed specifically for raccoons as backup to catch any remaining animals. Traps are checked regularly and animals are safely relocated.

  6. 6

    Clean & Restore Your Attic

    After removal is complete, we clean and restore your attic to eliminate bacteria, pheromones, and contamination that could attract new raccoons or pose health risks.

Professional Equipment & Materials

  • Metal Flashing - Heavy-duty protective barriers
  • Heavy Duty Caulk - Seal gaps and small openings
  • Flashing Cutters - Professional-grade cutting tools
  • Power Drill - For secure fastening
  • Screws with Washers - Permanent securing hardware
  • One-Way Valve - Humane exit mechanism sized for raccoons
  • Humane Traps - Large capacity traps designed for raccoons

Complete Attic Restoration

Our removal service includes thorough cleaning and restoration to eliminate feces, urine, nesting materials, and pheromone residue that attracts new raccoons and poses serious health risks to your family, including hantavirus and roundworm exposure.