Getting rid of raccoons

Raccoon Removal CT : Getting Rid of a Raccoon in your attic

Raccoons prefer to invade three spots on human structures. Number one is the attic, raccoon removal from the attic can be a challenge. Especially so In spring when young raccoons are present. Mother raccoons are very aggressive when defending their young. I find it best to find her nesting spot without disturbing her and her young. I use a FLIR infra red scope to find the nest. First step in raccoon removal is capturing the mother, before going hands on to remove the young. If the mother raccoon is disturbed she will move the young into the hardest to reach spot of the attic.(Murphy’s law) It is best to remove the mother raccoon first. Number two is chimneys (see below) and number three is crawl spaces under homes.

Damage caused by Raccoons

Most of the damage caused by raccoons occurs during early spring. Female raccoons are looking for a safe place to give birth and raise their young. A raccoon that was born in a house will give birth in a house, it is all they know. this is the reason why Raccoon removal Killingworth is so common. Raccoons damage Soffits, attic vents, chimney caps, mushroom vents, ridge caps, shingles and even plywood is not safe from a raccoons attempt to break in. furthermore when the raccoon gains access to the attic they will damage insulation, wires, and even break your central air to point it at their nest (I have seen this). Raccoon droppings can contain Raccoon Roundworm eggs. Raccoons can be a carrier of diseases such as Canine Distemper and rabies.

Getting rid of raccoons in your chimney.

Depending on the age of the young, raccoons in the chimney can be dealt with in two ways. We either trap and remove the raccoon mother, then open the flue and grab the babies by hand, or we use eviction paste or fluid to encourage the mother raccoon to relocate her young. The eviction paste is male raccoon scents and droppings. It is smeared on top of the chimney so the mother raccoon gets it on her fur. She will smell male raccoon all over the place and it will make her think a male has found her den site and litter. Male raccoons kill young raccoons. The mother raccoon will likely do the raccoon removal herself within 72 hours at most. Below is a picture of a raccoon eviction working instantly in Old Saybrook CT when a mother raccoon had her nest above a children’s play area.

Raccoons are a Rabies Vector Species

Raccoons are considered a rabies vector species in CT. Like bats, all this means is they are on top of the list of possible carriers of rabies. furthermore Back in the early 1990’s the Northeast had a massive rabies outbreak, because of this laws were changed. It’s illegal to trap and relocate Killingworth raccoons in Connecticut. By law a raccoon can be released at the capture site, if not it must be humanly euthanized. breaking the law and releasing raccoons will result in a hefty fine, possible jail time and guaranteed loss of my NWCO license. Raccoons can also carry Leptospirosis, and Raccoon roundworm (Baylisascaris infection).

Emergency Raccoon Removal Killingworth

Raccoons are mostly nocturnal and sleep during the day. The exception to this rule is when a mother raccoon has a litter to feed. Raccoons are smart and can learn when it is low tide or what street has garbage picked up tomarrow. Below is a picture of a sick raccoon I captured with a catchpole out of a koi pond in Old Lyme. This raccoon appeared to have distemper, but rabies is not out of the question. The raccoon never contacted people or pets so was not tested after the raccoon removal. High fever drove it to the water source which is common with distemper. Usually these raccoons pass out and drown when trying to cool off. If you see a raccoon not acting right during the day it is best to stay away, call us 203-900-7559 or your local police department for raccoon removal CT.

Raccoons (Procyon lotor) are a common nuisance animal in Connecticut, and they can cause damage to property and pose a potential health risk to humans and pets. Here are some steps you can take to get rid of raccoons in Connecticut:

1. Secure your garbage cans: Raccoons are attracted to food, so make sure your garbage cans have tight-fitting lids that are secured with bungee cords or other locking mechanisms. Keep your garbage cans in a secure location until trash pickup day.
2. Remove other food sources: Raccoons will eat just about anything, so remove any other potential food sources from your property, such as pet food or bird feeders.
3. Seal entry points: Raccoons can enter your home through small openings or gaps in your roof, walls, or foundation. Seal these entry points with wire mesh or other materials to prevent raccoons from getting inside.
4. Install motion-activated lights and sprinklers: Raccoons are nocturnal animals and are often scared off by bright lights or sudden bursts of water. Install motion-activated lights and sprinklers around your property to deter raccoons.
5. Use humane trapping: If you have a persistent raccoon problem, you may need to use humane trapping methods. Contact a licensed wildlife control professional who can safely trap and remove the raccoons from your property.

It’s important to remember that raccoons are wild animals and can be dangerous if cornered or threatened. Always exercise caution and contact a professional if you are unsure how to handle a raccoon problem on your own.