Wildlife
Raccoons: identification & raccoon removal
Raccoons tear open roof lines and chimneys to den, often with young in spring. Removal must account for kits, followed by heavy-gauge exclusion, latrine cleanup and disinfection.
How to identify raccoons
- What it looks like
- Stocky gray-brown mammal with a black facial mask and a ringed tail.
- Size
- 20 to 35 pounds
- Where you'll find it
- Attics, chimneys, crawl spaces, decks, sheds and storm drains.
- Commonly confused with
- Opossums are lighter with a hairless tail and pointed white face.
Signs of raccoons in your home
- Heavy thumping overhead at night
- Torn soffits or ripped shingles
- Tipped trash cans
- Latrine piles of droppings in the attic
Raccoons questions homeowners ask
Are raccoons in the attic dangerous?
Yes — droppings can carry roundworm, and mothers defend their young. Removal and cleanup should be professional.
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