Raccoon Control

Raccoons can be a serious nuisance if they invade your property, especially in Jacksonville’s urban and suburban neighborhoods. Wildlife and Pest Control Experts provide comprehensive raccoon control services to remove these pests safely and effectively while preventing future invasions.

Signs of a Raccoon Problem

Raccoons are resourceful and can cause significant damage to your home or property. Some common signs of a raccoon problem include:

• Tipped-over Trash Cans: Raccoons are notorious for scavenging through garbage, leaving a mess behind.
• Loud Noises in Attics or Crawl Spaces: Raccoons often make their homes in attics or under homes, where you might hear thumping, scratching, or vocalizations.
• Tracks and Droppings: Raccoon tracks have a distinctive hand-like shape. You may also find their droppings near food sources or entry points.
• Torn Roof Shingles or Vents: Raccoons can cause structural damage by tearing into roofs, soffits, or vents to gain access to attics or crawl spaces.
• Visible Nests or Dens: Raccoons build nests in hidden spaces, such as attics, chimneys, or under porches.

If you notice any of these signs, it’s time to act. Raccoons can carry diseases such as rabies and can damage your home if not properly removed.

Our Raccoon Control Services

At Wildlife and Pest Control Experts, we take a humane and effective approach to raccoon control. We offer the following services:

• Thorough Inspection: We perform a detailed inspection of your property to identify raccoon activity, entry points, and nesting areas.
• Humane Trapping and Removal: Our team uses safe and humane traps to capture raccoons and relocate them away from your property in compliance with local wildlife laws.
• Damage Repair and Prevention: After the raccoons are removed, we repair any damage they may have caused, such as torn vents or shingles. We also seal entry points to prevent future infestations.
• Odor and Contamination Removal: Raccoons can leave behind waste and odors that can attract other pests. We clean and sanitize affected areas to eliminate any traces of the animals.

Why Are Raccoons Common in Jacksonville?

Jacksonville’s mix of wooded areas, residential neighborhoods, and its proximity to waterways make it an ideal habitat for raccoons. The availability of food and shelter draws raccoons into suburban and urban areas, especially in fall and winter when they seek warm places to nest.

Raccoons are particularly active at night and will exploit any easy food source, including pet food, bird feeders, and unsecured trash bins.

Protecting Your Jacksonville Property from Raccoons

Preventing raccoon infestations starts with securing your property. Here are a few tips we recommend:

• Secure Trash and Food Sources: Use raccoon-proof trash cans and avoid leaving pet food or birdseed outside overnight.
• Seal Entry Points: Ensure that your attic, chimneys, and vents are properly sealed to prevent raccoons from entering.
• Maintain Your Yard: Trim tree branches away from your roofline and remove any debris or wood piles where raccoons could nest.

Our team is experienced in helping Jacksonville homeowners safeguard their properties from these clever animals.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• Is raccoon removal safe for my pets?
  Yes, our methods are safe for pets. We use humane traps and ensure that they are placed in areas where your pets won’t access them.
• What happens if I ignore a raccoon problem?
  Ignoring raccoons can lead to further property damage, contamination from raccoon droppings, and potential health risks such as rabies or leptospirosis.
• How long does it take to remove raccoons?
  The process can depend on the severity of the infestation and the trapping process.

If you’re dealing with raccoons on your Jacksonville property, contact Wildlife and Pest Control Experts for safe, humane, and reliable raccoon control services. Let us protect your home from unwanted wildlife!