Raccoon Removal & Raccoon Trapping

Signs of raccoons in your attic, crawl space or yard

Raccoons are noisy and strong, so they usually leave clear signs:

• Loud thumping or walking sounds in the attic at night
• Torn roof vents, shingles or crawl space screens
• Raccoons living under the deck or house
• Tipped trash cans and scattered garbage
• Rolled-back lawn or sod where they dig for grubs

Raccoon removal: how we get rid of raccoons

We get rid of raccoons in three steps: humane raccoon trapping, removal, then repair. Raccoon trapping is done under our CA Trapper License TP-10631 and in line with California rules for handling wildlife.

Once the animals are out, we repair the way in: crawl space covers, vents and roof gaps. A raccoon that finds its old den sealed moves on.

Why you shouldn't trap a raccoon yourself

Trapping a raccoon yourself puts you, your family and your pets at risk. Raccoons can bite and scratch when cornered, especially a mother protecting her young.

Raccoon droppings can carry parasites and disease, so they should be handled with protection. California also regulates how wildlife may be trapped, handled and released, which is why this work belongs with a licensed trapper.

Raccoon damage and cleanup

Raccoons tear insulation, ducts and vent screens and leave droppings and nesting behind. After removal and sealing, we clean up the area. See attic & crawl space cleanup.

Keeping raccoons out for good

Keeping raccoons out comes down to removing what attracts them and closing the way in:

• Keep trash cans closed with secure lids.
• Bring pet food in at night.
• Keep crawl space covers and vent screens in good repair.
• Trim branches that give access to the roof.
• Have damaged areas sealed with hardware cloth or metal flashing.