Experts in raccoon extermination
Refuse to be invaded by raccoons!
Raccoons are generally classified as a pest species because of their lifestyle habits in human dwellings. The most common complaints are:
- Raccoons living in the attic
- Raccoons living in the chimney
- They tip over and empty the garbage cans
- They steal your pets’ food and bird seeds
- Raccoons are potentially carriers of disease and rabies
- Dangerous presence for your dogs and pets
For these reasons, capturing raccoons and relocating them to a suitable location is necessary. A raccoon infestation is a very common problem, but the work is often complex.
Why are they a concern and a nuisance?
The cold season comes, the raccoon seeks refuge in a warm and quiet place. It is perfectly capable of climbing a tree, the gutter, sometimes the wall of the house in order to reach the roof of your house. He will then take advantage of a weakness of the soil to dig his hole, tear materials and insulation and settle in the chimney or attic until spring.
They often break down mosquito nets on porches to get pet food. It is very common for raccoons to defecate in your pool.
They are agile and strong animals, and once inside your attic, they tear off insulating wool, tear air exchanger pipes, tear pipe insulation, etc.
How to recognize raccoons and what is their life cycle?
Raccoons are easy to recognize with their distinctive black mask and tail. Adults weigh about 10 to 15 pounds, but some can grow to more than 40 pounds. They can live up to 12 years in the wild, although the average life is 5-6 years.
Raccoons mate in winter, around December, and females give birth to an average of 3-5 pups. A mother raccoon is very protective of her litter, usually born in early spring in early May.
Like many mammals, they are mostly nocturnal, although some people spot them during the day, often when they are foraging. They are omnivores, and eat just about anything they can get from their cunning hands.
What is their behavior
They are widespread animals, especially in urban areas. They adapted very well to survive in cities. They are excellent climbers, and they have very agile hands. They are also strong, and they often explore, tearing up new open areas in search of food and shelter. They like to sleep in trees, but they also like to sleep in attics.
Consequences for human beings
They often carry rabies, a potentially fatal disease like Distemper’s disease, which can kill your dog. Distemper is a viral disease, which affects the digestive, respiratory and central nervous system in dogs.
Their feces may contain “roundworms” which are worms and “spores” that humans can breathe in and become severely infected.
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What are the possible treatments for a raccoon invasion problem?
You can find repellents, such as mothballs or urine-based repellents, but it doesn’t always work permanently. The only real way to get rid of raccoons is to capture and relocate these pest animals and repair entry points to prevent them from returning in the future.
If you have raccoons in your attic, it is important to hire a professional exterminator so that they can retrieve them, as they will die inside the attic.
Exterminators can help you identify the places of circulation of the undesirable. You can then install a trap with bait that will allow the capture and relocation of the raccoon that you can release into its natural habitat far from urban areas and human habitat.
Tips to prevent a raccoon infestation
The raccoon appreciates the presence of man, some even let themselves be “tamed,” while the latter considers this large rodent as a fearful nonchalant who does not disturb anyone. However, we recommend that you consider these points:
- The raccoon defends itself if it feels threatened and its reactions are unpredictable;
- He eats strawberries, raspberries, blueberries and crushes the plants in the garden;
- He rummages through the garbage, knocks them over and you will pick up the damage;
- It is a potential carrier of diseases such as rabies, scabies, distemper and various parasites such as lice, ticks and fleas.
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A visit from our exterminator is a must
You are not sure if they are squirrels, call professional exterminators who are equipped to deal with this kind of problem:
- Efficient exterminators with recognized know-how (registered, licensed, insured and guaranteed)
- Outstanding customer service;
- A personalized treatment of optimal guarantee according to your situation;
- Preventive advice (instructions for bed bug prevention)
- A free quote followed by a detailed analysis report.
- High-end equipment (unidentified vehicles for total discretion)
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