Raccoon Removal |Safe Wildlife Control
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Professional Raccoon Removal Servicesfor Your Home
Raccoons are intelligent and persistent wild animals that can cause major damage when they enter homes or businesses. As common nuisance wildlife, raccoons often nest in attics, crawl spaces, chimneys, and sheds, where they can stay for a long time and create costly problems. At Global Pest Management, our wildlife removal services are designed to safely remove raccoons and prevent them from returning.
If you’re dealing with a raccoon problem, acting quickly is essential to protect your property and health.
Why RaccoonsAre a Serious Problem
Raccoons can create serious issues for property owners. Once inside, they tear insulation, chew through electric wires, and contaminate areas with droppings and urine. Raccoons are also known for their strength and dexterity, allowing them to open containers, vents, and small entry points.
A raccoon problem can lead to:
- Damage to insulation, ductwork, and electrical wiring
- Fire hazards from chewed electric wires
- Health risks from raccoon dropping, droppings and urine
- Noise disturbances and structural damage
- Contamination that can spread disease to pets and family members
Because raccoons are strong and can resist standard pest control companies methods, professional wildlife control experts are often needed to handle the infestation properly.
Signs You Need Raccoon Removal
Recognizing the signs of a wildlife problem early can help prevent more extensive damage. Look for:
- Loud noises in the attic or ceiling at night
- Torn shingles or damaged roof vents
- Raccoon dropping or droppings near entry points
- Nesting materials like insulation, leaves, or debris
- Strong odors from hidden nesting areas
- Visible tracks or grease marks around entry points
These signs often indicate a wild animal has established a nesting site and may have returned night after night.
Our Wildlife Removal Process
At Global Pest Management, our removal services use a safe and effective approach to handle wildlife problems. Our process ensures thorough removal and long-term prevention.
- Inspection and Assessment: We inspect your home interior and exterior to identify entry points, nesting sites, and the extent of the infestation.
- Safe Animal Removal: Our team will safely remove raccoons and other wildlife using proven humane methods that prioritize safety for your family and pets.
- Exclusion and Entry Point Sealing: We seal openings to prevent raccoons from returning, using professional-grade materials and techniques.
- Dead Animal Removal: We also handle dead animal removal as part of our comprehensive animal removal services, ensuring proper disposal and sanitization.
- Damage Assessment and Recommendations: We evaluate damage and suggest necessary repairs, including insulation replacement, electrical repairs, and structural fixes.
- Sanitization and Decontamination: We clean and sanitize areas affected by droppings and urine to reduce health risks.
- Ongoing Monitoring: Follow-up services help ensure long-term protection and confirm that wildlife has not returned.
Common Health Risks from Raccoons
Raccoons can carry diseases that pose serious health risks to humans and pets. Some of the most common concerns include:
- Rabies – A viral disease that can be transmitted through bites or scratches
- Leptospirosis – Spread through droppings and urine that contaminate water or soil
- Roundworm – Raccoon roundworm can be found in droppings and is highly contagious
- Salmonella – Can be transmitted through contaminated surfaces
Because of these risks, professional animal control is essential for safe handling and removal.
Where Raccoons Nest
Raccoons prefer protected spaces where they can raise their young and stay hidden. Common nesting areas include:
- Attics and roof spaces
- Chimneys and vents
- Crawl space areas
- Garages and sheds
- Under decks and porches
- Wall voids and insulation
These areas provide shelter and easy access to food sources like pet food, garbage, and outdoor pet bowls.
Why Professional Wildlife Control Is Essential
Attempting to remove raccoons on your own can be dangerous. Raccoons may become aggressive when cornered and can carry diseases that pose serious health risks. In addition, raccoons can create more damage if they feel threatened.
Professional animal control services provide:
- Expert removal by wildlife control experts
- Safe and humane removal methods
- Identification of entry points and exclusion strategies
- Long-term prevention solutions
- Proper handling of droppings and urine contamination
Our team removes wildlife effectively, ensuring your home is protected and safe.
How to Prevent Future Raccoon Problems
Preventative steps can reduce the risk of raccoons returning to your property:
- Secure trash cans with tight-fitting lids
- Remove pet food sources and clean up outdoor bowls
- Seal gaps and openings around your home
- Install chimney caps and vent covers
- Trim tree branches away from the roof
- Inspect your property regularly for signs of entry
- Reinforce weak points in your roof or siding
These steps help make your home less attractive to raccoons and other wildlife.
We Also Offer OtherWildlife Services
In addition to raccoon removal, Global Pest Management offers comprehensive wildlife control solutions, including:
- Bat removal services
- Squirrel removal services
- Mole and rodent control
- Dead animal removal
- General animal removal for nuisance wildlife
Our wildlife control experts can handle a wide range of wildlife problems with proven methods and long-term prevention strategies.
Why Choose Global Pest Management
Global Pest Management provides dependable wildlife control services backed by experience. Our wildlife control experts understand raccoon behavior and use proven methods to handle wildlife removal and prevent future infestations.
We focus on delivering long-term protection so you can feel confident your property is secure and your family is safe.
Protect Your Home from Raccoon Damage
Raccoons can cause serious damage and health concerns if left untreated. From chewing electric wires to contaminating areas with droppings and urine, a raccoon problem requires prompt professional attention.
If you need wildlife removal or animal removal services, contact Global Pest Management today. Our expert team will safely remove raccoons and help protect your home from future wildlife issues.
Frequently AskedQuestions
How do raccoons get into homes?
Raccoons enter through damaged roof vents, chimneys, attic openings, and other gaps in the exterior of your home.
Are raccoons dangerous?
Yes, raccoons are wild animals that can be aggressive, especially when protecting young, and may carry diseases like rabies and roundworm.
What is the best way to remove raccoons?
Professional animal control using humane methods and exclusion techniques is the safest and most effective solution.
Can raccoons come back after removal?
Yes, if entry points are not sealed, raccoons may return to the same nesting areas.
Do you offer bat removal or other wildlife services?
Yes, we offer comprehensive wildlife removal services including bat removal, squirrel removal, and other animal removal services for all types of nuisance wildlife.
Our Service Area
Raccoons can cause major damage to attics, chimneys, and yards. In Buford, Dahlonega, Dawsonville, and Suwanee, Global Pest Management offers expert raccoon removal and wildlife control services. Our team safely removes raccoons humanely and prevents future infestations with exclusion techniques.
