4 WAYS TO AVOID RACCOON FROM GETTING IN YOUR HOME AND ATTICS

Loose shingles and opening in attics, roof and eaves, garage and sheds are an open invitation for raccoons. Here are four ways to get rid and evict raccoons aside from the help of Toronto Raccoon Removal Service.

1. 1.      Step 1

Check where animals get in and see if this entrance is in use by:

• sprinkling flour in front of it and looking for footprints
• stuffing a rag or bunched up ball of paper in the opening and checking later to see if it was detached

 

1. 2.      Step 2

Make your home unlivable to raccoons by:

• sprinkling naphtha flakes around the area
• hanging ammonia-soaked rags
• playing a loud radio tuned to an all-talk stations
• make the area brightly lit and make sure the light source is not a potential  fire hazard

 

1. 3.      Step 3

Before any opening is closed off or any chimney is capped:

• check to see that all raccoons have moved out
• ensure no animals is trapped inside a closed area

 

1. 4.      Step 4

When you are sure that all raccoons have left:

• secure the opening to avoid re-entry
• block all holes with galvanized sheet metal
• fix siding and holes in buildings
• use heavy, rustproof screening to cover open air vents
• trim overhanging tree branches

Remember not to attempt to smoke animals out of the chimney because they could be suffocated or burned and keep doors and openings securely closed or locked to prevent raccoons from entering.