The Urgency of Emergency Raccoon Removal

Posted on November 19, 2019 by raccoonremovallouisvilleky

If you are experiencing raccoon activity around your house, it is important to take action fast before the issue can get out of hand. Continue reading to learn why it is so vital to remedy a nuisance raccoon problem as soon as possible, and how to get started.

Raccoons Remember Everything and Stop at Nothing

As a naturally spirited and determined species, raccoons will stop at nothing to get something they want, including admittance into homes and buildings. Residential and commercial real estate are the most common targets, so if you have already noticed raccoon activity in or around your neighborhood, it is certainly something to be concerned about. You see, raccoons have excellent memory capabilities. This means it is very likely that they will continue to revisit your house night after night, if you have already spotted raccoons sniffing around your property. Until you intervene, nuisance raccoon activity only worsens as time goes on.

Raccoons are highly destruction to all interior and exterior areas of a property, including roofs, siding, decks, porches, garages, sheds, playsets, attics, gardens, lawns, and more. If they get inside, like in the attic, they will soil everything with their droppings, and create huge messes consisting of decaying food, nesting debris, and more. They will damage insulation, floorboards, electrical wiring, and anything else they can get their human-like paws on. Their amazing dexterity allows them to open windows, unlock doors, pry off shingles, and much more. To protect your property from raccoon damage, you must intervene as soon as you notice signs of tampering.

Common Signs of Raccoon Activity:

↬ Raccoon Droppings
↬ Raccoon Prints
↬ Strange Noises (Chatter, Scratching, Purring, Thumping, Etc.)
↬ Structural Damage
↬ Torn Insulation
↬ Stained Ceilings
↬ Rummaged Garbage Cans
↬ Pried Roof Shingles
↬ Disconnected Gutters
↬ Holes around the Exterior of The House
↬ Holes in Roof
↬ Lingering Indoor Odors
↬ Trash and Debris in Unoccupied Areas
↬ Nesting Evidence
↬ Missing or Rifled Pet Food
↬ Tampered Bird and Squirrel Feeder

Health and Safety Concerns

Raccoons are among the most destructive nuisance species around, as they are known to cause an extensive amount of interior and exterior damage. Not only are they unbelievably destructive, they are also known carriers of several infectious diseases, some of which can be fatal to pets, young children, and individuals with suppressed immunity. These diseases can range in severity, from lice and fleas, to Distemper, Roundworm, Leptospirosis, Rabies, and more.

Their potential for disruption, disease, and damage makes raccoons a triple threat to urban and suburban neighborhoods. Be sure to contact a licensed Kentucky raccoon removal and control expert for safe and non-lethal raccoon abatement you can trust. They can implement all sorts of proven strategies to animal-proof your home and surrounding property.

Non-Lethal, Humane Raccoon Control in Kentucky

Call 502-553-7622 for safe, non-lethal Louisville raccoon removal in Louisville, Kentucky and its surrounding counties. Our DNR licensed and insured raccoon rescue contractors offer a wide range of services for residential and commercial properties, including raccoon removal, control, prevention, proofing, cleanup, attic restorations, and more. Call 502-553-7622 to request a free estimate or information about Louisville raccoon control, today.

Why You Need an Annual Raccoon Control Inspection Right Now

Posted on October 21, 2019 by raccoonremovallouisvilleky

This time of year, the weather is changing, and many other aspects of nature are changing along with it. Leaves are turning color and dropping from canopies, bodies of water are getting cooler at pace with the climate, and as expected, animals of all species are preparing their winter homes. But of all the wildlife that burrows or hibernates for the winter season, raccoons are the species to be most concerned about, mostly because they are the most intelligent. That is why you need an annual raccoon control inspection, this very minute.

Continue reading to learn what you need to know about raccoon control and annual inspections.

Raccoons are Too Smart and Too Ambitious

Raccoons are smart, and they have dexterous paws that allow them to pry, grasp, and manipulate the world around them. They are also incredibly motivated and ambitious, partly due to their innate curiosity, but also because of their will to survive. These characteristics and qualities put raccoons at the top of residential and commercial nuisance animal lists.

Right now, raccoons are doing their due diligence to scope and source out food, as well as, locate suitable shelter. One of the most common places raccoons like to take shelter for the winter is our very own homes; attics especially. Roofs, siding, soffits, and more are torn and ripped to gain access to areas of a home. Crawl spaces, garages, porches, and decks are additional areas of interest for raccoons.

Worst of all, raccoons are very destructive and pose several dangers to our health and safety. They will rummage through garbage, dig up lawns, clear out gardens, tear off roof shingles, pry open soffits, rip down attic insulation, soil ceilings and drywall, and much more. And to make matters worse, raccoons are common carriers of several infectious diseases. The extent of damage and danger they can cause is only limited by their ability to access non-permitted areas, like our homes and commercial properties.

Raccoon Control Inspections

These reasons and more are why it is time to have your home inspected for vulnerabilities, openings, and perhaps an existing infestation. A full-service raccoon control inspection will examine all interior and exterior areas of a home, and address any needs for sealing or repair. Furthermore, additional strategies are made to abate nuisance raccoon activity, such as environmental modifications and similar industry-proven strategies.

Raccoon Removal and Control Follow Up

Removing raccoons is the first step, but it is not the last. Once raccoons are gone, there is still a big mess to deal with afterwards. Droppings, urine, breeding fluids, rotted food, torn insulation, and soiled floorboards are common types of destruction leftover from a raccoon infestation. Not only do these damages reduce your property’s value, they also pose serious health and structural safety concerns. For this reason, it is imperative to authorize professional raccoon cleanup and damage repair immediately following extraction to return the inside of your property back into a safe environment.

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Why are Raccoons in Your Garbage?

Posted on September 12, 2019 by raccoonremovallouisvilleky

Are you outside refilling your trashcans because some pesky raccoons pillaged your garbage again last night? Well, there is a very good reason why this continues to happen. In fact, there are several. Read on to learn why you have raccoons in your garbage, and what you can do to put a stop to their nuisance behaviors.

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▷ Raccoons are Omnivorous

Raccoons are omnivores, like us, which means they eat all food groups, including meat, fish, vegetables, fruits, grains, dairy, legumes, and more. Informally, raccoons are what we call “opportunistic feeders”, which means they will basically eat anything, as well as, do whatever it takes to gain access to discovered food sources. This includes your garbage.

▷ Raccoons are Bad at Hunting

Although raccoons are incredibly intelligent mammals with excellent memory, dexterous paws, and excellent climbing abilities, they are actually very bad at hunting. So when they find a worthy and reliable food source, they stick with it for as long as they can, or until it is gone. When raccoons know your garbage cans are a free, nightly buffet, they will remember and revisit for as long as the garbage is there.

▷ Raccoons Can Open Lids

As mentioned, raccoons have dexterous paws and claws, which give them the ability to grasp, pull, and pry. So when you think your trashcans are safe because they have lids, think again. Raccoons can easily climb trashcans, open them up, and pull out as much garbage as they can reach. They can even open latches and locks, untie ropes, and achieve other simple feats that only require a little tampering.

What You Need to Do

All you have to do is stop leaving your garbage cans outside. Furthermore, wait to put your garbage cans at the curb for pickup on the morning of trash collection day. Raccoons are nocturnal, so you are handing over your trash by putting out your garbage the night before. If you must leave your trash receptacles outside, invest in some quality lid locks. You can find these at your local home improvement store or online.

Still Have Raccoon Activity Around the House?

If you are experiencing raccoon problems, let us help. We offer 24 hour raccoon removal, as well as, raccoon proofing and prevention, minor restorations for raccoon damages, raccoon cleanup, and much more. We are DNR licensed and insured, and provide both residential and commercial raccoon control services in Louisville, Kentucky and throughout its surrounding areas. Call us directly at 502-553-7622 to request a free estimate or advice, today.

How to Stop Raccoons From Harming Your Property

Posted on August 12, 2019 by raccoonremovallouisvilleky

Wild raccoons can pose a threat to humans and pets if paths are crossed at the wrong times. This is because raccoons, along with other wild animals, can carry infectious diseases. These diseases and infections can be quickly passed along through a possible bite, scratch, or attack. A raccoon will attack out of self-defense or to protect it’s young. Even if raccoon bites and confrontation are avoided, there are other ways raccoons can be dangerous for us and our pets.

You see, raccoon urine and droppings can also carry infections and bacteria that are harmful if accidentally or unknowingly ingested. Dogs and cats are known to track traces of raccoon droppings into the house where it can come in contact with everyone and spread quickly among the family. Illnesses such as roundworm, Rabies, Leptospirosis, and more are commonly spread by raccoons. So how can you protect your home from wild raccoons and avoid potential dangers?

Continue reading and learn some simple and full-proof methods to protecting your home from raccoons and other wild animals.

Raccoon Prevention 101

There are several quick tips on how to stop raccoons from entering your property. Things like everyday chores, pet care routines, and simple handy work can all be a good place to start making changes. For example, one way to keep raccoons away from your property is to thwart their desire to come in the first place. This means stop doing things that make raccoons interesting in visiting your house. Don’t leave garbage cans outside and easily accessible to raccoons. They are scavengers at heart and can smell food scraps from miles away.

If you are in the habit of taking your garbage out the night before trash day, it is good idea to stop. Raccoons will come and they will remember your home as a dependable source of food; so they will return night after night seeking more opportunities you are giving away. Leaving pet food dishes outdoors is like feeding raccoons directly, night after night. Raccoons love the taste of pet food and will come back every night for it. It is always recommended to leave pet food inside in a secure place.

Another factor that attracts raccoons to residential areas is shelter availability. Loose shingles in the roof, cracks in the attic window seals, and unlocked sheds or garages become a raccoon colonies dream come true in poor weather. They will seek out warm shelter anywhere around their food sources. This means your house. To prevent raccoons from squeezing their way inside your home, take out the old tool belt and implement a little home maintenance. Secure locks, seal windows, fix any loose roof shingles, and more. This can help protect your home and keep raccoons away for good.

The best way to prevent raccoons from entering your property is to make sure they do not already have access inside. Call a professional raccoon control company to inspect your property for signs of raccoon infestations and damages. The sooner you find raccoon problems, the less expensive and extensive the damages and repairs will be. A professional can also facilitate proper raccoon-proofing strategies that will eliminate raccoon invasions altogether.

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Wild Raccoons Aren’t Really Wild Anymore

Posted on July 16, 2019 by raccoonremovallouisvilleky

When you hear the term, “wild raccoons”, you imagine a raccoon in nature, going about their business within their colony. But the truth is, raccoons are not really that wild anymore. In fact, it is less likely to spot a raccoon in the great wide open than in your local community. Nowadays, raccoons are more urban than wild, and there are many reasons why.

Continue reading to learn what has caused the transition of raccoons from wild to urban, and how to protect yourself and your property from nuisance raccoon interference.

A Fair Warning

Just because raccoons are found more in our local cities and neighborhoods, they are still technically wild animals, and behave as such. For this reason, always avoid raccoon encounters at all costs, and never, under any circumstances, attempt to touch, trap, harm, or kill a raccoon. See our blog, “Can I Hunt Wild Raccoons in Kentucky?” to learn state laws surrounding raccoon tampering.

Raccoon Habitats

Raccoons are generally known to make their homes in hollowed trees, large rock crevices, and similar hidden locations. However, raccoons are more commonly making their homes inside our homes. Common nesting areas in residential and commercial settings include attics, crawl spaces, beneath porches and decks, sheds, barns, tree houses, and much more.

Raccoons are found more in urban settings than in natural settings because they are a very wise species. They are intelligent and have excellent memory capabilities, but they are also incredibly motivated to find food and shelter. With these attributes combined, raccoons know where the best sources for their priorities can be found; and they can all be found in our communities. Raccoons raid dumpsters, trashcans, gardens, garages, bird baths, koi ponds, and more, for anything to eat. They also use their human-like paws to pry open doors and windows, rip off siding and roof shingles, and more, all to access the areas they want.

Another umbrella reason why raccoons are found more in our areas than in nature is due to land over-development. The more we develop land into residential and commercial complexes, the less space and natural habitats raccoons and other nuisance wildlife have to establish and maintain homes for themselves. As a result, wildlife moves in with us.

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Check Out These Adorable Baby Raccoon Pictures!

Posted on May 28, 2019 by raccoonremovallouisvilleky

Although raccoons can be quite the nuisance on residential and commercial properties, they happen to be one of the cutest baby animals! Furthermore, there are plenty of truly interesting facts about raccoons that could possibly cause you to develop some appreciation for them. For instance, did you know that raccoons are incredibly intelligent? It’s true! They can remember directions and locations, solve complex puzzles, and perform complicated cognitive tasks. See our blog, “How Smart is a Raccoon?” to learn more about raccoon intelligence studies.

In the meantime, if you are still not convinced that raccoons are special animals, continue below to enjoy some precious snaps of baby raccoons from across the world!

Baby raccoons are called kits, or cubs, and they are born blind and deaf. Their ear canals and eyes finally open up within 18 to 23 days after they are born.

Louisville Raccoon Removal and Control Services — Baby raccoons drink milk.

Raccoons are mammals, so they drink mother’s milk until they are fully weaned off around 16 week of age. After 6 to 9 weeks, they begin to eat solid food.

Raccoon Control Louisville 2 — A raccoon learns to climb around 16 weeks.

Raccoons are excellent climbers, and begin learning around 16 weeks. They have human-like paws with long claws, allowing them to grip, pull, and pry just like us.

How to Stop Nuisance Raccoon Activity

Although cute, we still don’t want raccoons invading our properties and causing damage with their instinctual behaviors. So in order to prevent raccoon activity around your property, you will need to follow some important guidelines:

❧ Keep garbage cans locked up, or keep the lids sealed shut, and only take your cans out to the driveway on the morning of trash pickup day, and never the night before.

❧ Never leave pet food or water bowls outside. If you store pet food a garage or shed, be sure it is in an air-tight container and your garage or shed is non-accessible by animals.

❧ Install motion lighting on patios, porches, and garages. Or consider installing a sound machine to scare raccoons away. Install a fence around gardens.

❧ Sprinkle your yard with ground red pepper, and then soak cotton balls with ammonia and place them around your property. Be care if you have outdoor pets.

❧ Remove bird and squirrel feeders, as well as, bird baths. Pass up on the Koi pond. They will eat your expensive fish!

If Your Raccoon Problem Persists…

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Is a Raccoon a Rodent?

Posted on April 22, 2019 by raccoonremovallouisvilleky

Uh oh! You found a colony of raccoons living in or around your property! But before you pick up the phone to contact a local pest control company, you should know that raccoons are not rodents. You see, a rodent can be loosely defined as an animal with a pair of solid, growing incisors in both the upper and lower jaw, such as a mouse, rat, or hamster. A raccoon, on the other hand, is a meat-eating animal that lacks this characteristic set of incisors; so they are not in fact, rodents.

For this reason, if you were to contact the pest control company after discovering raccoons in the attic, they will quickly refer you to the proper authorities, which is generally a local wildlife rescue and control service that retains the proper state permits to extract and transport wild animals, like raccoons, legally.

Continue reading to learn why a raccoon is not considered a rodent, but rather, a nuisance animal, and what you can do to safely eliminate the threat of raccoon activity on your property.

The Common Raccoon (Procyon Lotor)

The Common Raccoon, also known as the North American Raccoon, is a medium-sized mammal. They are of course, part of the animal kingdom, as well as, the Chordata phylum, Mammalian class, Carnivora order, Procyonidae family, and Procyon genus, all giving them their species name, Procyon Lotor.

As for food, theirs tends to vary from season to season, but typically they will eat anything from insects, fruits and nuts to small reptiles, amphibians, birds and other vertebrates. One of the reasons we usually find raccoons going through our trash after dark is because they are nocturnal and sleep during the day. Raccoons are very intelligent, and like humans, have paws with 5 digits. These paws are capable of grasping and prying, just like ours!

Risks and Threats

Although raccoons are not rodents, they are still considered nuisance wildlife because they are known carriers of infectious diseases that can be dangerous for humans and pets. They also cause structural and landscaping damage that can be costly and tedious to repair. So if you have a raccoon problem on your property, contact a local wildlife removal and control company to have them safely and humanely removed. If you suspect you might have raccoons in the attic, call a professional service immediately to avoid further damages and costly repairs.

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Call 502-553-7622 if you are experiencing raccoon problems in Louisville, Kentucky. We offer residential and commercial raccoon removal and control, as well as, raccoon proofing and prevention, minor restorations for raccoon damages, raccoon cleanup, and much more. Request a free estimate, anytime.

Can I Hunt Wild Raccoons in Kentucky?

Posted on February 28, 2019 by raccoonremovallouisvilleky

Hunting is a favored pastime for millions of people all over the world. From exotic jungles and desert plains, to dense forests, cavernous mountains, rushing rivers, and more, hunting is a communal effort for both survival and pleasure. It is also a grave responsibility that mandates certain obligations. If you are interested in hunting wild game in your state, it is important to know the regulations before grabbing a bow and heading for the woods.

Hunting Nuisance Wildlife

Many people jump to the idea of hunting after being bothered by nuisance wildlife. In fact, many people ask whether or not they are allowed to trap or hunt wild animals, like raccoons, in their very backyards. Continue reading to learn what you need to know about raccoon hunting laws in Kentucky, and how to stop nuisance raccoons from trespassing onto your property for good.

Raccoon Control Laws for Kentucky

Even though you own your property, you still have to follow local and federal laws that govern wildlife trapping, hunting, and more. Refer to the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife (KDFW) for detailed information on such laws in your particular county of residence. In the meantime, here is what you need to know about the laws surrounding hunting on private property in Kentucky:

Private land owners, as well as their spouses and children, are legally allowed to hunt and fish on their land during open season without a permit issued by the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife.

Non-resident land owners must purchase a license from the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife to be permitted to hunt on their own land. Military land owners stationed out of the state are exempt from this restriction.

The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife permits private land owners to refuse access to their property to other hunters.

For fur, private land owners can request a fur trapper to remove fur-bearing wildlife, such as raccoons, beavers, and minks, but only during the legal trapping season, which is from mid-November to the end of February.

According to KRS 150.170, “Resident landowners, their spouses, or dependent children who kill or trap on their lands any wildlife causing damage to the lands or any personal property situated thereon shall not be required to have a hunting or trapping license and may do so during periods other than the open season for the particular species. Tenants or their dependent children residing upon the lands, or other persons approved by the commissioner, shall also have the same privilege. Upon destruction of any wildlife by the above-specified individuals, the act shall be reported to the department or the resident conservation officer for the proper disposition of the carcass. Individuals wishing to use the carcass shall contact personnel of the department to request a disposal tag or other authorizing document.”

Recommended Raccoon Removal Alternative

To get rid of nuisance wildlife like raccoons, it is strongly encouraged to seek professional assistance from a Kentucky wildlife removal company.

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How to Recognize a Rabid Raccoon

Posted on December 26, 2018 by raccoonremovallouisvilleky

One of the biggest concerns among homeowners who frequently spot raccoons on their property is the risk of being exposed to Rabies. This is a reasonable concern considering raccoons are common carriers of the rabies virus. To put your mind at ease, it helps to learn what a rabid raccoon looks like. In turn, this knowledge will help you keep your family and pets safe from the potential of exposure.

Continue reading to review a basic description of how a rabid raccoon appear and behaves, and keep these markers in mind the next time you see an animal acting strangely.

The Rabies Virus

The Rabies virus is serious because it is usually fatal. Rabies is transmitted through blood, saliva, and other bodily fluids. This means a bite, scratch, or simple mix of fluid can pass the virus onto another host, just like the common cold. Once infected, rabies travels directly to the brain, where it causes inflammation (encephalitis), and ultimately, death. Unfortunately, there is no cure for the Rabies virus once a person or pet is infected.

Rabid Raccoon Signs

Because Rabies affects the central nervous system, it is generally easy to identify through mere observation. Following incubation of the virus, a raccoon will enter an initial period of unusual behavior known as the prodromal stage. The most common sign during this stage is a raccoon active during daytime hours.

Within a few days, signs begin to appear more evident and severe. Raccoons may display very aggressive behavior, just as hissing and barking. They may also display non-aggression behavior, such as drooling, lethargy, and paralysis.

Other common signs of a rabid raccoon include dilated pupils, confused behavior, wobbly stance, difficulty walking or standing, and other types of lost coordination. Once a rabid raccoon enters a state of paralysis, they do not have much longer to live. In this state, they may appear like they are sleeping because they are breathing, but not moving a muscle.

Some additional animals that can carry and transmit rabies include bats, skunks, and fox. Be sure to keep a safe distance from these species as well. And also be sure to keep your pets vaccinated against Rabies and other transmissible diseases.

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Odd Places You Might Find Raccoons Nesting

Posted on December 13, 2018 by raccoonremovallouisvilleky

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Raccoons are not a hibernating species. However, they do exhibit behaviors that are quite similar to hibernation, but for the majority of the years, raccoons remain active and curious. But even though raccoons do not enter a state of hibernacula (deep sleep with lowered body temperature and heart rate), they do still need cozy shelter to make their nests during the colder seasons. And sometimes, the places they choose are pretty odd. Continue reading to learn some strange places raccoons are known to nest, and what to do if you discover hiding raccoons on your property.

Common Raccoon Habitats

Primary habitats for raccoons in nature include tree cavities, hollowed tree trunks, rock dens, old animal burrows, and similar sheltered areas. As for urban and suburban areas, raccoons have a whole separate set of unique options. Most often, raccoons are found infesting residential and commercial properties; usually in attics, crawl spaces, wall voids, garages, and outdoor structures like sheds and storage units. Here, they will cause an extreme amount of damage over the winter season.

But if raccoons cannot find access inside a home or building, they will look for alternative places to nest for the winter. Some of these places are quite unique, making raccoons a very thrifty species. After all, they are incredible intelligent and retain memory well. That is why raccoons tend to be a persistent problem for property owners; they remember where the good food sources are and will continue to pillage them until they are stopped.

Here are some interesting and odd places you might find raccoons nesting this season:

➥ Stationary Vehicles – It may seem very unsuspecting, but the undercarriages of vehicles can make a cozy little shelter for wildlife. Raccoons, opossums, squirrels, and chipmunks are common nuisance wildlife found nesting underneath an abandoned, stationary, or junk vehicle. Be sure to take extra precaution when checking your vehicle for nesting animals.

➥ Tree Houses – The kids may have outgrown the tree house you built for them years ago, but there are several animals that consider it a gem. Raccoons are one of those animals! They have long claws and dexterous paws that give them excellent climbing ability, allowing them to access tree house with ease. If your kids have not entered the tree house in several months, it is important that you check it for animal nests before it is back in use.

➥ Tall Grass Beds – That tall grass we sometimes plant on our properties can be easily trampled down in the center, creating a circular shelter with tall grassy walls. Animals like raccoons, skunks, and opossum are well-known for using these grasses for nesting areas. It may look like normal grass on the outside, but at a closer glance, you may find a nest in the middle!

➥ Empty Hot Tubs and Pools – If you have a hot tub or swimming pool out of use, be sure it is secured well. Raccoons love to use these vacant spots to make their nests for the winter. And it is certainly not fun for the homeowner since they get quite the surprise when it comes time to re-fill their hot tubs and pools!

Additional Spots You May Find a Hiding Raccoon:

⇢ Mailboxes
⇢ Empty Planters
⇢ Barns
⇢ Chicken Coops
⇢ Roofs
⇢ Enclosed Jungle Gym Slides
⇢ Log Piles
⇢ Chimneys

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