Should I Be Afraid of a Raccoon?

There are many things in life that people fear; heights, airplanes, broccoli. But raccoons? Should you be afraid of them? Continue reading to find out some facts that will help you decide their threat level.

Louisville Raccoon Removal and Control 502-553-7622
Louisville Raccoon Removal and Control 502-553-7622

Raccoon Control

Raccoons are awful cute for a nuisance pest. But the reality is, having raccoons around is not a good thing. Although they have their own place in the Eco-system, they are not a welcomed presence on our properties. Raccoons can be incredibly destructive; not just to the exterior of a property, but also to the inside if they are able to gain access. So when it comes to spotting raccoons on your property, you should be concerned of their potential impact. To abate nuisance raccoon activity around your property, you will need professional Louisville raccoon control services.

As for raccoons being a physical threat, you should be afraid. Raccoons are common carriers of several communicable diseases, which can be transmitted through blood, feces, or urine. Common diseases include Rabies, Leptospirosis, distemper, mange, roundworm, and more. Raccoons can also spread lice, mites, ticks, and other parasites which can be passed on to both people and pets.

What To Do if You See a Raccoon

Raccoons are not likely to attack a person or pet unless they are provoked. So simply seeing a raccoon in your yard or on your patio is not an immediate threat. However, you should still keep your distance. Keep all pets inside as well. The rule of thumb is to never, under any circumstances, attempt to approach, touch, trap, harm, or kill a raccoon. Instead, just wait for them to go away. If they are still there after some time, you can try to scare them off with loud noises from the window.

Louisville Raccoon Removal

When all else fails, you need professional intervention. Call 502-553-7622 if you are experiencing ongoing raccoon problems in Louisville, Kentucky and throughout its surrounding areas. We are DNR licensed and insured, and provide both residential and commercial raccoon control services. We offer 24 hour raccoon removal, as well as, raccoon control, proofing, prevention, minor restorations for raccoon damages, cleanup, and much more.

Louisville Raccoon Removal and Control