Raccoons In Your Home? They May be Cute, but they Gotta Go!

January 15, 2025

As the temperature drops, raccoons become more active, looking for warm places to nest and food to survive the cold months. Unfortunately, this often leads them straight to your attic, chimney, or even under your deck. At Secured Pest and Wildlife Services, we want to help you understand raccoon behavior during winter and how to keep them out of your home.

Why Are Raccoons More Active in Winter?

Raccoons are nocturnal creatures, and as temperatures fall, they begin searching for shelter to stay warm and safe from the elements. They typically look for attics, basements, chimneys, or any enclosed spaces where they can burrow in and create nests. And once they find a way in, they’ll often settle in for the season.

Signs of Raccoon Activity in Your Home:

• Noises in your attic (scratching, scampering, or even growling)
• Smell of urine or feces near entry points
• Damaged vents, roofing, or gaps around windows and doors
• Visible tracks or droppings around your property

Why You Need to Act Now:

Raccoons can cause significant damage to your property. They might chew through wires, insulation, and roofing materials. More importantly, they can bring diseases such as rabies and leptospirosis, which can be a serious health risk for your family and pets.

How We Can Help:

At Secured Pest and Wildlife Services, we specialize in humane raccoon removal and prevention. Our experts can safely remove any raccoons from your property and ensure they don’t return by securing entry points, cleaning up messes, and providing long-term solutions.

If you suspect raccoons have moved in for the winter, don’t wait—contact us today!

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