If you have implemented the above deterrence measures and are still dealing with a troublesome raccoon problem at your home or business in Clermont, don’t attempt to remove the animal on your own. Call your local wildlife removal experts.
Raccoons are obviously much larger than rats or mice. Thus, they tend to provide more obvious signs of infestation, including:
Once on your property, raccoons can wreak havoc, cause costly damage, and put you and any occupants at risk. Here are some of the dangers of a raccoon infestation on your property and ways that Critter Control® of Clermont can put an end to it.
Raccoons are dexterous mammals with a knack for getting into destructive mischief in their search for food and water. From soiled attic insulation and overturned trash cans to destroyed kitchen pantries and shredded window screens, raccoons can create huge messes that will cost you time and money.
Though they are mostly timid creatures that are wary of humans, raccoons can become hostile if they are cornered, feel threatened, or if their young are nearby. If you, your loved ones, or your pets come in harmful contact with a raccoon, seek medical attention immediately to reduce the spread of infectious diseases.
Raccoons are well-known carriers of rabies, but that is not the only danger they pose. In addition to rabies, raccoons can carry roundworm and leptospirosis, which is transmitted through their droppings. If you have raccoons on your property, be sure to keep any pets and children a safe distance from raccoons and their waste.
Here are a few ways that you can make your Clermont property less attractive to nuisance raccoons.
Due to their size, raccoons must be live-captured using traps. Depending on the size and number of the animals, professionals typically use a large or extra-large 1-Door or 2-Door trap. The trap must be placed on an even surface where the raccoon has been seen before or where it could be living. In general, raccoons prefer shelter over their heads in places such as:
Bait is the key to successfully trapping a raccoon. Sweet foods like peanut butter must be placed at the back of the trap, enticing the raccoon to fully enter. And, it is always good to secure the trap in place by putting a heavy object on top. Because Florida has laws regulating the trapping and handling raccoons, it is best to leave the job to professionals who know how to do the job effectively and legally.
At Critter Control® of Lake County, you can count on us to catch your raccoon and remove it from your property legally. Our team can not only solve your raccoon problem, but we can also teach you how to prevent others from being attracted to your home in the future. If you have any questions or would like to schedule your free home inspection, call us at 352-204-0074 today.
With decades of experience, Critter Control® of Lake County can safely handle any raccoon infestation and armor your home with the tools you need to prevent future wildlife invasions.
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