Raccoons

It is not uncommon to find raccoons in Toledo yards, but did you know they can also get into your home? A common raccoon entry point on your Toledo home is the roof, and they will get right into your chimney or attic and begin causing damage. Raccoons in the attic or in the garage are usually looking for food and/or shelter for their babies. Looking for a raccoon catcher? Critter Control of Toledo can help catch raccoons and we also offer raccoon relocation and raccoon damage repair! If you have a raccoon under your porch, don't be concerned—call our office today and our raccoon pest control specialists will help you ASAP! You can also reach our team using our contact form.

Raccoon Behavior & Habits 

Raccoons are adaptable and resourceful creatures allowing them to thrive in both rural and urban environments. Their mischievous antics and undeniable charm help them to easily captivate our curiosity. Here are some interesting facts about raccoon behavior and habits. 

• Raccoons are primarily nocturnal creatures, meaning they are most active during the night. This behavior allows them to avoid daytime predators, while also accessing food sources that aren’t always available during the daytime. They are able to use their excellent night vision and sense of smell to help them navigate their surroundings and find food. 
• Raccoons are generally solitary animals and tend to only exhibit social behaviors during the mating season, and when raising their young. Occasionally raccoons may form loose social groups in areas with abundant food, but most of the time you will see a raccoon by itself. 
• Raccoons have a diverse diet and will adapt their diet to fit the area they are inhabiting. Raccoons are omnivores, meaning they consume a wide range of foods, including fruits, vegetables, insects, small animals, and even human food scraps. 
• Raccoons live in spaces called dens, and they can make them in most areas. Common raccoon dens are in hollow trees, ground burrows, brush piles, barns, abandoned buildings, or in parts of homes like chimneys, attics, and beneath decks and porches. 

Raccoon Pest Control in Toledo

So you have a raccoon problem—what now? Read on to find out how we get rid of raccoons. Critter Control of Toledo is ready for action. Our raccoon control process includes effective raccoon trapping methods, repairing raccoon damage, and preventing the raccoons from coming in your house or on your property again. We also offer raccoon relocation and humane raccoon removal. A number of steps that are taken to keep the raccoons out for good are: 

• Live humane traps
• Sealing any and all possible entry points 
• Raccoon damage repair

Common Raccoon Problems

Raccoons can bring a wide range of problems for homeowners, such as:

• Damage through chewing on walls, roofs, furniture, electrical wires, etc
• Damage to insulation: contamination, deterioration, etc (we can also help with attic restoration)
• Urine and feces odors, stains, contamination associated with viruses and diseases
• Spreading ticks, lice, and other parasites
• Landscape damage 

Full-Service Raccoon Removal in Toledo Area

Raccoons are known carriers of many diseases and, like many wildlife critters, can become aggressive when approached or cornered. It's best to leave the raccoon trapping and raccoon removal to the professionals at Critter Control of Toledo. Our Ohio raccoon removal service area includes Clay Center, Pemberville, Perrysburg, Sylvania, Bowling Green and Toledo. Give us a call today or contact us online to get raccoons out!