Raccoon Removal in Raleigh-Durham
Raccoons thrive in every county in North Carolina. In fact, since 1987 evidence suggests the raccoon population is growing. Their preferred habitat has easy access to water, such as bottomland forests, hardwood swamps and marshes. Raccoons thrive near people because of increased shelter and food options in conjuction with less predation Raccoons in the Triangle […]
Unveiling the Damage Raccoons Cause to Homeowners
Perhaps more than any other animal, raccoons thrive in urban and semi-urban environments. There are several reasons for this. First, they are intelligent, which allows them to problem solve and adapt to an ever-changing environment. Second, they eat almost anything, as their well-documented habit of raiding trash cans illustrates. Third, they are nocturnal, which allows […]
Nuisance Wildlife in Jacksonville, Fl
It’s getting cooler down here in Florida, so we expect to start getting calls for animals getting into homes real soon. It never gets cold enough for animals to hibernate in Jacksonville, FL. Besides, the most common nuisance animals do not hibernate. As the weather cools down, animals like squirrels and raccoons will look for […]
Will Homeowners Insurance Cover Wildlife Removal?
Watching a wild animal in your backyard can be quite the experience. Squirrels chasing each other through the trees is cute. Seeing a black bear wander on your property can be thrilling. Those wild animals can damage your property. When something damages your house, homeowners check their insurance policy for coverage. In certain situations, your […]
Raccoon in Attic in Flower Mound
A homeowner in Flower Mound heard loud thumping noises in the middle of the night. They investigated their attic and found dark, tubular droppings. During our inspection, we found evidence of raccoon droppings and a raccoon den build in the insulation. If you look closely, you can spot the raccoon hiding between the rafters. Why […]
Raccoon Trapping in Jacksonville, FL
The increasing development in Jacksonville might actually benefit raccoons. Found throughout Florida, their natural habitat has plenty of trees and a reliable source of water. The range for raccoons is between one to three miles, but they can tolerate a reduction in territory if food is available. Incredibly adaptable, urbanization and agriculture provide ample food […]
Can Raccoons Climb?
Raccoons are excellent climbers. Their natural denning location is hollow trees, so it should come as no surprise. Their long, dexterous fingers and sharp claws help them grip rough surfaces and grip onto branches and rocks. They also have flexible ankles and feet that allow them to rotate their hind feet to get a better grip. […]
The Best Raccoon Repellent
It’s happened to nearly all of us: we leave trash outside, resolve to put it into the trash can, and promptly forget about it. Then the following morning, when we walk outside to meet the day, we are met instead by a yard strewn with trash. This is, in all probability, the work of a […]
Raccoon Removal in Dallas, TX
Raccoons can wreak havoc trying to gain entry to your home and cause significant damage creating a den in your attic. They can cause a mess of garbage and destroy home gardens and birdfeeders. Because they are nocturnal, you’ll most likely hear a loud thumping at night in the attic. Live trapping is the most […]
How Long Do Raccoons Live?
The average raccoon lifespan is about five years, though many kits die before reaching adulthood. The longest surviving wild raccoon lived for 16 years, while a captive raccoon’s lifespan can last as long as 21. Like many animals, raccoons in captivity generally live much longer than those living in the wild—wild raccoons usually live around two […]
