Why Raccoons Are a Bigger Threat to Your Property Than You Think

Raccoons: The Silent Saboteurs of Your Home

Raccoons are often seen as cute, curious creatures, but when they invade your property, they can wreak havoc that goes far beyond a simple trespasser. Their sharp claws, strong jaws, and relentless curiosity make them a formidable threat to both the structure and the safety of your home or business.

Key Damage Areas

• Attic and Roof: Raccoons can tear open shingles, soffits and roof vents to get in, then flatten and soil insulation and may damage wiring.
• Foundation and Walls: They can tear into crawl-space insulation, vapor barriers and ductwork, and pull apart soffits and fascia boards.
• Electrical Systems: Damaged wiring can create a fire risk. Critter Outlaws does not do electrical work, so have an electrician check any wiring damage we point out.
• Health Risks: Raccoon droppings can carry raccoon roundworm, so latrine areas should be cleaned and sanitized carefully.

Why Prevention Beats Repair

While fixing the damage after a raccoon invasion is costly and time‑consuming, proactive exclusion and prevention can save you money and protect your property in the long run.

Our Exclusion Techniques

• Entry Point Sealing: We seal the entry points we find, from roof vents to crawl spaces, using heavy-gauge steel mesh and chimney caps to help keep raccoons from getting back in.
• Habitat Modification: Removing food sources and altering landscaping reduces attraction.
• Professional Trapping: Humane live traps are set where the raccoons are active, and raccoons are released according to Indiana law, in the county of capture with landowner permission.
• Post‑Removal Inspection: After removal, we conduct thorough inspections to confirm the entry points we found are sealed and note any wildlife damage that needs repair. After exclusion work, we come back for a follow-up inspection one year later.

Protecting Your Investment

Whether you own a residential home, a commercial business, or manage a property, understanding the risks posed by raccoons is the first step toward safeguarding your assets. By investing in comprehensive exclusion and prevention services, you help protect your building and the people who use it.

If you suspect raccoons are threatening your property, call Critter Outlaws at (812) 821-4462 for a free inspection and free estimate. We handle raccoon removal for homes and commercial properties in Bloomington and the surrounding area.

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