Raccoons might look curious and even a little harmless at first glance, but when they make their way into your home, they can leave behind a trail of destruction. At All City Animal Trapping, we’ve seen the full extent of raccoon damage, from torn-up roofs to ruined insulation. If you’ve noticed signs of raccoon activity around your home, here’s what you need to know about the risks.
Raccoons are strong climbers with sharp claws. They’ll tear through shingles, siding, soffits, and fascia boards to get inside. Once they open up an entry point, not only is your home exposed to more raccoon visits, but other pests may slip inside as well.
When raccoons nest in your attic or crawl space, they shred insulation to make a cozy spot. Over time, this lowers the effectiveness of your insulation, making your heating and cooling systems work overtime—and driving up your energy bills.
One of the biggest dangers comes from raccoons chewing on electrical wires. This creates a very real fire risk and can also cause power outages or expensive repairs if circuits are damaged.
In their search for water or nesting areas, raccoons can damage pipes and air ducts. A small leak from their destruction may lead to major water damage, mold growth, and costly repairs to your foundation.
Raccoons carry parasites and bacteria that can pose health threats to you and your pets. Their droppings and urine often spread dangerous pathogens, and if they nest inside, they can contaminate insulation, flooring, and stored items.
Inside, raccoons make a mess. From scratching up beams to scattering nesting material, they can ruin storage areas and create extensive cleanup jobs.
Outside, raccoons will dig up gardens and lawns in search of grubs or roots. They can tear apart sod, uproot plants, and undo your hard landscaping work in a single night.
Raccoons often squeeze through chimneys or pry up roof shingles. In the process, they can damage chimney caps, flashing, and other roofing materials, leading to leaks and long-term deterioration.
The longer raccoons stay, the more damage they cause. That’s why quick, professional removal is so important. At All City Animal Trapping, we specialize in safe, humane raccoon control that not only removes the problem but keeps it from coming back.
We start with a complete property inspection:
Pinpointing raccoon entry points
Assessing nesting sites and areas of damage
Creating a customized plan tailored to your property
We use modern, humane traps that safely capture raccoons without harming them. Traps are placed where activity is highest, and our team checks them regularly for quick, stress-free removal.
Once trapped, raccoons are carefully handled by our trained professionals and relocated to a safe, approved area away from residential neighborhoods.
Sealing up all entry points with durable, discreet materials
Repairing damage to roofs, siding, and insulation
Restoring attics and crawl spaces to a clean, secure state
We don’t just remove raccoons—we help keep them out for good. That includes:
Installing raccoon-proof barriers
Offering property maintenance advice to discourage wildlife
Scheduling follow-up visits to ensure your property stays protected
Expertise you can trust – Decades of hands-on experience handling raccoon infestations.
Humane practices – Every step follows local wildlife laws and ensures raccoons are treated humanely.
Comprehensive service – From inspection to cleanup, we cover every angle of raccoon removal.
Fast response – We know raccoon problems can’t wait, so we act quickly.
Customer-first approach – Personalized solutions, friendly service, and clear communication from start to finish.
Fair and transparent pricing – Free consultations, upfront quotes, no hidden costs.
Local knowledge – As a Southern California-based team, we understand the unique challenges raccoons pose in this area.
Proven success – Our satisfied customers and strong reputation speak for themselves.
Raccoons won’t leave on their own, and the longer they stay, the more damage they’ll cause. Protect your home today by calling All City Animal Trapping for a free consultation. We’ll handle the raccoons so you can get back to enjoying a safe, secure home.
