Raccoons noisy and destructive. They can do a lot of damage to the yard and house if they’re allowed to say. However, even if raccoons seem to have taken residence, there are some easy and effective methods to get rid of them. Use these tips to remove raccoons from personal property.
Seal and Trap
For raccoons that may already be in the home, the best way to get rid of them is to trap and relocate the animal. Seal any entry points into the house. The most vulnerable area is usually the attic. Repair any holes in the eaves or other weak areas. Pay special attention to the roof as it can be easy for raccoons to get into small spaces. If there is the possibility that raccoons may already be living in the attic, place traps near the entry points.
To keep the raccoons from coming back, use lights and sounds near the entry points. Place spotlights in the attic to keep them away and play a radio near any entry points. These two steps are the best way to keep raccoons from the area.
Limit Food Sources
To get rid of raccoons in the yard, keep the yard free of food and trash. Raccoons are scavengers and often attracted to any food source like trash. Cover and seal all garbage cans. Don’t keep any dog or cat food outside or in an unsealed container as raccoons can open lids fairly easily. If the raccoons can’t find a food source, they will move on to other areas.
In addition to human sources of food, raccoons also eat insects that they can find in the yard. Grubs are their favourite insect to eat which is why they may stick around. Treat the yard for grubs on a regular basis. Raccoons can smell insect activity and they will dig up any turf to get to the insects. If the grubs still seem to be around, then apply some bad-tasting product to the yard. Use something that is designed to keep gophers or moles away. If the raccoons try to dig in the yard, they’ll get a bad taste on their paws and in their mouth so they’ll keep away.
These simple tips are effective for getting rid of any raccoons as well as keeping them away in the first place. These tips are all based on preventing food and shelter so they’ll be effective in both the short and long run.
