Raccoons may look cute with their masked faces and curious mannerisms, but their presence in residential or urban areas isn’t always welcome. If you’ve faced property damage, disturbed trash cans, or heard unsettling noises in the attic, you’re not alone—raccoons are adept at finding their way into human spaces. Luckily, effective and sustainable solutions are available to address this problem.
At On The Fly Pest Solutions, we specialize in keeping your home raccoon-free while prioritizing the safety of your family and pets. Here, we’ll discuss why raccoons can be such a nuisance, the risks they pose, and how you can control them effectively using our expert services.
Why Are Raccoons a Problem?
Raccoons are highly adaptable, opportunistic mammals that thrive in human environments where food sources are abundant. While they are an integral part of natural ecosystems, their presence in residential and urban areas can lead to problems such as:
- Property Damage: Raccoons are notorious for breaking into attics, chimneys, and sheds. They can tear apart ductwork or insulation while searching for food or a cozy nesting spot.
- Health Risks: Raccoons can carry diseases, including rabies, and their feces may contain roundworms, which pose serious health risks to humans and pets.
- Disruption: Trash cans overturned, gardens raided, and unsettling nighttime noises are some of the common disruptions caused by raccoons.
Risks of Not Addressing a Raccoon Problem
Ignoring a raccoon infestation can exacerbate the risks to both your property and health. For example:
- Property Degradation: Continuous raccoon activity can weaken building structures over time.
- Disease Transmission: Rabies, leptospirosis, and salmonella are just a few diseases raccoons can spread.
- Escalated Infestation: A raccoon family may grow, making their removal and the subsequent repairs costlier and more complicated.
Early intervention is critical, and that’s where On The Fly Pest Solutions steps in.
How to Control Raccoons with On The Fly Pest Solutions
At On The Fly Pest Solutions, we provide expert, humane, and sustainable wildlife control strategies that ensure raccoons are dealt with effectively. Here’s how we can help:
1. Inspection and Assessment
Our specialists conduct a thorough inspection of your property to understand the extent of the raccoon problem. We’ll identify any entry points, nesting areas, and attractants such as unsecured trash bins or pet food left outside.
2. Humane Trapping
We use safe, humane trapping methods to remove raccoons from your property without causing them harm. This ensures that wildlife conservation and animal welfare remain uncompromised in the process.
3. Exclusion and Prevention
After removing the raccoons, we seal off all potential entry points, such as gaps in attics, chimneys, or basements. Prevention is the key to long-term raccoon control.
4. Sustainable Approach
Our treatments align with environmentally friendly practices to ensure they pose no risk to your family, pets, or the surrounding ecosystem.
5. Education and Support
We provide homeowners with tips and best practices to maintain a raccoon-free environment. Our team also offers ongoing support in case further assistance is needed.
Tips for Homeowners to Deter Raccoons
Aside from professional assistance, there are proactive measures you can take to discourage raccoons on your property:
- Secure Trash Cans: Use raccoon-proof lids and secure them tightly.
- Remove Food Sources: Avoid leaving pet food or bird feeders outside overnight.
- Install Motion-Activated Lights: Raccoons don’t like bright lights and will avoid areas with frequent illumination.
- Seal Entry Points: Check for holes or gaps in your attic, basement, or crawl spaces and seal them properly.
- Trim Trees and Shrubs: Keep tree branches away from the roofline, as raccoons can use them to gain access to your home.
Why Choose On The Fly Pest Solutions?
When it comes to wildlife control in the greater Baltimore and Maryland areas, On The Fly Pest Solutions stands out for a variety of reasons:
- Expertise: With over a decade of experience in pest and wildlife control, we bring unmatched knowledge to every job.
- Safe and Humane Practices: Our approach prioritizes both your peace of mind and wildlife well-being.
- Guaranteed Results: We stand by our work. If you’re not satisfied, we’ll make it right.
- Local Knowledge: With experience in Baltimore and surrounding areas, we understand the unique challenges homeowners face with local wildlife.
Our commitment to sustainability, affordability, and outstanding service makes us the first choice for homeowners looking to handle wildlife problems effectively.
Protect Your Property and Peace of Mind
A raccoon problem may seem daunting, but with the right approach, it can be effectively managed without harm or stress. Whether it’s keeping them out of your space, preventing future infestations, or educating you on best practices, On The Fly Pest Solutions has you covered.
Don’t wait until a minor issue escalates into a major one. Contact us today for a thorough inspection or to learn more about our raccoon control services.
