Raccoon On My Roof

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Raccoon on my roof.

The eaves on my house are about three feet wide and my son believes it would be hard for raccoons to climb up the brick and then upside down across that much distance across the eaves to reach the edge of the roof to get from the brick to the roof top. Trapping raccoons that are regularly on the roof whether the raccoons are getting on the roof or actually using it as a route to the attic trapping is an important way of dealing with the issue and cage traps are the most common approach to catching these animals. Raccoons are actually very clean animals and will go to the bathroom in the same spot away from where they eat and sleep. Raccoons will use trees and branches next houses to access roofs.

Large mature trees are sought after by many homeowners for their beauty and shade but large trees mean long branches that can overhang roofs. Our wildlife specialists are equipped with the best tools and strategies to help prevent raccoons and other pests from accessing the roof of your property. Preventing raccoon access to roofs is difficult as these clever creatures can climb up just about any surface but there are ways our professionals can reduce the odds. Keep tree branches trimmed to make it harder for raccoons to get on to your roof.

How to stop raccoons from pooping on my roof. This spot is known as a latrine site. Raccoons have even been known to rip shingles off or tear holes in the roof in search of shelter causing damage that can cost many thousands of dollars to repair. Raccoon rely on trees to nest and escape from predators.

Raccoons defecating on my deck or roof. If you can get into your attic make sure there is no light coming in indicating a way they can get in there to find shelter. If you seem to be the only one on the block getting terrorized by these creatures you may be wondering why they chose you over anybody else. If the raccoon can get into your attic which is the reason they are on the roof all you have to do is eliminate the hole they are climbing into and problem should be solved.