1️⃣ Attic (Most Common) 🏠
✔ Signs: Scratching noises at night, torn insulation, droppings, musty odors.
✔ Why It’s a Problem: Raccoons damage insulation & wiring, leading to costly repairs.
2️⃣ Chimney 🏡
✔ Signs: Thumping sounds, strong odor, raccoon tracks on the roof.
✔ Why It’s a Problem: Nesting raccoons can block ventilation and create fire hazards.
3️⃣ Walls & Ceilings 🚪
✔ Signs: Scurrying sounds inside walls, drywall damage, bad odors.
✔ Why It’s a Problem: Raccoons tear through walls looking for shelter.
4️⃣ Roof & Soffits 🏚
✔ Signs: Visible roof damage, chewed vents, raccoons climbing onto the house.
✔ Why It’s a Problem: They pry open soffits & vents to enter attics.
5️⃣ Crawl Spaces & Basements 🏗
✔ Signs: Nesting debris, droppings, strong odors.
✔ Why It’s a Problem: Raccoons chew wires & insulation, causing home damage.
6️⃣ Under Decks & Porches 🌳
✔ Signs: Raccoon tracks, scattered trash, nesting materials.
✔ Why It’s a Problem: They create dens that lead to ongoing infestations.
7️⃣ Garbage Cans & Yard 🗑
✔ Signs: Trash knocked over, food scraps, raccoon paw prints.
✔ Why It’s a Problem: Frequent food sources attract more raccoons, increasing the risk of home entry.
