What About Raccoons?

• They are famous for their black fur mask surrounding their eyes.
• Their bodies are 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 feet in length. With tail, they look much bigger.
• Raccoons may be as light as 7 lbs or as heavy as 20+ lbs.
• These are intelligent animals that are active at night (nocturnal).

Do You Have a Raccoon Infestation?

• The answer is “yes” if you see multiple raccoons on your property on a regular basis.

Are They Dangerous?

• As mammals, they my carry rabies, and as wild animals they have parasites and diseases you might catch.
• Like any wild animal, a raccoon will defend itself with its teeth and claws. This may put your pets and you at risk of attack.
• Raccoon fecal matter contains parasites and other pathogens.

How Should you Handle Raccoons?

• Use metal garbage cans with tops secured by metal straps
• Make sure your garbage cans remain upright.
• Check that your chimney caps are metallic.
• Ensure your garage, attic, shed(s) and other similar spaces are secure..
• Don’t leave pet food and other edibles outside and unprotected. You will attract raccoons with your offer of a free meal.
• Cover your pool and any water features (e.g. fish pond) securely.
• Spread a commercial Raccoon repellent around the property.
• If the commercial repellent doesn’t do the trick, contact Hamptons Wildlife Removal. We will humanely trap and remove the offending raccoon(s) now, and help you keep them away in the future.