Raccoons are strong, clever nocturnal animals that den in attics, chimneys, and crawlspaces — most often a female looking for a safe place to raise young in spring.

How to identify the Raccoon

Stocky gray animals with a black mask and ringed tail, 2–3 feet including the tail. Tracks look like small handprints.

Behavior & biology

Powerful and dexterous, they tear open soffits and vents, use chimneys as dens, and forage at night in trash and pet food.

Why Raccoons are a problem

They cause significant structural damage, and their droppings can carry roundworm, a human health risk. A cornered raccoon can be aggressive.

Signs of an infestation

Loud nighttime movement overhead, torn soffits or vents, tracks, droppings in attics or on roofs, and sounds of young in spring.

How we handle Raccoons in the CSRA

Raccoons require humane removal — including any young — and secure exclusion of entry points. Our wildlife & pest control team manages it safely. Call 803-226-3155 to schedule. Browse the full pest library.