RACCOON REMOVALÂ COLUMBIA, SC
Professional Raccoon Removal & Exclusion for Columbia-Area Homes
Hearing heavy footsteps, scratching or thumping in your attic? Raccoons can damage soffits, vents, insulation and other areas of your home. Carolina Critters provides professional raccoon removal in Columbia, SC and surrounding communities, including humane removal, exclusion and prevention to help keep raccoons from returning.
raccoons in the Attic?
attics can provide raccoons with exactly what they are looking for - a warm dry and protected place to shelter or raise young.
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once a raccoon gains access through a damaged soffit, roof return, vent or another vulnerable area, it may begin using the attic as a den. because raccoons are primarily active at night, homeowners often first discover the problem after hearing heavy footsteps, thumping, scratching or movement above the ceiling after dark.Â
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a raccoon living in the attic may also leave behind:
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🟠Disturbed or compressed insulation
🟠Droppings and urine
🟠Nesting or denning areas
🟠Raccoon Feces inside the attic
🟠Strong or unusual odors
🟠Damaged soffits, vents, or roof materials
🟠Tracks or travel paths through insulation
🟠Additional damage around the entry point
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and there's another important consideration: baby raccoons
female raccoons may use attic as protected den sites for raising their young. if babies are present, the situation needs to be handled appropriately before an active entry point is sealed.Â
Signs You May Have Raccoons in Your Home
strange NOISES AT NIGHT
Heavy footsteps, thumping or scratching from the attic, especially after dark.Â
roof & soffit damage
Torn or displaced roof vents, damaged soffits or openings along roof returns and eaves.Â
tracks & droppings
Tracks, droppings or disturbed insulation found in attics or around the home.Â
raccoon activity
Repeated raccoon activity on the roof or around the same area of your home or property.Â
REAL RACCOON ACTIVITY - CAROLINA CRITTERS IN THE FIELD
These are real photos from Carolina Critters service calls in the Columbia, SC area. From raccoons around homes and yards to animals accessing structures, our team encounters wildlife problems like these everyday.Â
RACCOON ACTIVITY AROUND COLUMBIA-AREA HOMES
Raccoons are skilled climbers and may use nearby trees, fences, and structures to reach roofs, soffits, and other potential entry points.Â
REAL RACCOON SERVICE REMOVAL CALL
This raccoon was discovered alongside a Columbia-Area home during an actual Carolina Critters wildlife service call.Â
RACCOON ENTRY POINTS CAN BE EASY TO MISS
Raccoons can take advantage of vulnerable areas around rooflines, soffits and other openings to gain access to a home. Carolina Critters inspects these areas to identify potential entry points and develop an appropriate exclusion plan.
how do raccoons get in the Attic?
Raccoons are strong, persistent animals that can exploit weak or damaged areas of a home - and sometimes enlarge small openings to gain access.Â
common raccoon entry points
🟠Damaged or loose soffits
🟠Roof returns
🟠fascia gaps
🟠Attic vents
🟠Gable vents
🟠Roofline openings
🟠Chimneys
🟠Damaged roofing
🟠Openings where different roof sections meet
Trees, fences and nearby structures can also give raccoons easy access to your roof. Carolina Critters inspects more than the obvious opening - we look for the conditions and access points that allowed the raccoon into the structure in the first place.Â
finding the raccoon is only half the job. finding how it got in - helps keep it from happening again.
OUR RACCOON REMOVAL PROCESS
IN COLUMBIA, SC
Every wildlife situation is different, but our goal remains the same:
Remove the raccoon and address the reason it was able to enter.
 Inspect
Property & Wildlife Inspection
We begin by looking for evidence of raccoon activity inside and outside the structure, including the attic, roofline, soffits, vents, crawlspace and other accessible areas.
identify
Locate Entry Points & Damage
Once activity is confirmed, we identify all entry points, damage and vulnerabilities the raccoon may be using or could use in the future.Â
plan
Determine the Proper Removal Strategy
We develop a customized removal plan based on the animal's location, behavior, and the specific conditions of your property.Â
remove
Professional Raccoon Removal
Using humane, effective wildlife-control methods, we remove the raccoon safely from the structure.
protect
Exclusion & Entry-Point Repair
We seal and repair entry points, reinforce vulnerable areas and help prevent future wildlife problems.Â
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OUR PROCESS IS BUILT ON
EXPERIENCE, CARE & PREVENTION.
We don't just remove raccoons.
WE HELP KEEP THEM OUT FOR GOOD.
BABY RACCOON
REMOVAL
Baby raccoons in the attic, chimney or crawlspace require special attention. Removing the mother without locating her young can leave babies trapped inside the structure. Carolina Critters evaluates the entire den site, safely addresses both the mother and the babies, and identifies entry points that need to be secured.Â
inspect
We locate the nest, check for damage and identify the problem.
remove
We safely remove baby raccoons and relocate them with their mother when possible.
clean & sanitize
We clean and sanitize the affected areas and remove odors.
seal
We repair and seal entry points to keep raccoons out for good.
prevent
We offer prevention solutions to protect your home long term.
THE DAMAGE
RACCOONS CAN CAUSE SERIOUS DAMAGE
Raccoons may look harmless, but they can wreak havoc on your property. From tearing apart insulation to chewing wires, their destructive behavior can lead to expensive repairs and health risks.Â
Don't wait until minor issues become major problems.
destroyed insulation
Raccoons tear up insulation for nesting, reducing energy efficiency and increasing utility bills.Â
chewed wiring
They chew on electrical wires, creating fire hazards and risking expensive electrical damage
contaminated attic
Feces and urine contaminate your attic, creating foul odors and serious health hazards.
damaged roof & soffits
Raccoons rip open vents, soffits, and roof edges to gain entry, leading to structural damage.
runied ductwork & vents
They damage ductwork, and vents, impacting your HVAC system and indoor air quality.
messy & noisy unwanted guests
Raccoons are loud, destructive, and messy- not the kind of guests you want at home.Â
RACCOON DAMAGE GETS WORSE OVER TIME.
WE STOP IT IN ITS TRACKS.
Protect your home, your health, and your wallet.
CALL CAROLINA CRITTERS TODAY!
Frequently Asked Questions About Raccoon Removal
How can I tell if a raccoon is in my attic?
Raccoons are larger than squirrels, rats and mice, so their movement can sound surprisingly heavy. Homeowners may hear footsteps, thumping, scratching or vocalizations—particularly at night. Damage around soffits, vents or rooflines may provide additional clues.
Can I just seal the hole?
Don't seal a known active raccoon entry point until you've determined that the animal—and any young—are no longer inside. Closing an opening prematurely can trap wildlife within the structure and create additional problems.
Why do raccoons get into attics?
Attics provide protected shelter. Raccoons may discover existing construction gaps or take advantage of damaged or weakened areas around soffits, vents and rooflines.
Do you repair raccoon entry points?
Depending on the location and condition of the opening, Carolina Critters can recommend or provide exclusion and repair solutions designed to reduce future wildlife entry.
Do you provide raccoon removal outside Columbia?
Yes. Carolina Critters provides wildlife services throughout Columbia and many surrounding Midlands communities. Call 803-528-2828 to confirm service availability at your property.
Can a raccoon have babies in my attic?
Yes. Female raccoons may use protected structural spaces as den sites for raising young. The possibility of babies is one reason a raccoon problem should be evaluated before an active entry point is sealed.
Do you remove raccoons from crawlspaces?
Yes. Raccoons may use crawlspaces and other protected areas around homes. We can inspect the property, evaluate the activity and determine an appropriate wildlife-control strategy.
Got Raccoons? Call Carolina Critters.
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Don't let those heavy footsteps above your ceiling turn into a bigger wildlife problem.
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If you suspect a raccoon is living in your attic, crawlspace or another part of your property, Carolina Critters can inspect the situation, determine how the animal is getting in and develop an appropriate removal and prevention plan.
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Professional Raccoon Inspection • Removal • Exclusion • Prevention
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Serving Columbia, SC & Surrounding Areas
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