Cedar Rapids Raccoon Removal

Call us any time for raccoon removal and wildlife removal in the Cedar Rapids area. I have spoken with the field technician in Cedar Rapids and he fully understands Iowa raccoons and their behavior, and the proper methods for humane removal. For me to recommend him, he has agreed to abide by rules of humane wildlife removal, all Linn County and Iowa wildlife laws, and have a thorough understanding of wildlife biology and the concerns associated with critter removal, such as the welfare of the animals, the presence of baby raccoons in the attic, and the need to perform complete wildlife removal services with permanent results, utilizing techniques such as home inspections, preventative repairs, and animal waste cleanup.

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Here is some additional information about our Cedar Rapids wildlife removal and raccoon control services. We operate in the the Cedar Rapids area, and we cover Linn County, Jones County, Cedar County, Johnson County, Iowa County, & Benton County. We service the towns of Marion, Hiawatha, Anamosa, Maquoketa, Coralville, Iowa City, Vinton, and more.

Cedar Rapids Iowa Raccoon Control Situation: Raccoon infestation can be a serious problem, and often times you would be tempted to handle the problem yourself. Professional service even thou costly, can save you a lot of trouble in the long run. Raccoons are very smart creatures, and simple methods like using mothballs, making loud noises or leaving the lights on won't deter them.

Moreover, raccoons can carry a number of diseases like rabies, roundworms and leptospirosis. These can be fatal for human beings and infection can spread through direct and indirect contact. Raccoons can infect your surroundings by pooping in the swimming pool, urinating in your vegetable patches or scratching you if they feel threatened. Some parasites like roundworms can spread simply though air.

Professionals are trained for handling different types of raccoons. They have the proper tools for the job, and can relocate the raccoon to a safe distance. They also know what to do if they come across a sick raccoon that might be carrying rabies. Furthermore, they are aware of the laws that each state has for eradication of raccoons, and can do the job more resourcefully.

The benefit of hiring a pro is that they not only remove the raccoon but also find out why it entered the premises in the first place. Their experience of working with raccoons gives them insight into their living and breeding habits. They follow the raccoon's path and chart down all the possible entry points into the house and the resources that are keeping the raccoon well fed. They can also advise you on preventive measures that you need to take to keep out raccoons in the future.

Professionals sometimes use cages to capture raccoons based on their size and the place where they are hiding. Setting traps is a tedious task, and it can leave you or your children in danger if you don't do it carefully. Professional help is a much better choice here and sometimes the only option because some US states do not allow homeowners to remove wildlife themselves. You could face legal charges if you tried to do the job yourself, and that might leave you in a bigger financial hurdle than hiring a pro in the first place.

Raccoons babies are harder to find and their nests are hidden well out of sight. The signs of raccoon younglings might not appear immediately until you start hearing noises. If you have driven out their mother or put her in a cage, the raccoon babies will begin to cry for food. They might die out of hunger and start to decay. You might end up with a bigger problem than what you started with. The decaying raccoons are not only a birth ground for diseases but also leave a bad smell in the house. You will have to hire a professional anyway to get rid of such a mess. They will first locate the nest and then dispose of the babies if they have died or relocate them if there is any chance of their survival.

If you wish to learn more, click on the How to Get Rid of Raccoons in the Attic home page. For wildlife control, animal trapping services, and raccoon control in Linn County, Iowa, call us at 319-774-8730, and ask to talk about raccoons in the attic in Cedar Rapids, IA.