Raccoon Removal & Control
Humane raccoon removal from attics, chimneys, and sheds — with full exclusion to keep them out for good.
The Problem
The Raccoon Problem
Raccoons are smart, strong, and determined. In the GTA, they've learned that attics, chimneys, and sheds make excellent dens — and once inside, they tear insulation, chew wires, and leave droppings that can carry raccoon roundworm, a serious health hazard. A raccoon in your attic can cause thousands of dollars in damage.
They're most active at night, so you'll hear thumping, chattering, or crying sounds after dark. Spring is birthing season, and mothers seek out attics to raise their kits — a situation that requires careful, legal handling.
The Causes
What Causes Raccoons to Move In
Raccoons enter through damaged soffits, loose roof vents, uncapped chimneys, gaps in siding, and weak spots in your roofline. They're strong enough to tear shingles and bend flashing. They're attracted by shelter (especially for raising young) and by food — garbage, compost, pet food, and bird seed.
Mature trees, overgrown shrubs, and roof-level access make it easy for raccoons to reach your roof. Once one raccoon finds a way in, the scent attracts others. Unsealed chimneys are a particularly common entry point.
What Marsh Does
Roof & Attic Inspection
We inspect your roof, attic, and exterior to locate the raccoon, identify all entry points, and check for nesting young — critical for legal, humane removal.
Humane Removal
We use one-way doors that let raccoons exit but not re-enter, and live trapping where needed. If babies are present, we carefully remove and reunite them with the mother outside.
Exclusion & Sealing
We seal every entry point with heavy-duty, raccoon-proof materials — repaired soffits, capped chimneys, secured vents — so they can't get back in.
Cleanup & Prevention
We remove contaminated insulation and droppings, sanitize the attic, and advise on garbage and habitat management to keep raccoons away.
What to Expect
What You Can Expect
We respond within 1 hour and offer same-day or next-day inspections. A single raccoon is usually removed within a few days using a one-way door. Situations with nesting babies require special handling and may take longer — Ontario regulations require humane treatment of baby raccoons, and we follow them strictly.
We guarantee our exclusion work: if a raccoon gets back in through a sealed area, we come back to fix it.
Pricing
Best Prices Guaranteed
We have the best prices — contact us for a free quote. Call (647) 330-5601 or fill out the form below and we'll get back to you fast.
When to Call
When You Should Call
Call right away if you hear thumping or chattering in your attic at night, see a raccoon entering your roof or chimney, find torn shingles or vents, or notice a strong odour in your attic. Raccoon damage escalates quickly — torn insulation, chewed wires, and contaminated ceilings get worse and more expensive the longer it's left.
Why Marsh
A local team you can trust.
Professional Service
We approach every job with proper inspection and identification before recommending treatment.
Available 7 Days a Week
Pest and wildlife problems don't wait for convenient timing — and we're available to help.
We Stand Behind Our Work
We do the job properly and follow up where follow-up is needed.
Upfront Pricing
Clear quotes with no surprise fees. You know what you're paying for before we start.
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