Raccoon removal in Richmond Hill was urgently needed when a homeowner near Bayview Avenue and Elgin Mills Road contacted us after hearing persistent scratching and heavy walking noises from their attic. Worried about the disturbance and potential structural damage, they asked our team to conduct a thorough inspection. Our technician arrived promptly, starting inside the attic to check for wildlife activity, droppings, and nesting signs. The evidence clearly pointed to raccoons using the attic as shelter, and immediate action was required to prevent further damage.
After inspecting the attic, the technician went onto the roof to search for the raccoon’s entry point. He quickly found a large hole in the shingles that had been ripped open by raccoons, located in a vulnerable section of the roof. This opening allowed the animals to freely enter and exit the attic. To solve the problem, our technician installed a one-way door over the hole, enabling the raccoon to leave without being able to return. For extra security, he surrounded the area with heavy-duty galvanized wire mesh, making the repair strong and resistant to future attempts by wildlife.
During the inspection, the technician even spotted the raccoon walking across the roof, confirming it was still actively using the property. The timing of the one-way door installation ensured the raccoon would exit safely while preventing further harm to the home. Once the raccoon leaves, we will return to remove the one-way door and permanently seal the entry point with durable materials, restoring the roof’s integrity and ensuring the homeowner near Bayview Avenue and Elgin Mills Road remains raccoon-free.
