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Last Updated: August 23, 2026
North York Raccoon Removal
North York Raccoon Removal & Exclusion
If you're hearing heavy movement above the ceiling or have found damage around a soffit, roof vent or chimney, a raccoon may have gained access to the building.
Guard More Pest Control provides professional raccoon removal and wildlife exclusion throughout North York.
The objective isn't simply to chase an animal away.
We identify how it got into the property, remove it using an appropriate humane exclusion process and then secure the structural access point.
Hearing Movement in the Attic?
Humane Exclusion | Roof & Attic Inspection | Structural Protection | Lifetime Coverage on Installed Coverings*
*Coverage applies to Guard More-installed coverings provided they are not removed or modified by human activity.
Raccoon Removal in North York
North York's mixture of detached homes, semi-detached properties, older housing and renovated or extended properties means there can be numerous roof configurations and potential wildlife access points.
Common vulnerabilities include:
- Soffits
- Fascia
- Roof vents
- Chimneys
- Roof-to-wall junctions
- Damaged roof decking
- Structural gaps
- Areas around additions and roof transitions
- Exterior inspection
- Attic inspection
- Roofline assessment
- Identification of active entry points
- Baby raccoon assessment
- One-way exclusion
- Exit confirmation
- Permanent entry-point protection
- Secondary exclusion
- Vent and chimney protection
- Attic contamination assessment
Signs You May Have a Raccoon in the Attic
Heavy Footsteps
Raccoons create noticeably heavier movement than rodents.
Night-Time Thumping or Scratching
Raccoons are primarily nocturnal, making evening and overnight activity particularly noticeable.
Damaged Soffits
A pulled-back or damaged soffit can indicate an active entry point.
Damaged Roof Vents
Raccoons can exploit inadequately protected roof vents.
Droppings or Urine
Established denning can contaminate attic insulation and other materials.
Insulation Damage
Insulation can become compressed, disturbed or contaminated.
Repeated Roof Activity
Seeing raccoons repeatedly travelling onto the same part of the roof can indicate an established access route.
If you suspect an animal is inside, don't permanently close the opening until the structure has been properly assessed.
Where Raccoons Enter North York Homes
Soffits & Fascia
Loose soffit panels and weakened fascia can provide an accessible route into attic spaces.
Roof Vents
Standard vent screens may not provide sufficient wildlife resistance.
Roof-to-Wall Junctions
Extensions, additions and changes in roof elevation can create protected junctions that wildlife may exploit.
Chimneys
Open or inadequately protected chimneys can provide a direct route into sheltered spaces.
Damaged Building Materials
Rotten wood and deteriorated roof components are easier for a raccoon to manipulate.
Guard More checks the active opening and the surrounding structure.
There is little point securing one opening if another obvious weakness remains a few metres away.
Our North York Raccoon Removal Process
1. Inspection
A Guard More technician assesses the roofline, attic, vents, soffits, fascia, chimney and other potential wildlife access points.
We look for:
- Active openings
- Wildlife tracks
- Nesting evidence
- Droppings
- Urine staining
- Insulation damage
- Structural damage
- Secondary vulnerabilities
2. Baby Raccoon Assessment
Before exclusion, we determine whether kits (young raccoons) may be present.
If kits are inside, the removal strategy changes.
3. One-Way Exclusion
Where appropriate, Guard More installs a one-way wildlife door at the active entry point.
The raccoon can leave but cannot return through the same opening.
The device is typically left in place for at least 4-7 days, depending on conditions.
4. Confirm Exit
Permanent closure occurs after we're satisfied the animal has left.
5. Secure the Entry Point
The temporary exclusion device is removed and the opening is permanently reinforced.
Secondary vulnerabilities can also be protected.
6. Assess the Attic
Guard More can assess contamination, insulation damage and other remediation requirements after removal.
Baby Raccoon Removal in North York
Spring and early summer wildlife jobs require particular care because a female may be denning with kits.
Simply installing a one-way door without checking can leave the young trapped inside.
Guard More's baby-season approach is designed to allow the mother to reunite with and relocate her kits where possible.
That helps avoid:
- Young animals being sealed inside
- Additional structural damage from the mother
- Dead wildlife inside the attic
- Odour
- Secondary insect activity
Permanent Raccoon Exclusion
The real long-term asset here is the exclusion work.
Depending on the property, Guard More can use:
Galvanized Steel Mesh
For roof vents, soffit vents, gable vents and other openings.
Steel Flashing
For vulnerable roof junctions and structural gaps.
Wildlife-Rated Chimney and Vent Caps
For open or vulnerable chimney and vent systems.
One-Way Wildlife Doors
Used during the active removal stage.
Guard More's current material specifications include minimum 24-gauge galvanized steel mesh for wildlife screens and minimum 20-gauge galvanized steel for flashing applications.
Foam by itself isn't considered an adequate permanent raccoon barrier.
Lifetime Coverage on Installed Wildlife Coverings
Guard More currently provides a lifetime guarantee on installed wildlife exclusion coverings, provided they have not been removed or modified through human activity.
The guarantee applies to Guard More's installed coverings.
It does not mean a property can never develop another unrelated structural vulnerability elsewhere.
Raccoon Attic Damage & Contamination
A raccoon living inside an attic can leave more than an entry hole.
Potential problems include:
- Fecal contamination
- Urine contamination
- Damaged insulation
- Compressed insulation
- Nesting material
- Damaged vents
- Structural wear
Raccoon feces can carry Baylisascaris procyonis, or raccoon roundworm.
Contaminated materials should therefore be handled appropriately.
Guard More can assess the attic after exclusion and advise whether professional remediation is required.
How Much Does Raccoon Removal Cost in North York?
Pricing depends on the building and required exclusion work.
Important variables include:
- Roof size and complexity
- Accessibility
- Number of entry points
- Presence of young raccoons
- Amount of structural exclusion
- Vent or chimney protection
- Attic contamination
- Remediation requirements
Guard More provides an itemized written quote.
Current indicative ranges from the general Guard More service include:
Actual pricing depends on the property and work required.
Why Choose Guard More for Raccoon Removal in North York?
Humane One-Way Removal
Where appropriate, wildlife is allowed to exit through a one-way exclusion device rather than simply being sealed inside.Actual pricing depends on the property and work required.
Baby-Season Protocol
The property is assessed for young raccoons before exclusion.
Removal + Structural Exclusion
Guard More tackles the access point as well as the animal.
Wildlife-Resistant Materials
Professional steel mesh, flashing and wildlife-rated coverings are used where appropriate.
Working at Heights Trained
Guard More states that technicians carrying out roof-access work hold Working at Heights certification.
Lifetime Covering Guarantee
Installed wildlife exclusion coverings currently carry lifetime coverage subject to Guard More's terms.
What Our Raccoon Customers Say
★★★★★ Wayne Wright
had a raccoon issue they came really fast and took care of the problem and the rate was really good priced i recommend their service and he was very friendly
North York Raccoon Removal FAQs
How do I know if a raccoon is in my attic?
Guard More identifies the active opening, checks for young and, where appropriate, installs a one-way exclusion device. After exit is confirmed, the opening is permanently secured.
How do you remove the raccoon?
Guard More inspects the property, checks for young and can install a one-way exclusion device at the active opening where appropriate.
How long is the one-way door installed?
Typically at least 4-7 days, although weather, activity and baby-season conditions can alter the timeline.
Do you permanently seal the opening?
Yes. Once exit is confirmed, the active opening is secured using appropriate wildlife-resistant materials.
Can you protect other roof openings?
Yes. Guard More can identify and quote for secondary wildlife vulnerabilities such as vents, soffits, chimneys and structural gaps.
Do you inspect the attic afterwards?
Yes. The attic can be assessed for contamination, damaged insulation and other remediation requirements.
How much does raccoon removal cost in North York?
The final price depends on the roof, access, number of openings, whether young are present and the exclusion work required. Guard More provides an itemized quote.
Need Raccoon Removal in North York?
If a raccoon is inside the attic, getting the animal out is only part of the job.
The access point also needs to be identified and secured.
Guard More provides professional raccoon inspection, humane removal and structural wildlife exclusion throughout North York.
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