Raccoons may look harmless, but they can create major health and property problems for homeowners and businesses throughout the Lower Mainland. One of the biggest dangers associated with raccoons is their feces, which can contain harmful parasites and bacteria that pose serious risks to humans and pets.
At Go Green Pest Control, we help property owners safely remove raccoons, clean contaminated areas, and prevent future infestations.
Why Raccoon Feces Are Dangerous
Raccoon droppings are more than just unpleasant — they can carry dangerous parasites, including Baylisascaris procyonis, commonly known as raccoon roundworm. The eggs from this parasite can survive in soil and contaminated areas for years.
Humans and pets can become infected through accidental contact with contaminated surfaces or airborne particles during cleanup. In severe cases, exposure can lead to serious neurological illness.
Raccoon feces may also contain:
- Harmful bacteria
- Parasites
- Fungal spores
- Diseases transmissible to pets and humans
Children and pets are especially vulnerable if raccoons have contaminated yards, decks, attics, sheds, or crawl spaces.
Common Signs of a Raccoon Problem
You may have raccoons on your property if you notice:
- Droppings in attics, roofs, decks, or yards
- Noises in ceilings or walls at night
- Torn insulation or damaged vents
- Garbage scattered around the property
- Strong odours coming from attic spaces
- Tracks or nesting materials
Raccoons often create “latrine sites,” where they repeatedly leave feces in the same location.
Never Clean Raccoon Feces Without Protection
Disturbing raccoon droppings without proper protection can release dangerous particles into the air. Sweeping or vacuuming contaminated material can increase exposure risks.
Professional cleanup is strongly recommended for contaminated attics, crawl spaces, roofs, and heavily affected outdoor areas.
At Go Green Pest Control, we use proper safety procedures and sanitation methods to safely handle raccoon contamination.
How Go Green Pest Control Can Help
Our trained technicians provide:
- Humane raccoon removal
- Entry point inspections
- Exclusion and prevention services
- Safe feces removal and sanitation
- Odour control
- Attic and crawl space cleanup
We focus on long-term prevention to help keep raccoons from returning.
Protect Your Home and Family
If you suspect raccoons have been living on your property, it is important to act quickly before contamination spreads or structural damage becomes worse.
Go Green Pest Control provides professional raccoon control services throughout the Lower Mainland.
Contact Go Green Pest Control
📞 778-886-4111
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Call today to schedule an inspection and protect your home from raccoon-related health hazards.
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