Raccoon Baby Season Is Here – Why Professional Raccoon Removal Is Essential for Your Property1/30/2025 As winter transitions into spring, Toronto homeowners should prepare for an increase in raccoon activity. Raccoon baby season is just around the corner, with the first litters expected to arrive within the next two weeks. During this time, pregnant raccoons actively seek out warm, enclosed spaces to give birth, and unfortunately, attics, chimneys, crawl spaces, and garages provide the perfect nesting spots.
If you’re already hearing scratching noises, noticing damage to your roof, or finding raccoon droppings near your property, it’s time to act fast. Removing raccoons after babies are born becomes even more challenging, and improper handling can lead to serious property damage, aggressive raccoon behavior, and health risks. Hiring unqualified or unlicensed wildlife removal services can make matters worse. Trapping a mother raccoon without removing her babies first can lead to orphaned kits left behind, creating a horrible odor, attracting flies, and causing structural damage. That’s why TSR Pest Control and Wildlife Removal takes a humane, effective, and professional approach to raccoon removal and prevention. With years of experience, advanced tools, and a deep understanding of raccoon behavior, TSR ensures safe removal while minimizing risks to both your property and the raccoons. Read on to learn why you should never ignore a raccoon infestation, why baby season requires a professional approach, and how TSR provides lasting protection for your home. Why Baby Raccoon Season Poses Unique Challenges for Homeowners 1. Raccoons Become More Aggressive A mother raccoon is extremely protective of her babies. If she feels threatened, she may hiss, growl, or even attack if someone gets too close to her nest. This makes DIY removal extremely dangerous for homeowners. Even untrained wildlife control services can provoke defensive behavior if they attempt to remove raccoons without the right tools and techniques. That’s why TSR’s experts use specialized equipment and humane methods to encourage the raccoons to relocate their young naturally. 2. Babies Are Hidden Deep in the Attic or Walls Unlike adult raccoons, baby raccoons can’t move on their own for several weeks. They are often hidden deep within insulation, behind walls, or tucked away in unreachable corners of the attic. Simply removing the mother won’t solve the problem. At TSR, our trained professionals conduct a thorough inspection using thermal imaging and motion-sensing equipment to locate all babies before eviction begins. If necessary, we safely retrieve them and place them in a heated reunion box to allow the mother to relocate them to a safer den. 3. Raccoons Cause Costly Property Damage A single raccoon can tear through shingles, vents, soffits, and wooden beams in search of shelter. When babies are involved, the damage can escalate quickly.
Ignoring a raccoon problem only makes the damage worse. That’s why TSR doesn’t just remove raccoons—we repair and reinforce your home to prevent future infestations. 4. Health Risks from Raccoon Infestations Raccoons are known carriers of diseases that can be transmitted to humans and pets, including:
Simply cleaning up raccoon waste without proper protective gear can expose you to these dangerous pathogens. TSR ensures your home is fully sanitized and safe for your family after raccoon removal. How TSR Safely Removes Raccoon Families During Baby Season TSR Pest Control and Wildlife Removal follows a proven, humane, and highly effective process for raccoon removal, designed to protect both your property and the animals. 1. Comprehensive Inspection Our experts locate all entry points, nesting sites, and signs of baby raccoons using: ✅ Thermal imaging cameras to detect heat signatures of hidden raccoon kits. ✅ Motion detection cameras to monitor mother raccoon activity. ✅ Attic and crawl space inspections to assess damage. 2. Safe & Humane Raccoon RemovalTSR never uses harmful traps or poisons. Instead, we: ✅ Install one-way eviction doors to allow mother raccoons to leave naturally. ✅ Manually retrieve baby raccoons and place them in a heated reunion box outside. ✅ Give the mother time to relocate her babies to an alternate den site. 3. Raccoon-Proofing & Property Protection After the raccoons are safely removed, TSR secures your home against future invasions by: ✅ Sealing all entry points using durable, chew-proof materials. ✅ Installing raccoon-proof vent covers and chimney caps. ✅ Reinforcing weak areas of your roof and soffits. ✅ Cleaning and sanitizing affected areas to remove bacteria, feces, and urine odors. 4. Follow-Up & Long-Term Prevention We don’t just remove raccoons—we ensure they never return. Our prevention methods provide long-lasting protection and include: ✔ Expert advice on securing garbage bins and removing attractants. ✔ Monitoring services for ongoing wildlife activity. ✔ A warranty on our exclusion work, so you stay protected. Why Choose TSR for Raccoon Removal in Toronto? ✅ Experienced & Certified Technicians – Our team has years of experience handling complex raccoon infestations. ✅ Humane & Legal Methods – We follow Ontario wildlife removal regulations to ensure safe, ethical practices. ✅ Guaranteed Results – Our raccoon-proofing solutions provide long-term protection. ✅ Fast, Reliable Service – We offer same-day emergency raccoon removal across Toronto & the GTA. Call TSR Before Raccoon Baby Season Takes Over!With raccoon babies arriving in the next two weeks, now is the time to take action. Delaying removal will only make the problem worse and increase damage repair costs. 📞 Call TSR Pest Control & Wildlife Removal Today! Our expert team is ready to safely and effectively remove raccoon families from your home while ensuring long-term protection. Protect your home, your family, and your peace of mind with Toronto’s #1 raccoon removal specialists!
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Check out our latest YouTube video. We found an unexpected animal behind this bedroom wall.1/25/2025 It started as an ordinary day at TSR Pest Control, with our team preparing to respond to various wildlife calls from across Toronto. One call, however, stood out from the rest. A homeowner reached out, distressed by strange scratching noises and the sound of movement coming from the wall directly behind their bed. Little did we know, this routine call would lead us to a rare and fascinating encounter with a white weasel, also known as an ermine. This blog post recounts the events of that day, provides insights into the habits of weasels, and highlights the importance of professional wildlife removal services.
The Homeowner’s Call for Help For days, the homeowner had been hearing unsettling noises at night, disrupting their sleep. They described faint scratching sounds, as if an animal was clawing at the interior of the wall. Occasionally, there were also soft thuds and the sound of something moving within the space. Naturally, they were concerned about the potential damage to their home—and the possibility of an unwanted guest nesting behind their wall. When we arrived, the homeowner’s frustration and exhaustion were palpable. Our first step was to assure them that we would resolve the issue quickly and safely. We explained our inspection process and set out to identify the source of the disturbance. Using Advanced Tools for Accurate Wildlife Identification Our team is equipped with advanced technology, including thermal imaging cameras, to locate wildlife hiding in difficult-to-reach spaces. This particular situation required precision, as the sounds were coming from inside the wall behind the homeowner’s bed—a high-stress area for anyone dealing with nocturnal disturbances. Using the thermal imaging camera, we scanned the wall and pinpointed a small heat signature moving within the cavity. Based on its size and activity level, our initial assumption was that the culprit was a squirrel, a common intruder in Toronto homes. Squirrels often find their way into walls and attics, especially during colder months, seeking warmth and shelter. However, what we found was far more extraordinary. The Unexpected Culprit: A Rare White Weasel After carefully cutting a small access point into the wall, we prepared traps and tools to safely remove the animal. The moment of truth came when we saw a sleek, white creature darting within the cavity. It was not a squirrel at all, but a white weasel, also known as an ermine. Seeing an ermine in an urban environment is incredibly rare, especially inside a home. White weasels are more commonly found in rural and forested areas. Their winter coats—a striking pure white—help them blend seamlessly into snowy landscapes, making them effective predators in their natural habitat. In Toronto, their presence is uncommon, as they generally avoid human settlements. This particular weasel likely entered the home in search of shelter or food, possibly through a gap or an unnoticed opening in the structure. Challenges of Safely Capturing a White Weasel Weasels are known for their agility and speed, and this one was no exception. Despite its small size, it put up a spirited struggle as we worked to safely capture it. Quick and nimble, it darted around the confined space, requiring patience and skill from our team to ensure its safe removal. After a few minutes of careful maneuvering, we successfully captured the weasel without causing it any harm. The homeowner watched in awe as we gently placed the ermine in a secure container for transportation. Seeing this rare and beautiful creature up close was a unique experience for everyone involved. While it was a stressful event for the homeowner, the outcome provided an unexpected moment of wonder. Understanding the White Weasel (Ermine) White weasels, also called ermines, are a species of the stoat family. They are small carnivorous mammals with a slender body, short legs, and a tail tipped with black. During the winter, their fur turns white, allowing them to camouflage in snowy environments. This seasonal adaptation helps them evade predators and hunt prey, which primarily consists of rodents, birds, and small mammals. Despite their beauty, weasels are tenacious hunters and can become aggressive when threatened. Their small size allows them to squeeze through tiny openings, making them effective at finding their way into structures if conditions are favorable. While they generally avoid urban areas, it’s not impossible for them to enter homes in search of warmth or food. Why Professional Wildlife Removal Matters This unusual case underscores the importance of professional wildlife removal services. Removing wildlife from homes is not just about resolving an inconvenience; it’s about ensuring the safety of both the animal and the residents. Here are some key reasons why calling professionals is essential:
The Relocation Process After capturing the ermine, we transported it to a suitable habitat outside the city where it could thrive in its natural environment. Relocation is a critical part of our process, ensuring that animals are returned to environments where they can survive and contribute to the ecosystem without posing risks to human dwellings. In this case, the ermine was released in a rural area with plenty of natural shelter and food sources. Watching it dart off into the wild was a satisfying conclusion to this unique wildlife removal case. Reflections on a Unique Encounter This case was a reminder of the unexpected beauty and wonder that wildlife can bring, even in the middle of a city like Toronto. While the homeowner’s experience was undoubtedly stressful, the resolution provided a glimpse into the fascinating world of wildlife that exists just beyond our everyday lives. Encounters like this also serve as an important reminder to homeowners about the importance of securing their properties against wildlife. Small gaps, cracks, and openings can provide easy access for animals, leading to situations like this one. Regular inspections and preventative measures can go a long way in keeping your home wildlife-free. How TSR Pest Control Can Help At TSR Pest Control, we specialize in humane and effective wildlife removal services across Toronto and the surrounding areas. Whether you’re dealing with common intruders like squirrels and raccoons or rare visitors like this white weasel, our team is equipped to handle the situation with professionalism and care. Here’s what sets us apart:
What began as a simple call to address scratching noises in a wall turned into a rare and memorable encounter with a white weasel. For the homeowner, it was an unexpected adventure that ended with peace of mind and a story to tell. For our team at TSR Pest Control, it was a reminder of why we do what we do: to protect homes, ensure the safety of wildlife, and bring a sense of wonder to every case we handle. If you’re hearing strange noises or suspect wildlife activity in your home, don’t hesitate to contact us. TSR Pest Control is here to help, no matter how common or exotic the intruder may be. |
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