Job Overview
Location: Bolton, Ontario
Structure: Two-story detached house
Problem: Raccoon activity in the roof
Service: Humane raccoon removal and wildlife exclusion
Visits: 2
Summary
Wildlife Shield completed a two-visit raccoon removal and exclusion project after the homeowner reported noises coming from the roof. Technician Ardian confirmed raccoon activity, identified the primary entry through a damaged soffit intersection, and performed a thorough attic inspection to check for dependent young. No raccoon babies were present. A humane one-way door was installed to allow the raccoon to leave safely, followed by permanent exclusion work to secure vulnerable entry points. A follow-up visit confirmed the activity had ended, the one-way door was removed, and the entry point was permanently sealed.
Background / Property Context
The property was a two-story detached home with multiple roof sections, soffit intersections, and roof vents. During the inspection, damage was observed where a section of soffit had been displaced, creating an access point into the roof structure.
Customer Concern
The homeowner reported hearing raccoon activity in the roof and requested an inspection to determine how the animal had entered and to prevent future access.
Inspection & Findings
Ardian completed a full exterior inspection and confirmed that a raccoon had gained access through a soffit intersection after pulling down part of the soffit. An attic inspection was carried out to determine whether dependent young were present before exclusion work began. No raccoon babies were found.
The photographs show:
- Interior attic views during the inspection.
- The damaged soffit intersection used as the primary entry point.
- A one-way door installed over the active entry.
- Roof areas inspected during the service.
- Galvanized steel mesh installed over additional vulnerable soffit openings.
- Completed exclusion work securing the repaired soffit area.
Cause Analysis
Raccoons commonly exploit weakened soffit intersections or existing construction gaps to gain access to roof cavities. Once an opening is enlarged, the sheltered attic space provides a suitable denning location. Securing both the active entry point and nearby vulnerable openings helps reduce the likelihood of future wildlife access.
Treatment / Removal
A humane one-way door was installed over the primary soffit entry point, allowing the raccoon to exit naturally while preventing re-entry. Before installation, Ardian inspected the attic to confirm that no dependent young were present, ensuring the removal process could proceed safely and humanely.
Exclusion & Repairs
The completed wildlife exclusion included:
- Installation of one one-way door at the active soffit entry point.
- Sealing one additional entry point using galvanized steel mesh.
- Reinforcing one additional soffit intersection with galvanized steel mesh.
- Removal of the one-way door after the raccoon had vacated.
- Permanent sealing of the primary entry point during the follow-up visit.
Outcome & Confirmation
At the second visit, the homeowner reported no further noises or signs of raccoon activity. Ardian confirmed that the one-way door had successfully allowed the raccoon to leave, removed the device, permanently sealed the former entry point, inspected the completed exclusion work, and verified that no further wildlife activity was present.
Technician Notes
Ardian identified the primary raccoon entry at a damaged soffit intersection and confirmed that no raccoon babies were present during the attic inspection. Humane removal was completed using a one-way door, followed by permanent exclusion with galvanized steel mesh to secure vulnerable soffit openings.