If you’ve been hearing strange noises like thumping, scratching, or scampering in your attic this summer, you might not be alone. Raccoons often take shelter in attics across Texas during the warmer months, and it’s a problem more common than you might think.
But why does it happen more often in summer? And what should you do if you suspect an uninvited furry guest overhead?
Why Raccoons Target Attics in Summer
Texas summers can be brutal, and raccoons are highly adaptive. During this time of year, they seek:
Cool, shaded spaces to escape the heat
Safe nesting areas to raise their young
Secluded locations away from predators and human activity
Unfortunately, your attic checks all those boxes.
A Nursery for Raccoon Mothers
Summer is also prime birthing season. Mother raccoons actively seek protected nesting areas, and attics offer the quiet, dark environment they prefer. Once inside, they can cause significant damage to insulation, wiring, and structural supports, not to mention the health risks their droppings pose.
Easy Entry = Big Problems
Loose shingles, open vents, or uncapped chimneys are all an open invitation. Raccoons are surprisingly strong and determined; they can tear through weakened roofing materials to get inside.
Common entry points include:
Roof vents and eaves
Gaps near soffits and fascia boards
Uncovered chimneys or attic fans
Tree limbs that hang over your roof
Why DIY Often Backfires
Raccoons may look cute, but they’re territorial, can be aggressive, and often carry parasites or disease. Attempting to remove a mother and her young without proper training can make the situation worse, and illegal in some parts of Texas.
Trust the Experts at Critter Evictor
This is where Critter Evictor comes in.
We’re not your typical pest control company. Critter Evictor provides humane, highly effective raccoon, squirrel, and rat control services throughout Texas. Our team is trained in understanding animal behavior and habits, which means we don’t just remove the problem, we solve it long-term.
Our methods focus on:
Pheromone-based deterrents rather than toxic chemicals
Humane removal techniques, especially when young animals are present
Thorough exclusion and sealing to prevent future infestations
Restoring balance with native wildlife, not disturbing it
Unlike larger pest control companies, we don’t rely on cookie-cutter solutions. Our approach is fast, comprehensive, and environmentally responsible.
Protect Your Home This Summer
To prevent raccoons and other wildlife from invading your attic:
Trim back trees near the roofline
Install chimney caps and secure attic vents
Keep pet food and trash cans sealed and stored properly
Schedule a professional attic inspection to check for entry points
Take Back Your Attic The Humane Way
Whether it’s a raccoon nesting in your attic, squirrels chewing through wires, or rats invading your walls, Critter Evictor is here to help. Our experienced Texas-based team doesn’t just remove wildlife; we understand their behavior and use safe, effective, and humane solutions to keep them from coming back.
We specialize in:
Raccoon removal and exclusion
Squirrel control and attic-proofing
Rat infestation solutions using smart, non-toxic methods
Don’t wait for more damage or a health hazard to arise.
Contact Critter Evictor today for a comprehensive inspection and long-term wildlife control solution.
We’re fast, knowledgeable, and committed to protecting both your home and Texas’s native animal populations.
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