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Q: How much does Raccoon Trapping cost in Toronto? A: The cost for raccoon traps and servicing those traps on your Toronto property greatly depends on the number of animals we are looking to capture. Residential Raccoon Trapping Cost 2 traps - $175 any...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: Animal Control FAQs
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Raccoon Removal and control in Torontohttps://www.hawkeye.ca/raccoon-test-amp
Immediate help with Raccoon in attic Raccoon under deck Raccoon in shed Raccoon in garden Raccoon in garbage Raccoon on roof Raccoon feces On this page Raccoon Control and Removal Signs that raccoons are present Specific signs of damage Damage...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: Pest Animals and Wildlife
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Raccoon Control & Removal https://www.hawkeye.ca/pest-animals-and-wildlife/amp-raccoons
Permanent. Guaranteed. Immediate help with Raccoon in attic Raccoon under deck Raccoon in shed Raccoon in garden Raccoon in garbage Raccoon on roof Raccoon feces Signs that raccoons are present Tracks typical of an animal walking with the entire sole...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: Pest Animals and Wildlife
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With its freezing temperatures and harsh winds, Ontario winter forces raccoons to abandon flexible den habits for a single warm, secure location, creating a high-risk, long-term raccoon infestation in winter, which lasts until spring and beyond....
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Raccoons tearing up a new or well-kept lawn is a common and frustrating problem for urban and suburban property owners. Many people are shocked at the level of damage these seemingly cute animals can cause. This is not just a nuisance but a recurring,...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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creek systems, including Oshawa Creek, Harmony Creek, Farewell Creek, and Goodman Creek create the perfect conditions for raccoons to travel, forage, and nest. That is why homes backing onto or situated near these creeks are seeing increased raccoon...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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The golf course is a wonderful place to enjoy and relax - unfortunately, raccoons agree. Especially when we freely offer access to water, shelter, and often food as well. What's not to love? If you manage a golf course in the GTA you won't be terribly...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Raccoon Noises: What Does a Raccoon Sound Like?https://www.hawkeye.ca/blog/raccoon-noises-sounds
Raccoons aren’t exactly the most subtle creatures. They’re nocturnal, which means that they do a lot of their scavenging for food at night and sleep during the day, although the number of raccoons seen during the day is increasing in cities like...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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often moves closer to people’s homes and businesses and backyard or commercial structures such as greenhouses. Animals like raccoons seek out shelter, warmth, and food and all of that can be found in residential backyard greenhouses, commercial...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Why would you want to get rid of raccoons from fish farms and ponds? Don't they just rummage through trash bins? It's a lesser known fact that raccoons are highly skilled, seafood-loving predators that can devastate fish farms, public fishing areas,...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Raccoon Attackshttps://www.hawkeye.ca/blog/raccoon-attacks-aggression
Are Raccoons Aggressive Toward Humans? Despite appearing to be cute and cuddly creatures, raccoons are actually one of nature’s biggest and most destructive nuisances, especially to humans. Although urban raccoons are accustomed to human presences and...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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While raccoon control in attics is a well-known and long-suffered problem, most property owners don't consider the fact that raccoons around gutters and downspouts are causing far-reaching and costly damage as well. Gutters are more than just water...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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As temperatures drop and winter appears on the horizon, raccoons seek warm, sheltered spaces to den for the winter. Roof vents are a common and often vulnerable entry point for these animals into attics, creating a significant and urgent problem for...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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feeders to attract songbirds, especially during colder months. Unfortunately, bird feeders are also a major attractant for raccoons—intelligent, nocturnal, opportunistic, and highly adaptable animals. As temperatures drop, raccoons seek easy food...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Raccoons have adapted exceptionally well to city environments like Toronto and other communities in the GTA, where vertical living and dense housing provide endless climbing opportunities. Balconies, terraces, and rooftop patios become attractive...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Raccoons are opportunistic nocturnal feeders that prefer low-effort and widely available food sources. That's why we see such a widespread increase in urban raccoon population, particularly during the winter months. Commercial food storage areas are at...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Are raccoons giving your chickens a hard time? These clever critters can significantly threaten your feathered pets, but with the right strategies, you can safeguard your chickens from raccoon invasions in the future. Let’s dive into how to keep...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Raccoons are fluffy and cute with pointy ears, tiny paws, and bandit masks on their faces. But just because they are cute does not mean they are desirable houseguests. Raccoons, among other pests, are known for their ability to destroy property and...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Raccoon in my attic, call 416-429-5393https://www.hawkeye.ca/help-there-s-a-raccoon-in-my-attic
Hearing bumps and scratches overhead while you're trying to sleep? You might just have a raccoon in your attic. Raccoons look for cozy spots to stay warm and safe, and your attic may just be the perfect place! Raccoons can be unpredictable and may pose...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: Animal Control FAQs
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We know Toronto has been dubbed "Raccoon Capitol of the World" but communities all across the GTA are also experiencing Increased raccoon nesting in attics, chimneys, under decks, and garages. With summer being prime time for juvenile raccoons stepping...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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and renewable energy, your solar installation might be multi-tasking as a warm and sheltered nesting spot for opportunistic raccoons. A steady increase in urban raccoon population is leading to business owners reporting more and more wildlife on roofs...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Raccoons are intelligent and adaptable, so exterior fire escapes provide them with a unique opportunity to access higher floors of buildings. This creates a significant nuisance, potential for property damage, and a safety risk for tenants, customers,...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Raccoons are known for their intelligence and dexterity, which can make them quite a challenge to catch. Whether you're dealing with a pesky raccoon rummaging through your trash or an unwelcome visitor in your attic, using a live trap is often the most...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Rooftop HVAC units, exhaust vents, and exposed AC ductwork are irresistible shelters for raccoons, not just in winter, but throughout the year, offering shade, water, or shelter for nesting. This is a critical issue for both commercial tenants and...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Did you know that raccoons love water and are excellent swimmers? And, did you know that raccoons have a habit of "washing" their food before consumption? Perhaps this explains why raccoons are so drawn to all kinds of water features - from backyard...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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There's a Raccoon On My Roof. What Do I Do?https://www.hawkeye.ca/blog/raccoon-removal-from-roof
Discovering a raccoon on your roof can be a startling and concerning experience. As a homeowner, it's important to recognize the signs of a potential raccoon infestation and take appropriate action to address the situation. Let’s explore some common...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Are Baby Raccoons Dangerous?https://www.hawkeye.ca/blog/are-baby-raccoons-dangerous
Despite baby raccoons being nicknamed “trash pandas”, they can look cute and harmless! However, raccoons are known for destroying gardens, creating messes, and nesting in residential spaces. So, are baby raccoons dangerous or not? They can be — and...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Many warehouses in Vaughan (and in fact, all across the GTA) attract the attention of raccoons and other urban wildlife. Never ending nooks and crannies to hide out in, easy access in and out, and often even a built-in self-serve buffet make for very...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Have you ever run into a raccoon in your underground parking or a raccoon in the garage rafters? You’re not alone. A hidden and often overlooked problem for property owners is the threat of raccoons using underground parking garages as their winter...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Raccoons in Wallhttps://www.hawkeye.ca/blog/raccoons-in-wall
Can Raccoons Get into Your Walls? Removing, Trapping and Preventing Raccoons from Entering Wall Cavities Raccoons are resourceful creatures and they often try to make their dens in chimneys and attics. However, they can make a den just about anywhere...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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How to get raccoons out of your chimneyhttps://www.hawkeye.ca/raccoons-in-chimney
you woke up one morning, heard some strange noises coming from your chimney, and suddenly realized that there might be a raccoon in there? You may be used to raccoons in your yard, but what should you do if there’s a raccoon in the chimney? First of...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: Animal Control FAQs
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How to Raccoon-Proof Trees in Your Yard or Garden Raccoons are nocturnal creatures that like to sleep in dark, warm, and cozy spaces that are also close to a reliable food source, such as underneath porches and decks and inside sheds, garages, and...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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How to get rid of Raccoonshttps://www.hawkeye.ca/blog/how-to-get-rid-of-raccoons
Raccoon removal in Toronto is becoming one of the most common online searches. Raccoons are mostly nocturnal creatures that like to make their homes in dark, warm, and cozy spaces, which often means they are attracted to sheds, garages, and attics....
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Guaranteed Raccoon Removal is what we do - we're here to help. Unlike almost all other Greater Toronto Area animal control operations, as a licensed furbearer trapping company Hawkeye can employ raccoon control methods IN ADDITION TO relocation of...
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- Author: Super User
- Category: Animal Control
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Raccoons infesting I-beams and bridges often exploit gaps in hollow structural steel elements, including box girders or bridge abutments for shelter. This is not just a pest problem; it's an infrastructure integrity and corrosion hazard that poses...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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8 Fun Facts About Raccoonshttps://www.hawkeye.ca/blog/fun-facts-about-raccoons
they pose or the damage they do to homes and businesses. In this post, let's look at some fun or lesser known facts about raccoons! 1. Raccoons Love Water! In the wild, raccoons are most often found in wooded areas near water. Of course, all mammals...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Where and How do Raccoons Nest?https://www.hawkeye.ca/blog/raccoon-nests-or-dens
Raccoons are mostly nocturnal, meaning they are most active at night. When they are not pilfering your trash bin or causing general mayhem, they often snooze and rest in their dens during the day. Those dens or nests are likely located in tree...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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As a resident of Oakville, you've likely made the acquaintance of one or more raccoons around your home or neighbourhood. Especially, if you live near one of Oakville's many parks or ample green spaces, you probably have regular raccoon visitors. In...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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and the GTA, some residential but more often commercial. Of course, an abandoned property makes for the perfect home for raccoons and other wildlife. As temperatures drop, these buildings become irresistible targets for raccoons seeking a warm, secure...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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canopies are often used for crucial winter storage of vehicles, equipment, and materials. These structures offer raccoons a perfect, insulated hideaway in the harsh Canadian cold, leading to immediate destruction of the fabric shell and contamination of...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Construction sites and partially completed buildings are high-risk targets for raccoons in the GTA, especially when cold weather hits. While tool storage areas and unused structures or equipment provide shelter, protection, and warmth, construction...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Airports are high-risk environments where wildlife—especially raccoons—can cause severe operational issues and safety hazards with potentially catastrophic outcomes. This makes airport wildlife management a critical component of aviation safety and...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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How to Tell if a Raccoon Has Rabieshttps://www.hawkeye.ca/blog/how-to-tell-if-a-raccoon-has-rabies
Rabies is a serious viral infection that affects both animals and humans, with one of the most common carriers being raccoons in the wild. But how do you know how to tell if a raccoon has rabies? Knowing the signs and symptoms can be crucial for your...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Raccoons aren’t as innocent as they look. Not only can they cause significant destruction to your home or property, but they also carry a variety of diseases that can be contracted by humans and domestic pets. Raccoon diseases can be contracted through...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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The masked faces and ringed tails of raccoons are familiar creatures— but what exactly draws raccoons to your yard? And more importantly, how can you prevent them from destroying your property? What Do Raccoons Need? Food Raccoons aren’t known to be...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Markham, located in the Regional Municipality of York and part of the GTA, has inherited some of Toronto's raccoon population and related problems. Markham residents deal with issues ranging from nuisance level trash can raiding to serious damages...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Are Raccoon Babies Dangerous?https://www.hawkeye.ca/blog/are-raccoon-babies-dangerous
Raccoons are incredibly intelligent and curious creatures and, despite the fact that they have been nicknamed the “trash panda”, they often appear very cute with their small faces and masklike colouration around their eyes. However, raccoons are known...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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You might wonder why raccoon breeding season is a topic in the midst of December? Well, now would be a really good time to double check around your home and ensure that no raccoons (or squirrels) can get in. Because they ARE thinking about breeding...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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and wastewater facilities (WWFs) are mission-critical infrastructure where security and hygiene standards are absolute. Raccoons, seeking shelter and access to water, can compromise this essential barrier, risking mass contamination of the public water...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Raccoon Control Tips to Protect Petshttps://www.hawkeye.ca/blog/raccoon-control-tips-to-protect-pets
As pet owners, it's important to protect our furry companions from potential threats like raccoons. Raccoons can invade a property and wreak havoc on outdoor pets or even unsecured indoor cats if the necessary measures are not taken. If you've noticed...
- Type: Article
- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
