What Does
Raccoon
Removal cost?
How We Price (We Don’t Do Scare Tactics)
Evidence first. You’ll see photos and simple explanations.
Options, not pressure. We present good, better, and best solutions with upfront ranges.
Humane by design. One-way doors and monitored systems are our default when appropriate.
No surprises. We explain what’s needed and what it costs up front — so there are no hidden fees or guesswork later.
Raccoon Removal, Exclusion & Prevention — How Pricing Works
Raccoon problems range from “a curious night visitor on the deck” to “a mother with kits nesting in the attic.” Because homes, roof-lines, access, and animal behavior vary so much, we can only give ballpark ranges until we’ve done a proper inspection. Below is exactly how we price, what affects cost, and what most customers end up paying.
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Single Entry, Quick Fix
Inspection $75
Stabilization $225
Targeted entry repair $250
Estimated total: ~$550
Active Use + Multiple Weak Spots (but not a big roof)
Inspection $75
Stabilization $250
Two targeted repairs ($300–$600 each)
One return visit $60
Estimated total: ~$985–$1,585
“I’m Done With Raccoons” Whole-Home Prevention
Inspection $75
Whole-home exclusion $1,200
Chimney cap $450
Estimated total: ~$1,725 (with multi-year guarantee)
Challenging Roof / Heavy Damage
Inspection $75
Stabilization $400
Whole-home exclusion $3,800
Soffit repair $600
Ridge-vent guard (40 ft @ ~$15/ft) $600
Estimated total:~$5,549
These are examples, not quotes. Your written estimate is based on your home’s actual conditions.
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Number of entry points (one hole vs several weak spots)
Roof complexity & safety (height, pitch, material, slick metal, limited ladder footing)
Access (finished attic vs open joists, tight crawlspaces, obstructed soffits)
Damage level (chewed fascia vs torn soffits and broken sheathing)
Chimney features (needs capping/guarding)
Season & life stage (maternity timing affects method and timeline)
Previous “repairs” (patches with foam/caulk often need to be rebuilt correctly)
Your goal (single-entry fix vs whole-home prevention with a multi-year guarantee)
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Inspection: $75 (photos, plan, clear options)
Stabilize the situation: $250–$450
Fix one or two known entries: $250–$850
Whole-home prevention: typical $900–$2,000; complex $3,000–$5,000+
Humane trapping (if needed): $225 setup, then $60 per return visit
Common add-ons: chimney caps, ridge/gable/soffit guards, spot sanitation
No per-animal fees. No scare tactics. We’ll show the evidence, explain the options, and let you choose what fits your home and budget.
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Standard inspection (within our service area): $75
What you get:A full exterior/attic assessment (where safe to access)
Photos/video of entry points and damage
A clear action plan with tiered options (stabilize, repair one entry, or full-home prevention)
Straight talk about urgency, timing (e.g., maternity season), and what can wait
Why we start here: Raccoons are strong, smart, and repeat visitors. A quick peek from the driveway won’t cut it. The inspection lets us price the real problem—not guesses.
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Ballpark: $250–$450
When there’s active attic or structure use, we stabilize first:Install a one-way door or humane eviction setup at the main exit
Temporarily secure secondary gaps
Pair with camera monitoring (when necessary) so we know when the raccoon leaves
Note: If there are kits (babies), we time eviction correctly so nobody is trapped or separated. Humane and effective beats “fast but risky.”
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Ballpark: $250–$850
Use this when you have one or two known holes and the rest of the home is in good shape.If the entry hole is tucked behind your gutter and the water damage is minor, that’s an easy and affordable fix.
But if a raccoon tears through your shingles, causes water damage that soaks the drywall, then falls straight through the ceiling because the soggy drywall couldn’t hold its weight — and proceeds to run laps around your living room — that’s a very different story. (Yes, that really happened.)
Scope typically includes:
Metal flashing and chew-resistant materials
Sealants designed for wildlife exclusion (not just caulk)
Photo proof before/after
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Typical homes: $900-$2,000
Complex/steep/historic/large homes: $3,000–$5,000+What it covers:
Seal and reinforce common raccoon targets (soffit returns, roof edges, eaves, fascia gaps, gable vents)
Hardware cloth/micro-mesh guards where appropriate
Chimney cap if needed (see add-ons below)
Why people choose this: Raccoons remember what worked. Whole-home exclusion prevents “new hole next week” problems and often saves money over multiple call-backs.
Guarantee: We include a multi-year guarantee on our full-home exclusion packages. If raccoons beat our work within the covered term, we fix it. (Guarantee details on your quote.)
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Sometimes trapping is the right tool—e.g., when a one-way setup isn’t feasible at a specific structure feature.
Setup package: $225 (up to 2 traps + 2 cellular cameras)
Return visits (as needed): $60 per trip for re-baiting, resetting, or animal removal
No per-animal fee. If two are captured at once, you’re not penalized.
Why cameras? We monitor traps remotely. It’s more effective, more humane, and saves you unnecessary site checks.
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These are priced only when relevant to your situation:
Chimney cap (professional-grade): $350–$650 installed
Ridge-vent guarding: ~$12–$20 per linear foot installed (typical 30–60 ft = $360–$1,200)
Gable vent guards: $150–$350 each (size/material dependent)
Wildlife-resistant gutter guards: $18–$28 per linear foot installed (typical roof-lines $500–$1,200)
Heavy-duty metal gutter guards that block leaves and keep out raccoons, squirrels, and birds. Designed for wildlife strength, not hardware-store weight. Prevents one of the most common attic entry points.
Soffit/fascia repairs: $200–$800 per damaged section
Sanitation & odor control (spot-level): $250–$650 (enzyme application, wipe-downs in affected areas)
Insulation spot replacement: usually $10–$15/sq ft in the affected area
Full attic restoration (only if truly warranted): $3–$7/sq ft (remove soiled insulation, disinfect, reinstall)
We do not push cleanup or full restoration unless it’s justified by damage, odor, or contamination. We explain the trade-offs and let you decide.
Located in Gretna, VA. We proudly serve most of South-Central Virginia, including Lynchburg, Roanoke, Danville, Martinsville, Appomattox, Halifax, and surrounding areas — with frequent service to Smith Mountain Lake, Moneta, and Hardy.