Raccoons Love Uncapped Chimneys

Raccoons getting into fireplaces via uncapped chimneys is nothing new for us.

In fact, there are a lot of unused, uncapped chimneys out there tempting raccoons to move in.

As the weather gets colder, any spot that gives shelter and security is likely to be utilized by the pragmatic raccoon.  Chimneys and unused fireplaces fit that bill.

In today’s post, we share a house that had TWO chimneys and fireplaces being visited by raccoons: a veritable raccoon duplex!

Raccoon Duplex

Raccoons move into attics, soffits, and other parts of homes because the opportunity exists and good shelter is afforded.

Uncapped chimneys provide a lot of opportunity for raccoons in our area.

In this case, two chimneys were being used at the same time.

As you were able to see in this video,  Ryan used specialized traps just for chimneys.

The trap is placed down the chimney from the top while the raccoons are at the base by the fireplace.

The trap attaches to the top of the chimney.

When the raccoons climb up the chimney to exit, they pass through a one way door at the bottom of the trap. They can’t go out the top and they can’t go back down.

As you can see, this type of trap is very effective.

In this instance, three raccoons climbed up and into the trap as they were trying to exit.

That is a very efficient raccoon removal!

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