Raccoon Shreds Roof Edge
Raccoons are strong and are able to cause a significant amount of destruction to homes.
For example, take at look at the edge of this roof. What a mess!
The damage to this roof eave wasn’t caused by a tree falling on it as you might think; it was caused by a raccoon ripping it up.
For some reason, rather than just a small hole for entry, the raccoon ripped off shingles and decking to create a gaping hole. Though we aren’t quite sure why the raccoon decided to remove so much material, we do know it’s a mess.
This is a case where raccoon removal and repair is necessary.
Strengths of the Raccoon
When it comes to getting into people’s homes, the traits which raccoons use to their advantage are strength, dexterity, and great climbing ability.
Their front paws are very dexterous. They are able to grip and manipulate things very well (like shingles and roof decking). Couple this with exceptional strength for their size and it’s easy to see how asphalt shingles, weakened wood, vinyl, and aluminum soffit is no match for determined raccoons.
Raccoons often cause damage when they get into attics, just like this one did. They can pull and tear and work their way in if given the opportunity.
Often times, opportunity presents itself in the form of a maintenance issue left unaddressed. In this case, shingle failure and subsequent water damage could have led to the initial weakness that attracted the raccoon.
Suspicious homeowner’s should investigate noises or water damage ASAP.
The first step is to set traps for the raccoon(s) using the space and make the home raccoon-free again.
After the offending raccoons are removed, a repair of the roof is needed.
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