Raccoons in Crawlspace: Trapping & Legal Reality

Question: Raccoon family in bathroom crawlspace. How to remove?

Answer: Trapping Is Primary Option

DIY Trapping

• Havahart cage trap (raccoon size) – garden centers
• Bait: carrots, lettuce, peanut butter
• Relocate ≥1 mile (if legal)
• Constant effort needed

Better: Professional Help

• Local animal control/rescue agencies
• Assess situation, advise options, may remove

Critical Considerations

• Check state laws (relocation often illegal)
• Raccoon roundworm in feces = deadly to humans/pets
• Diseases: rabies, distemper, parvo
• Spring = young present; separating mother = death for kits