Raccoons in Attic: Ammonia Illegal & Dangerous

Question: Can I use ammonia to evict attic raccoons?

Answer: Technically Yes, But Don't

• Federal violation: Ammonia not registered for raccoon control
• Human hazard: Concentration needed may drive you out
• Cruelty risk: May not work; suffering possible

Proper Protocol

1. ID sex/age: Male? Female with young?
2. Check state laws: agency links
3. Euthanasia methods: approved techniques
4. Inspect building: find entries
5. Diseases: roundworm, rabies, more

Then Act

• Male: trap & dispose per law
• Female + young: trap mother, retrieve kits (PPE required: gloves, goggles, Tyvek, HEPA mask)
• Verify empty: newspaper test

Warning

Shortcuts = disaster. Follow steps patiently.