05/18/2026
🦝 Raccoon mating season typically runs from January through March — and that means many raccoons are searching for a safe place to nest and raise their babies. Unfortunately, attics are one of their favorite spots!
This weekend, one of our trained technicians discovered a mama raccoon and her 3 babies comfortably nestled inside a customer’s attic here in Northeast Arkansas. Cute? Absolutely. Problematic? Very.
Raccoons in your attic can cause **thousands of dollars in damage** and create serious health and safety risks, including:
⚠️ **Electrical Fire Hazards** – Raccoons often chew on electrical wiring, creating exposed wires that can spark fires.
🏠 **Destroyed Insulation** – Nesting raccoons shred and soil insulation, reducing energy efficiency and increasing utility bills.
❄️ **Damaged HVAC & Ductwork** – Their size and strength can crush or tear ductwork, affecting your heating and cooling system.
🌧️ **Roof & Structural Damage** – They rip through soffits, shingles, and rooflines to gain access, opening your home to leaks and other pests.
🦠 **Health Risks** – Raccoons can spread dangerous diseases and parasites including rabies, leptospirosis, and raccoon roundworm.
If you hear scratching, thumping, or movement in your attic, don’t ignore it. Early detection can save you thousands in repairs.
📞 Contact Orkin Pest Control in Northeast Arkansas today for professional inspection and wildlife removal services!
☎️ 870-230-1030
🌐 Visit our website for a FREE home inspection: https://orkinar.com/
