Attic Invaders: How Raccoons Exploit Your Home

About this episode

The episode discusses the challenges and health risks associated with raccoons invading attics.

Welcome to another episode of the Peskies Pest Control Podcast ! In today’s episode, Michael Wienecke and Travis McGowin peel back the mask on one of nature’s most clever “bandits”: the raccoon. While these “trash pandas” might look cute from a distance, the duo discusses the gritty reality of dealing with them, from their human-like dexterity used to tear into roofs to the serious health risks like rabies and roundworm. Whether they are falling into living rooms or turning your attic into a “two-for-one” special with a side of fleas, you’ll learn why you definitely don’t want these vicious critters as roommates. Like us on Facebook! Podcast Transcript: Michael: So Travis, when’s the last time you were in your attic? Travis: Uh, a couple weeks ago actually. I was, uh, running some wiring for a new Wi-Fi internet system at my house. Michael: Okay, well I can guarantee that most of humanity is not running Wi-Fi throughout their attic in their – on their spare time. Uh, is that what you did? Travis: Oh, I’ll tell you, I will tell you that if most of humanity experienced Wi-Fi like I have at my house, they…

People in this episode

Host: Michael Wienecke

Guest: Travis McGowin

Topics covered

• raccoons
• pest control
• home invasion
• health risks
• attic pests

Keywords

• raccoons
• pest control
• attic
• health risks
• home invasion
• rabies
• roundworm

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Organizations: Peskies Pest Control Podcast

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