I’m currently in the process of buying a home, and after our initial inspection, we were told there might be termite damage. We first contacted a large national pest control company hoping to get a quick inspection and quote for negotiation purposes. Unfortunately, they scheduled us for Friday and never showed up. They then rescheduled for Monday and didn't show up again, and the same thing happened on Tuesday. By that point, we had wasted nearly a week of our two-week inspection period and only had two days left. That’s when we called Liberty Pest Control. I explained our situation, and Trai promptly reached out and was able to fit us into his schedule. From the start, he was professional, friendly, communicative, and genuinely helpful. He confirmed the appointment, kept me updated on his arrival time, and called me personally when the report was complete to walk me through his findings. The level of customer service was outstanding, especially after the frustrating experience we had elsewhere. Trai made a stressful situation much easier and gave us the information we needed within our tight timeline. I would 100% recommend Trai and Liberty Pest Control to anyone needing a home inspection or pest services. I was extremely impressed with the company, and once we move into our new home, Liberty Pest Control will be the first company I call for ongoing pest control services.
Raccoon Control
Raccoons are masked, ring-tailed animals that raid trash cans and den in attics, chimneys and crawlspaces. Liberty's wildlife control starts with a free wildlife inspection and is offered in Paducah, Southern Illinois and Hopkinsville.
How to identify
- Gray-brown fur with a black mask across the eyes.
- A bushy tail with dark rings.
- Front paws shaped like small hands.
Common raccoons in our area
Raccoon
Procyon lotor
- Look for
- A grayish-brown, medium-sized mammal with a black mask across its eyes and a bushy tail ringed in black.
- Where you'll find it
- Dens in attics, chimneys and under decks and porches, and raids trash cans, gardens and pet food.
Signs you have them
- Knocked-over trash cans or scattered garbage
- Thumping or heavy walking sounds in the attic, often at night
- Torn shingles, soffits, vents or roof edges
- Muddy tracks shaped like small handprints
Where they're found
Raccoons den in attics, chimneys, crawlspaces, sheds and under decks, and get in through damaged roof edges, soffits and vents.
How Liberty treats it
Inspection
Wildlife Control starts with a free wildlife inspection. A local Service Advisor does a thorough inspection to see how bad the problem is, how raccoons are getting in, like damaged roof edges, soffits and vents, and what draws them, like open trash cans and pet food.
Treatment
- Trapping and removalWhen needed, we trap and remove raccoons from attics, chimneys, crawlspaces and the spaces under decks.
- Seal entry pointsWe seal the openings raccoons use, like damaged soffits, roof vents and chimney openings.
- Cleanup adviceWe point out nesting material and droppings left behind and explain what cleanup is needed.
Follow-up
After the raccoons are out, we come back to check for new activity and check that the sealed openings are holding.
What our customers say
Reviews from our Google Business Profile.
Reviews and rating from Google, updated September 20, 2026.
Voted best pest control
Paducah Sun readers chose Liberty as the best pest control three years in a row.
- The Paducah Sun Readers' Choice · Best Pest Control 2024, 2025, 2026
- Marshall County Tribune-Courier · Best Pest Control 2025, 2026
- West Kentucky Star · People's Choice 2026
- Paducah Area Chamber of Commerce · Entrepreneur of the Year: John Stopka 2025
What it costs
FreeInspection
Your Service Advisor looks at the problem first and goes over your options.
Not available in Bowling Green
Book a free wildlife inspectionDIY prevention tips
- Keep garbage in sturdy cans with tight lids, and bring pet food inside at night.
- Put a heavy-duty cap on the chimney.
- Trim tree branches that hang over the roof.
- Close off openings into the attic, and screen off the space under decks and porches with buried wire mesh.
- Don't try to remove a raccoon yourself; call a wildlife control professional.
Common questions
Are raccoons covered by my plan?
No. Raccoons aren't part of our pest control plans. Wildlife Control starts with a free wildlife inspection.
How do I know if I have raccoons in my attic?
Listen for heavy thumping or walking sounds at night, and look for torn shingles, soffits or vents. Droppings, muddy tracks shaped like small handprints and knocked-over trash cans are other signs.
What attracts raccoons to my house?
Raccoons look for food and a sheltered place to den. Open trash cans, pet food, bird feeders and fallen fruit draw them in, and attics and chimneys give them shelter.
How do raccoons get into an attic?
Raccoons are strong climbers and can tear open weak spots in roof edges, soffits, vents and chimney openings. Tree branches near the roof give them an easy way up.
How can I keep raccoons away from my home?
Use trash cans with tight lids, bring pet food inside at night and trim tree branches back from the roof. Have damaged roof edges, soffits and vents repaired.
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