Last updated: September 2026 · A raccoon removal cost guide built from Angi, HomeGuide, HomeAdvisor and Today’s Homeowner pricing
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Raccoon removal cost averages about $400, according to Angi, within a wide range of $150 to $1,900. Where the raccoon is decides most of that spread. A raccoon in the yard is a simple trap job; a mother with kits in the attic is a multi-day project that ends with sealing, cleanup and repairs.
HomeGuide puts a full attic job, including about a week of trap monitoring, sealing every entry point and disinfecting the attic, at $1,000 to $3,500. That is the realistic figure when raccoons have moved into the house, because they are strong enough to tear open roof vents and soffits, and their droppings need careful cleanup.
This guide breaks down raccoon removal cost by location and method, explains the health issue that makes cleanup a separate line item, and covers how state rules shape what a company can legally do.
Raccoon removal cost at a glance
| Service | Published range | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Raccoon removal, average | About $400, range $150–$1,900 | Angi |
| Removal, typical | $200–$600, most pay about $400 | Today’s Homeowner |
| Trap and release, per raccoon | $150–$300 | Angi |
| Yard | $150–$300 | HomeAdvisor |
| Roof | $325–$700 | HomeAdvisor |
| Attic | $550–$975 | HomeAdvisor |
| Chimney | $400–$3,500 | HomeAdvisor |
| Attic job with monitoring, sealing and disinfection | $1,000–$3,500 | HomeGuide |
| Inspection | $80–$150, often waived if hired | Angi |
| Dead raccoon removal | $150–$350 | Angi |
Angi and HomeAdvisor share a parent company, so their figures are not fully independent.
Working budget About $200 to $400 for a raccoon outside, $500 to $1,000 for a single raccoon in the attic with little damage, and $1,000 to $3,500 for a family in the attic with sealing and cleanup.
Raccoon removal cost by location
Location drives labor, because roof and attic work needs ladders, access and sealing, while a yard job does not. HomeGuide reports $200 to $300 to remove a raccoon from a yard and $350 to $500 to trap a single attic raccoon that has done little damage.
Chimneys have the widest range, at $400 to $3,500 per HomeAdvisor, because access is awkward, mothers often raise kits on the smoke shelf, and the job usually ends with a chimney cap. Attics sit in the middle for a single animal but climb quickly when a family moves in and entry points need rebuilding.
Raccoon removal cost by method
- Live trapping. The standard approach. Angi puts trap and release at $150 to $300 per raccoon, and HomeGuide notes that each additional raccoon adds about $100 to $150.
- Hand removal of kits. When young are too small to leave, technicians remove them by hand and reunite them with the mother or handle them under state rules. HomeAdvisor lists manual removal at $150 to $250 for a single raccoon and $300 to $750 when the job includes a nest.
- One-way doors and exclusion. Used once the family can leave together, followed by sealing.
Poison is not a legitimate option. HomeGuide notes that poisoning raccoons is illegal in many states and poses risks to pets and people.
Why baby raccoons change the price
Female raccoons often choose attics and chimneys as den sites for raising young, most commonly in spring. That changes the job: sealing the entry with kits inside traps them, and a mother separated from her young will tear through vents, soffits or shingles to get back in.
Ask how the company handles young A competent company checks for kits before any exclusion and either waits until they can leave with the mother or removes them by hand. A quote that goes straight to sealing without checking is a red flag.
Cleanup: the raccoon roundworm issue
Raccoon cleanup is more than tidying. Today’s Homeowner notes that raccoon feces can contain roundworm eggs that can cause serious illness if ingested, especially in children. Raccoons also use the same spots repeatedly as latrines, so an attic can accumulate a concentrated mess.
That is why companies price cleanup as its own line. Angi reports $250 to $500 for cleanup and sanitation of indoor areas, including removing nests, feces and damaged insulation, while Today’s Homeowner reports $100 to $300 for attic decontamination on smaller jobs. Heavy contamination can mean full insulation replacement; our guide to attic insulation replacement after rodents covers pricing.
Do not clean a raccoon latrine yourself The roundworm eggs are durable and can become airborne or end up swallowed. Leave heavy contamination to a crew with protective equipment, and keep children and pets away from the area.
Damage repair after raccoons
Raccoons cause more physical damage than most attic animals because of their size and strength. Today’s Homeowner describes them tearing up insulation, drywall and HVAC ducts to build nests, and reports $200 to $500 for basic repairs.
Common repairs include rebuilt soffits and fascia, replaced roof vents, a chimney cap, patched ductwork and new insulation. HomeAdvisor lists animal-proof vents at $300 to $450 each and one-way metal-mesh exclusion at $10 to $25 per linear foot. Our rodent exclusion cost guide covers sealing materials and why metal matters.
How state rules affect raccoon removal cost
Raccoons are regulated wildlife, and rules differ by state. Angi notes that many states protect raccoons by law and require them to be removed and relocated properly, and Today’s Homeowner recommends a licensed professional so the job is done legally. Some states require a nuisance wildlife permit or license, some restrict or ban relocation, and some require euthanasia of captured raccoons because of rabies concerns.
Those rules affect price. Where relocation is restricted, companies may charge for humane euthanasia and disposal; where permits are required, only licensed operators can do the work. No neutral source publishes reliable state-by-state raccoon pricing, so use the national ranges above and ask any company which rules apply in your state.
Does insurance cover raccoon damage?
It depends on the policy. Standard homeowners policies commonly exclude damage from vermin, rodents, birds and insects, and some insurers classify raccoons as vermin while others treat sudden damage by wild animals differently. Policies rarely cover removal itself. Check your policy wording, photograph the damage, and ask your insurer before repairs begin.
Raccoon removal cost: DIY or professional?
Reasonable DIY
- Securing trash cans with locking lids
- Removing pet food and fallen fruit outside
- Capping the chimney after raccoons are gone
Leave to professionals
- Trapping, which may need a permit
- Any attic or chimney with young
- Latrine cleanup
- Roof and soffit repairs at height
Raccoons are strong, can bite, and are a rabies vector species in much of the country, so handling one yourself carries real risk. HomeGuide notes that a DIY trap costs around $50 to $100, but trapping without a permit may be illegal where you live, and it does nothing about the entry point or the mess left behind.
How to compare raccoon removal quotes
- Method: live trapping, hand removal or exclusion.
- Young: how the company checks for and handles kits.
- Legal handling: what happens to captured raccoons under your state’s rules.
- Sealing: which entry points, and with what materials.
- Cleanup: whether the price includes roundworm-safe sanitation.
- Repairs and guarantee: priced separately, with any re-entry warranty in writing.
Our guide to reading a pest control quote covers what an itemized proposal should include. For smaller attic animals, see our squirrel removal cost guide and our guide to rats in the attic, and if you are not sure what you are hearing, start with scratching sounds in walls. Raccoons are much heavier than squirrels or rats, so their movement overhead usually sounds like thumping rather than scurrying.
A note on source quality
Raccoon removal pricing comes from home-services aggregators that earn through lead referral and from wildlife companies that sell the service. We used Angi, HomeGuide, HomeAdvisor and Today’s Homeowner for figures, noted that Angi and HomeAdvisor share a parent company, and that Today’s Homeowner discloses compensation from featured companies. Our content plan originally called for state-by-state pricing, but we found no reliable source for it, so we did not invent any. Pest Price Guide sells no removal services and takes no referral fees.
Our methodology
We operate no proprietary quote database and publish no invented averages. Every figure above comes from a published source, named at the point of use. We do not blend sources into a single national number. Wildlife regulations and pricing vary by state, so use these ranges to judge whether a quote is reasonable, and confirm the legal requirements with your state wildlife agency.
Frequently asked questions
How much does raccoon removal cost?
Angi reports an average of about $400, within a range of $150 to $1,900. Attic jobs with sealing and cleanup often cost $1,000 to $3,500, per HomeGuide.
How much does it cost to remove raccoons from the attic?
HomeAdvisor reports $550 to $975 for attic removal. A full job with a week of monitoring, sealing and disinfection runs $1,000 to $3,500, per HomeGuide.
How much is raccoon cleanup?
Angi reports $250 to $500 for indoor cleanup and sanitation, with insulation replacement and drywall repairs extra.
Can I trap a raccoon myself?
Check your state first. Many states regulate raccoon trapping and relocation, and raccoons can carry rabies and roundworm.
Is raccoon poop dangerous?
It can be. Raccoon feces can contain roundworm eggs that cause serious illness if swallowed, especially by children.
Does homeowners insurance cover raccoon damage?
Sometimes. Policies differ on whether raccoons count as vermin, so check your wording and ask your insurer before repairs.
Raccoon removal cost: final thoughts
Raccoon removal cost is modest for a raccoon in the yard and substantial for a family in the attic. Budget around $400 for a simple removal and $1,000 to $3,500 when the job includes young, sealing and cleanup.
Pick a licensed company that checks for kits before sealing, handles captured animals legally in your state, and treats cleanup as a health job rather than a chore. Then lock the trash cans and cap the chimney so the next raccoon has no reason to try.
