Lakeland · Polk County, FL
Raccoon Removal in Lakeland, Florida
Gotcha Wildlife Removal provides licensed, humane raccoon removal for Lakeland homeowners and businesses. Lakeland's mature tree cover and abundance of lakes make it one of the most wildlife-active cities we serve. We're on call 24/7 and typically respond same-day across Polk County.
Why Lakeland homes get raccoon removal calls
Roof rats and squirrels dominate Lakeland calls, especially in neighborhoods around Lake Hollingsworth and Lake Morton. That's exactly the environment where our raccoon removal work pays off — we find every entry point, remove the animal humanely, and seal your home so it stays out.
Why raccoons pick your home
Attics are dry, warm, and predator-free — perfect for a mother raccoon to raise kits. Once inside, they rip insulation, damage soffits, and contaminate the space with urine and feces that can carry roundworm.
How we handle raccoons
We identify entry points, trap adults using FWC-compliant methods, hand-remove any kits so the litter isn't abandoned in your walls, and then seal every access point with heavy-gauge steel and rated sealants. Cleanup and deodorizing finish the job.
Signs of a raccoon in the attic
Heavy thumps at night, chittering or growling above the ceiling, torn soffit or fascia, tipped garbage cans, or paw prints around your roofline. Raccoons are strong — waiting only leads to more damage.
Serving Lakeland and surrounding Polk County
Whether you're near the center of Lakeland or on the outskirts of Polk County, our raccoon removal crews are dispatched from Tampa Bay and cover the whole area. Call 813-638-6017 for a real person, day or night.
Frequently asked questions
Do you offer emergency raccoon removal?
Yes — we're on call 24/7 across Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas, Hernando, and Polk counties.
Are raccoons dangerous?
They can carry rabies, roundworm, and leptospirosis. Never approach one yourself, especially if it looks sick or is out during the day.
Will they come back?
Not once we've excluded them properly. Our repairs are warranted — that's the difference between trapping and true wildlife control.
Need raccoon removal in Lakeland tonight?
Gotcha Wildlife Removal answers the phone 24/7. Most Lakeland calls get a same-day visit.
Call 813-638-6017