You step outside in the morning and see garbage all over your yard. It’s smelly, messy, and it’s not how you want to start your day. If this happens to you, you’re probably dealing with raccoons. These animals are smart, strong, and always looking for their next meal. 

For many homeowners, the question is simple: how do you prevent raccoons in your garbage, and what’s the smartest way to keep raccoons away from trash?

Trying to handle it on your own can make things worse, bring stress, and sometimes even put you at risk. 

That’s where we come in. At Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control, we know how to stop raccoons from turning your trash into their buffet. Our team is trained, experienced, and ready to solve your wildlife problems using safe, humane methods.

Continue to read as we break down how we can keep raccoons out your garbage with the right approach. 

Why Raccoons Target Garbage

Raccoons love garbage because it’s full of food smells, leftovers, and things they can eat. They can open lids, tip over bins, and even chew through plastic. If your garbage is out, raccoons will find it. They’re most active at night when it’s quiet and dark. By the time you see the mess, the raccoons are gone.

Raccoons aren’t just looking for a snack—they’re looking for a home too. If they find an easy food source, they may start nesting close to your property. That’s not just a mess—it’s a real problem for you, your house, and your family.

Some main reasons raccoons go after garbage include:

• Strong food smells from kitchen scraps and leftovers
• Bags or bins that aren’t sealed or protected
• Easy-to-reach trash cans and compost bins

Why DIY Doesn’t Work

A lot of tips and tricks out there might sound easy, but trying to handle raccoon problems by yourself rarely works for long. Most DIY steps only slow the animals down or move the problem to another spot. Raccoons are smart and will find a way past simple fixes. Some so-called “solutions” can even be dangerous for you or your pets.

When it comes to keeping raccoons away from trash and stopping them for good, you need a plan that works. Only professionals know how raccoons think and how to stop them the right way.

Trust Skedaddle for Real Solutions

At Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control, we are experts at preventing raccoons in your garbage and protecting your home. We do more than just block the problem for a day or two—we solve it. Here’s how our process works:

• Assessment: Our team carefully checks your home and property to figure out why raccoons are showing up. We look for things like food sources, entry points, and nesting spots that you might not notice. This thorough inspection helps us understand the problem completely. By identifying these details, we can stop the issue at its source and prevent future problems.
• Custom Plan: Every home is different, so we create a plan that fits your specific needs. Whether it’s sealing entry points or adding barriers, our solutions are tailored to your situation to make sure the raccoons stay out for good. We take the time to explain the plan to you, so you know exactly how we’ll protect your home.
• Humane Methods: We believe in treating animals with care and respect. That’s why we use gentle, humane techniques to guide raccoons out of your space. Our methods ensure they leave safely and don’t come back, without causing them harm. This approach keeps both your home and the local wildlife safe and balanced.

Why Is Prevention Key to Keeping Raccoons Away?

Stopping raccoons before they become a problem is the best way to protect your home. Prevention means making your property less inviting to these animals. By removing food sources, securing garbage, and sealing entry points, you can avoid the hassle of dealing with raccoons altogether.

One of the best tools we use at Skedaddle is a special one-way door. This device lets a raccoon leave but won’t let it back in. It’s a safe, kind way to remove raccoons from spots they shouldn’t be in—like your attic, crawl space, or shed.

How does it work? Our team finds the animal’s entry spot to your garbage and installs a one-way door. The raccoon can leave to search for food, but can’t return once it’s outside. This keeps your home safe and lets the animal move on without harm. Our job doesn’t stop there—we secure all entry points so raccoons can’t come back.

Raccoon-Proof Trash Cans: What That Really Means

A “raccoon-proof” trash can isn’t just a heavy bin with a tight lid. Clever raccoons can still break into most regular garbage cans. Skedaddle’s professionals know exactly which cans and setups actually stop raccoons, and we show you how to keep raccoons away from trash the right way.

We only recommend and use proven, commercial-grade solutions. Our team makes sure lids, bins, and enclosures are strong enough and secure enough to stop even the smartest raccoon.

A Step-by-Step Professional Process

Here’s how we help with your garbage problem, every step of the way:

• We check your trash areas to see what’s attracting raccoons.
• Our experts show you where entry points and weak spots are around your home and yard.
• We install the right equipment and barriers, including strong bins or proper enclosures.
• We use one-way doors, if needed, to let raccoons out without letting them back in.
• We do all the repairs and closing-up work so raccoons can’t return.
• We offer advice on how to make your home and property less appealing to animals, using real strategies, not tricks or unsafe sprays.

All these steps help you prevent raccoons in your garbage—without risking your safety or wasting your time.

Why Choose Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control?

We’ve helped hundreds of people just like you and across Canada. Our team is friendly, experienced, and fully trained. Every service is backed by our commitment to safety and humane wildlife management.

When you choose Skedaddle, you get:

• Complete inspections by wildlife experts
• Fast, safe, and reliable protection for your garbage and your home
• Humane removal methods that work for raccoons, mice, and more
• Advice and repair work to stop the problem from returning
• A team that cares about you, your family, and local wildlife

We believe keeping raccoons away from trash is much easier when you never have to worry about it again.

Your Next Move: Call Us for Real Help

Raccoons in your garbage can be frustrating, but you don’t have to deal with it alone. Trying to fix it yourself can make things worse or even invite raccoons to come back. Trust the experts instead!

If you want a proven plan that actually works, call Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control. We’ll assess your unique problem and use the best, safest methods to prevent raccoons in your garbage for good. 

Don’t wait for another mess. If you want real raccoon-proof trash cans and a home protected from wildlife, request an estimate and learn more today. We’re here to help—friendly, fast, and always professional.