As winter approaches, raccoons need to find a warm and cozy shelter to live in and attics are a perfect choice. Not only is it warm and safe, but there’s proximity to the garbage and other food sources that raccoons crave. For a pregnant raccoon, an attic is just the perfect delivery room and nurturing home. When you start hearing loud thumping, walking noises, growls and cries coming from your attic, especially at night, you’ve probably got a raccoon problem. Although cute-looking, raccoons are one of the most destructive wildlife animals. Their curiosity and intelligence drive them to explore. But for homeowners, their exploration can cost you thousands of dollars in repairs. Here are some of the raccoon’s damage they cause: