Raccoons are usually classified as a pest species due to their habits of living in human dwellings. The primary approaches to raccoon control and removal are trapping, prevention, or repellents, as outlined and discussed here in detail.
There's only one real sure fire way to get rid of raccoons, and it probably will work in getting rid of other wildlife that is hanging around your home. Read and find out how you can try other ways.
Raccoons (Procyon lotor) are perhaps the most immediately recognizable animal/pest found in the U.S. And they're not hard to find. Coons are unbelievably versatile and adaptable.