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Birds and raccoons seem to like chimneys as places to start a family. If at all possible, try to let the adults finish raising their young. Baby birds will fledge from the nest in about two to three weeks. Baby mammals will remain in the 'den' for up to two months. Other than the inconvenience from the noise, the animals should not cause any damage to the chimney and are not a danger to your family. Make sure that the chimney flue is closed so that the birds/animals do not have access to your house. Do not use the fireplace until the animals have left the chimney permanently. Have the chimney professionally cleaned before using it again to avoid a fire hazard. Install a commercial chimney cap to prevent birds or animals from gaining access to the chimney in the future.