How To Get Rid Of Snakes
For a home or business owner attempting to get rid of snakes on their own, the process should be approached with caution, strategy, and a clear understanding of snake behavior. While our professional pest control is always the safest and most effective solution, there are several steps you can take to reduce the likelihood of snake encounters and remove any that may already be present:
Identify the Type of Snake
Before taking any action, determine whether the snake is venomous or non-venomous.
Do not approach or attempt to handle the snake unless you are certain it’s harmless.
Use online wildlife databases or contact local animal control for identification assistance—photos (taken from a safe distance) can help.
If the snake is venomous, do not attempt DIY removal. Contact our professional pest control or animal services immediately.
Remove What Attracts Snakes
Snakes are primarily drawn to properties that provide food, water, and shelter.
Eliminate these attractants by:
Controlling rodent populations: Use traps, seal food sources, and clean up droppings, as mice and rats are a major snake food source.
Removing standing water: Fix leaks, empty birdbaths, and eliminate puddles or damp areas.
Clearing clutter and debris: Get rid of wood piles, leaf litter, tall grass, unused equipment, and junk piles that offer cover.
Sealing openings: Close gaps under doors, around pipes, in foundations, and along siding. Use caulk, steel wool, or weatherstripping to block entry points.
Use Snake Repellents and Deterrents
While repellents are not foolproof, they can reduce snake activity when used correctly:
Natural repellents: Sulfur, clove oil, cinnamon oil, and naphthalene (found in some commercial repellents) can deter snakes temporarily.
Commercial repellents: Apply around property perimeters, foundations, and known snake travel paths. Reapply after rain or every few weeks.
Vibration and sound deterrents: Ultrasonic or vibrating stake devices can help keep snakes away from open areas like yards or gardens, though effectiveness varies.
Trap and Relocate (if Legal in Your Area)
If you’re confident the snake is non-venomous and local regulations allow it:
Use a humane snake trap (available at hardware or pest control supply stores). These typically lure snakes into an enclosed container that can be safely relocated.
Place traps along walls, near foundation edges, or in shaded areas where snakes travel.
Check traps daily and relocate the snake several miles away in a wooded or natural area.
Modify Landscaping
Snakes prefer cool, shaded, and concealed environments. Altering the landscape can make your property less appealing:
Trim grass short and keep shrubs neatly pruned.
Install snake-proof fencing around vulnerable areas like play spaces, dog runs, or gardens—mesh should be small (¼ inch or less) and buried several inches into the ground.
Use gravel or sharp-edged mulch near structures and foundations to discourage snakes from slithering close.
Maintain Ongoing Prevention
Once snakes are gone, proactive maintenance helps ensure they don’t return:
Conduct monthly property inspections.
Keep pet food stored securely and feed pets indoors.
Repair damaged screens, vents, and crawlspace covers.
Keep lights on at night—some snakes avoid well-lit areas.
Know When to Call Our Professionals
If the snake is inside a building, appears aggressive, or might be venomous, do not attempt to capture or kill it. Our professionals use specialized equipment such as snake tongs, bite-proof gloves, and removal containers, allowing us to identify and relocate snakes safely.
The Best Way To Get Rid Of Snakes
Our professional pest control is the best and most reliable way to get rid of snakes because we combines expert knowledge, specialized equipment, and targeted prevention strategies that go far beyond what a typical home or business owner can safely accomplish on their own. Snakes can be unpredictable, difficult to locate, and in some cases, extremely dangerous, making our professional intervention not only more effective but also far safer. Here’s why our professional snake control is the superior choice:
Accurate Identification and Risk Assessment
Not all snakes are alike, and the first step in effective control is accurate species identification.
Our professionals can distinguish between venomous and non-venomous snakes with certainty—something that can be difficult or even dangerous for untrained individuals.
Correct identification determines how the snake should be handled, whether it can be safely relocated, or if additional control methods are required.
Our pest control technicians are trained to assess the level of infestation, entry points, and environmental attractants, ensuring that removal is not just reactive but comprehensive.
Safe and Humane Removal
Handling snakes without training or the right tools poses serious risk. Our professionals have both:
Specialized equipment such as snake tongs, hooks, traps, and bite-resistant gloves designed for safe capture and removal.
Humane relocation practices that comply with local wildlife regulations, ensuring the snake is moved to an appropriate habitat far from human activity.
This prevents injury to both the person and the animal, reducing legal or ethical issues that can arise from DIY attempts to kill or harm snakes.
Locating Hidden Snakes and Nests
Snakes are skilled at hiding in hard-to-reach places—beneath foundations, inside walls, attics, basements, and crawlspaces.
Our pest control professionals know how to track snake activity, identify entry and exit points, and locate nests or eggs that may not be visible to the untrained eye.
This ensures complete removal rather than just addressing the visible problem, reducing the likelihood of future encounters.
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Approach
Our professional services don’t just remove snakes—we address the root cause of the infestation.
Our technicians use an Integrated Pest Management strategy that targets the underlying factors attracting snakes, such as rodent populations, excess moisture, or structural vulnerabilities.
By controlling the snakes’ food sources and habitat conditions, our professionals ensure long-term prevention rather than just temporary relief.
Use of Proven Repellents and Barriers
Many over-the-counter snake repellents offer inconsistent results, while our professionals have access to commercial-grade repellents, exclusion materials, and deterrent systems that are both more effective and longer lasting.
We can install snake-proof barriers and fencing in high-risk areas, seal entry points with durable materials, and apply repellents correctly to maximize coverage and longevity.
This level of precision and effectiveness is difficult to achieve through DIY methods.
Compliance with Local Wildlife Laws
In many areas, it’s illegal to harm or kill certain snake species, even if they are considered pests.
Our professional pest control technicians are knowledgeable about local wildlife protection regulations and ensure that all removal and relocation procedures are fully compliant.
This protects property owners from potential fines or legal consequences that can result from mishandling protected species.
Peace of Mind and Long-Term Protection
Beyond the immediate safety benefits, hiring our professionals provides confidence that the problem is fully resolved.
You avoid the stress and danger of dealing with snakes directly.
Our professionals often offer follow-up inspections, monitoring, and maintenance plans to prevent re-infestation.
Our work is backed by guarantees and warranties, offering assurance that if snakes return, so will we.
Cost-Effectiveness Over Time
Our professional services prevent more expensive issues later—such as structural repairs from snakes nesting in walls or medical costs from snakebites.
DIY approaches often involve trial and error, wasted money on ineffective repellents, and recurring infestations.
Our professional treatment is a comprehensive solution that provides for both immediate removal and lasting prevention.
Our professional pest control is the best way to get rid of snakes because through our access to professional-grade tools, repellents, and expertise, we ensure safe, humane, and legal removal of both venomous and non-venomous species, thorough identification, inspection, and exclusion to eliminate root causes, and long-term prevention through habitat modification and ongoing protective services.
Our professionals don’t just remove snakes—we make sure they don’t come back.
Get Rid Of Snakes With Miche Pest Control
Hiring our team of professionals at Miche Pest Control is an investment in long-term protection, expertise, and peace of mind. Here’s why:
- Personalized Service and Local Expertise: We know the specific pest pressures in the area—such as seasonal rodent activity, regional ant species, or local termite threats. Our technicians understand the environment, climate, and building types common to the area, allowing them to provide targeted, effective treatments.
- High-Quality, Comprehensive Solutions: As a full-service provider, we doe’t just treat surface problems; we address the root causes. From inspections and prevention to exclusion and ongoing maintenance, we deliver complete, integrated pest management (IPM) programs designed to both eliminate infestations and prevent future ones.
- Accountability and Reliability: We live and die by our reputation. We rely on trust, referrals, and repeat business, meaning we're committed to doing the job right the first time and providing exceptional customer care.
- Faster Response Times: We respond quickly to emergencies and schedule services sooner than large, national chains. Especially when you’re dealing with urgent pest issues like rodents or wasps, that speed matters.
- Customized Treatment Plans: We tailor our services to your property’s specific needs instead of using one-size-fits-all chemical treatments. This results in safer, more effective pest control that minimizes environmental impact and reduces unnecessary pesticide use.
- Highly Trained, Experienced Technicians: We invest in training, certification, and continuing education for our technicians. We stay current on the latest pest biology, control techniques, and safety standards.
- Long-Term Prevention and Value: Our focus on providing quality service means fewer callbacks, longer-lasting protection, and better value over time. Instead of repeated, temporary fixes, you get strategic solutions that protect your home or business for the long run and provide better peace of mind.
Hiring our team means you get expertise you can trust, faster service, safer and more effective treatments, and long-term results that protect both your property and your peace of mind. Contact us today!