FAQs Archive - Page 2 of 2 - Virginia Snake Removal

Q: How can I discourage snakes from coming into the yard?

Snakes often occur in the vicinity of suburban and urban residential areas. They can even show up occasionally in your backyard. If the presence of snakes is deemed undesirable, removing their shelter is one of the most effective ways of discouraging them. Eliminating rock piles, brush piles, and areas of tall grass will cause snakes to seek a more suitable habitat. Store lumber, wood piles, and other debris around the home at least 18 inches off the ground. Controlling insect and rodent populations in the area will also help to discourage snakes by eliminating their food supply.

Q: Where do snakes hide in houses?

Snakes are most often found in basements or crawl space areas but they have been known to make their way into living areas as well. You can search the following areas for snakes: Under and behind appliances In rafters On wall ledges Near door or window frames In or around stored boxes In or around clothing piles Near water pipes Near heat sources In confined, dark spaces

Q: What to do if a snake tries to attack you?

Top 5 things you need to do if you get bitten by a snake Call an ambulance immediately. You should treat any snakebite as an emergency, regardless of whether you think the snake was venomous or not. Don't panic and don't move. Leave the snake alone. Apply a pressure immobilization bandage and splint. Don't wash, suck, cut, or tourniquet the bite.

Q: How much does removing a snake cost?

Removing a snake from a house usually averages $300 to $400, with the average homeowner paying around $350 to remove a non-venomous snake that takes two to three hours to catch. Snake Removal Costs, Snake Pest Control: The national average cost $350 Average range $300-$400 Minimum cost $150 Maximum cost $600