The sighting of a snake can make anyone’s skin crawl, especially if the person does not know whether the snake is venomous or not. We think that most of the snakes are venomous. However, the opposite is true.
Take the example of South Carolina, where only 6 venomous snakes are living, out of which 2 snakes are capable of killing a person if antivenom is not given.
One is often seen in grassy areas, while the second often stays far away from the human population. Still, it is better to have a snake-free home for peace of mind. But how can you unlock this skill?
Well, there are several techniques you can use to make your house less attractive to snakes. The key is to remove all the things that snakes like from your house and add those things that they dislike.
So, we have mentioned a few practices you can follow to make snakes dislike your house.
Close entry points
Do not allow snakes to enter your house in the first place. For this, you have to close all the openings because they are not going to enter through your front door.
These unwelcomed guests often enter through small openings, holes, burrows dug by other animals, cracks in walls, and tree branches.
You have to seal all the cracks, seals, and openings to stop them from entering your house. Thoroughly inspect your property and look for possible entrances. Look for even the smallest holes and close them with a strong material. They can even enter through pipes, vents, and direct entryways. So, make sure to take care of them.
Remove food sources
One of the primary reasons for snakes inhabiting a house is food. If they find your house a good source of food, they are highly likely to inhabit it or come multiple times.
They often look for small animals and lizards to prey upon. These include but are not limited to,
- Small rodents
- Insects
- Frogs
- Worms
- Fish
- Chicks
- Birds
Also, do not put pet food outside. Do not keep the used pet food bowl outside or in the garage, even if it does not contain food inside. The smell can attract snakes. So, keep it clean or inside your house.
Clear water sources
Like other living creatures, snakes also need water. They are cold-blooded animals, and they need water to regulate their body temperature.
Now, there could be various sources of water for them. The most common (within a house) are pools, ponds, birdbaths, and pet water bowls.
If there is water trapped in small holes, piles of trash, and water hoss, it is likely to attract snakes. Remove unnecessary water from your yard and keep your house clean. Remove all extra water features to avoid snake inhabitation.
Remove possible shelters
Shelter is another reason for snakes to inhabit a place. Seeking shelter could be to take rest, hide from predators, regulate body temperature, and breed.
Possible shelters include:
- Burrows, dig by moles and other animals
- Under big rocks
- Woodpiles
- Grass Piles
- Piles of debris
- Roofs
- Attics
- Cracks and openings
- Behind furniture and appliances
But overgrown grass could also work as a shelter for them. Also, look for other possible hiding places like these. You can use gravel instead of grass in your yard to make it less attractive to snakes. Close all entry points and keep your yard super plain. Regular cleaning will help you identify possible shelters, cracks, and food sources for snakes.
Use natural repellents
When you are done with preventive measures, you have to implement some attacking plan. However, this attack plan does not include killing the snake. It includes deterring practices.
Some natural remedies can be used to deter snakes. Snakes have a strong sense of smell. You have to use their sense of smell to your advantage. Sprinkle vinegar, garlic, lime hot pepper solution, and onions near the entry points. Their smell will keep snakes away. You can also buy predator urine from online stores and spray it near entry points to mimic the presence of their natural predators. If possible, pet their natural predators (foxes, cats, and certain breeds of dogs).
What if snakes are inside your house?
Well, the strategies described above are for making your house least attractive to snakes. If snake/s is living in your house, what to do then? At this moment, you need a snake removal service.
If you are thinking of handling a snake yourself, you are in big trouble. You are risking your life! Some snakes have venom so potent that it can even lead to death. So, you need expert help from an agency like Blythewood Wildlife Removal to remove the snake and ensure the safety of your home and family. We hope this guide helped you a lot.
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