Snake removal
Snake removal, whether done by professionals or not, is a very delicate affair. There are certain rules and regulations that govern how snakes should be safely removed. In some states, the law dictates that snakes should never be harmed because they positively impact the ecology. Besides, it is only human not to kill or hurt another animal but to safely relocate it to a location where it poses no threat to you and your family members.
Deciding whether you should conduct snake removal or call in experts’ help depends on a few factors. Do not attempt to catch and relocate a snake if you lack the confidence to do it.
Level of skills
Snake removal requires tact and skill. You cannot randomly decide to catch and relocate a snake without any background knowledge and information. If it is your first time engaging in snake removal, you should conduct a bit of research on snake behavior and the appropriate snake capturing procedures. Remove it yourself only if you are sure of yourself and have taken all the required precautionary measures. If you have removed a snake before, the second or subsequent removal process will be a little easier compared to the first attempt.
- Availability of appropriate equipment
Catching and relocating snakes should never be done without the appropriate tools and equipment to minimize the likelihood of sustaining injuries during the process. Snakes are vicious animals when provoked, and trying to catch or move them often agitates them.
Before you embark on a snake removal mission, ensure that you have the appropriate snake catching equipment such as snake tongs, hooks, traps, and snake bags. You also need to put on personal protective gear, including heavy-duty gloves, snake boots, and snake pants. If you do not have these items at your disposal, consider getting professional assistance.
- Alternative means of removing snakes
You can remove snakes from your living area using alternative snake removal procedures that repel the reptiles or prey on them. These include bringing in animals that scare or feed on snakes such as dogs, pigs, guinea hens, and raccoons. Alternatively, you can cultivate snake repelling crops like garlic and lemongrass. Beware that this do-it-yourself approach to snake removal may take some time, especially if you decide to grown crops that repel snakes.
- State and county rules and regulations
Read up on the laws and regulations on snake removal in your county or state before catching any snake. If the law allows you to remove the snakes by yourself, go ahead. If the law prohibits self-removal of snakes, contact professional pest removal services who will send experts to handle your snake problem.
NOTE: If all the above do-it-yourself snake removal methods are not feasible for your specific case or if you are too scared to try them, call professional animal removal services. Should you choose to remove the snakes yourself, always take the necessary precautions to avoid snake bites or any other injury. If you have spotted more than a few snakes within your property, it is best to hire professional snake removal services.