Snake
Removal
Most snakes you’ll encounter in Memphis are non-venomous and beneficial — but most homeowners can’t tell a juvenile rat snake from a young copperhead under a porch light. We’ll identify the species, relocate the snake safely, and find the gaps that let it in.
The real risk of doing nothing.
Wildlife in your home is not a problem that resolves on its own. Every day they’re inside, the damage compounds — and the longer you wait, the more expensive the eventual fix becomes. Here’s specifically what’s at stake when snake get inside.
Misidentification leads to bad decisions
Juvenile rat snakes, kingsnakes, and water snakes are routinely mistaken for copperheads. Killing a non-venomous snake removes a predator that was actually keeping rodents (and other snakes) away.
Bites from cornered snakes
Even non-venomous snakes bite when cornered or grabbed. Most snake bites happen during DIY removal attempts. Don’t grab or corner — call us.
Venomous species in our region
Tennessee has four venomous species: copperhead (most common locally), timber rattlesnake, pygmy rattlesnake, and cottonmouth. Memphis homes most often encounter copperheads, particularly near woodpiles, foundations, and AC units.
They follow the food
Snakes in your house mean rodents in your house. A snake problem is often a rodent problem you didn’t know you had. We address both together.
Gaps the size of a pencil
Snakes can enter through gaps as small as 1/4 inch — under garage door seals, foundation cracks, weep holes in brick. Sealing the snake without sealing the gaps means another will be along.
Pet danger
Curious dogs are the most common copperhead-bite victims in our area. A snake under a deck or in a garden bed is a serious risk to your pet.
Signs you have snake.
If any of these match what you’re hearing or seeing, call us for a free inspection. We’ll confirm the species and rule out anything else before we ever quote work.
- Shed skin found in garage, crawlspace, or near foundation
- Snake tracks in dust or soft soil — a single curved trail
- Sightings near AC units, woodpiles, mulch beds, or rock walls
- Sudden absence of mice or rats you had been hearing (snake may have moved in)
- Snake found in pool skimmer, garage, basement, or crawlspace
- Dogs alerting persistently to one spot near the foundation or under the deck
How we actually fix this.
A real solution requires more than catching the animal — you have to seal the access points, repair the damage, and prevent re-entry. Here’s the process we follow for every snake job.
Rapid response & species ID
Snake calls are time-sensitive — most homeowners want it gone now. We aim for same-day response, often within an hour for the Memphis metro. First step on arrival is species identification by a trained technician.
Safe live capture
We use professional snake tongs and capture tubes — never grabbing or pinning. The snake is contained quickly and calmly. Venomous snakes go in transport containers with locking lids.
Humane relocation
Non-venomous snakes are relocated to suitable habitat away from residential areas — typically 5+ miles, into wooded areas with adequate cover. Venomous species are relocated per TWRA guidelines.
Entry-point inspection
We walk the foundation, garage, crawlspace, and yard identifying how the snake got in. Common culprits: weep holes, garage door seal gaps, dryer vent openings, foundation cracks, and pipe penetrations.
Exclusion & rodent assessment
We seal entry points appropriate to the gap (fine mesh, sealant, foundation patching). Because snakes follow rodents, we also assess for any underlying rodent issue and address it.
Habitat modification advice
We document and explain what attracted the snake — woodpiles too close to the house, mulch beds providing cover, rock walls, or unmaintained landscaping near the foundation. Optional changes you can make.
Every snake job includes:
No upcharges, no surprise fees. Flat-rate quote up front and full insurance coverage on every exclusion.
- Same-day response (often same hour)
- Professional species identification
- Live capture with snake tongs
- Humane relocation to wild habitat
- Venomous snake protocol & PPE
- Foundation + entry-point inspection
- Garage door seal assessment
- Weep hole + dryer vent screening
- Rodent assessment (snakes follow food)
- Habitat modification recommendations
- Photo documentation of capture & seal
- TWRA-compliant handling throughout
Snake — your questions, answered.
How fast can you get here?
We aim for same-hour response for snake calls in the Memphis metro and same-day for the wider Mid-South. Snake calls are prioritized over routine inspections because of the immediate safety concern.
Is it a copperhead?
Maybe — and maybe not. Copperheads have an hourglass-shaped pattern, a triangular head, and a stout body. Juvenile rat snakes and kingsnakes are commonly confused with them. Send us a photo if you can do so safely (from inside) and we’ll often ID it before we even arrive.
Will you kill the snake?
No. We are catch-and-release. Non-venomous snakes are valuable predators that keep rodents in check — killing them often makes your overall pest problem worse. Venomous snakes are relocated per TWRA protocols, not killed.
How much does snake removal cost?
It varies depending on the situation — whether the snake is venomous, where it’s located, and how much entry-point inspection and exclusion work is involved. Venomous captures require extra PPE and safety protocols. Rather than quote a guess over the phone, we assess on site and give you a clear price before any work begins.
What if I can’t see the snake but I’m sure there’s one?
We can still help. We’ll do a full inspection of likely hiding spots (woodpiles, crawlspaces, garage corners, AC units, mulch beds) and look for sheds, tracks, and rodent signs. Often we find the snake. Sometimes we find evidence it moved on — and confirm there’s no current resident.
How do I keep snakes away long-term?
Three things make the biggest difference: control rodents (no food, no snakes); pull mulch and woodpiles 3+ feet from the foundation; seal weep holes and other ground-level gaps with fine steel mesh. We’ll document specific changes for your property after the call.
Ready to solve this?
Free inspection, flat-rate quote, and work done right the first time. Call us or schedule online — same-day available.
