Have you spotted a snake on your property? Chances are you have! Snakes are very common in Australia and almost all of us have come in contact with one at some point. Australia is also home to some of the deadliest snakes in the world, which makes it important to know what you can do to keep snakes away from your property and your family. Although nowhere is 100% snake-proof, in this article the team at Pesky Possum Bird & Pest Control are breaking down what you can do to help keep snakes away.
You need to check for any opening into the house to deter snake intrusion. Snakes can get into your house through the smallest holes or openings, so you need to seal them completely. Check for openings where utility pipes enter the house. We advise the use of the weather stripping to seal up any visible holes. Apart from keeping snakes away, you will also prevent warm air from escaping during the cold season and vice versa. Also, ensure that there are no cracks in the foundation of your house.
Just like most native animals, snakes are always looking for better shelter and food. In most cases, these reptiles will be looking for cooler or warmer, dark places depending on the season. If you have long grass and thick landscaping, then you need to clear it up since it provides perfect shelter for rodents and insects which are snakes’ favourite food. Keep your yard free of clutter. Remove any piles of leaves, wood chip mulch, stacks of firewood and compost piles.
This is another method that will work well in repelling snakes away from the house. But this will be effective depending on the type of the snakes you have in your area and how they commonly travel. You can go for specialised types of fences that can work against all kinds of snakes. You can go for plastic sheeting, catch net fencing or steel mesh. Just make sure that the fence is flush to the ground and angled outwards.
If you suspect that snakes are already in your house and using repellent may not work, you can set mechanical or glue traps. But make sure that the wildlife agency has licensed you for safety and legality.
Avoid feeding your pets outside since it can attract rodents and insects thus providing food for snakes. If feeding them outside is necessary, make sure that uneaten food is cleaned up right away.
Have you got a snake problem on your property? It might be time you call in the experts at Pesky Possum Bird & Pest Control! You can find out more about our snake removal service by clicking here, or call us on 1300 767 786.
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