Snake Removal in Salem, Oregon
For many people, the fear of snakes, or ophidiophobia, is a very real problem. So imagine how they would feel if there were a snake in their home! All fear aside, snakes be a danger if you aren’t sure what kind of snake you are dealing with. Only one of the fifteen native snake species in Oregon is venomous, but many nonvenomous snakes have characteristics that mimic those of venomous ones. This makes it increasingly difficult to discern whether the snake you are dealing with is dangerous or not. A good rule of thumb is to be cautious around all snakes.
Why Do I Have a Snake in My Home?
Because snakes are cold-blooded animals, they need to be careful to regulate their body temperature. This makes man-made structures, like houses, the perfect heat source. Snakes will use anything they can find to stay warm from pools to screened porches, and even the home itself! If there are mice or other food sources on the property, snakes will be even more drawn to your home. Snakes don’t need much space to get into your house, making a professional reptile exclusion installation essential.
How Do I Get Rid of Snakes?
Although they can be off-putting, snakes are not always bad. They are great at regulating the mouse population, as long as they are not making their way into your home. If you’ve got a snake inside, you’ll want to get it removed. Because of the risk of the snake being venomous, it is best to not try to catch it yourself. Most cases of snake bites occur when a person is trying to kill or catch a snake. The best course of action is to contact your local wildlife removal company to take care of the snake problem. Our technicians are trained to humanely catch and remove troublesome snakes from homes and properties.
Why Should I Remove Snakes from My Home?
There are roughly 40,000 reported snake bites per year, 8,000 of which are venomous. Because of their size, snakes are able to get through the tiniest crevices, making it easy for them to take you by surprise. This also allows them to take up shelter in your walls, where they can nest or die, which can be very difficult to remove.
Other than their bite capacity, snakes can carry and spread a variety of diseases. Some of the common ones that can be passed to humans include salmonellosis, botulism, leptospirosis, and campylobacteriosis. The toxic venom from a Western Rattlesnake, the only native venomous snake in Oregon, can also produce extreme pain and swelling at the location of the bite, excessive bleeding, nausea, and swelling in the mouth and throat, making it difficult to breathe.
What Can I do for Snake Control?
- Get your home inspected by a licensed wildlife specialist
- Seal entry points (be sure that all wildlife is gone)
- Get professional-grade repairs done
- Install screens
- Exclusion or snake control
Do Snakes Have Natural Predators?
Fortunately, there are a few animals in Oregon that act as population control for snakes. Some enemies of snakes include birds, skunks, raccoons, opossums, and even other snakes. When snakes are young, they pose as easy prey to larger mammals. However, as they get larger, they become a much more formidable foe.
The biggest predator snakes have are humans. Because of the danger they pose, most people take every opportunity they have to kill a snake. Not everyone is afraid of snakes though. Different breeds of snakes are actually highly sought-after pets. This leads to humans hunting snakes. People also hunt snakes to make anti-venom, which could potentially save the life of a snakebite victim.
Another threat that snakes face is the destruction of their habitats. Like many other animals, snakes have been affected by humans clearing land for homes, farms, and highways.
How Much Does it Cost to Remove a Snake?
At Wildlife Removal & Pest Control, we offer a snake survey to homes and businesses for a fee starting at $175. Included in the survey, our technicians will thoroughly inspect the property for the presence of snakes and check for other species that may attract them like mice and other rodents. The techs will identify any entry points the snake used to get inside the dwelling. Because snakes can be dangerous for our technicians to remove, there may be an additional charge to take the snake off of the property.
Who do I Call to Remove a Snake?
If there is a snake that is on public property, your local municipal animal control office may be able to remove it for you. However, if you are seeing snakes on your property and in your home, call Wildlife Removal & Pest Control today at 971-224-7870 to get an appointment scheduled.