Opossum Removal
Opossums are slow, shy and often found under decks, in sheds and around garages looking for food and a quiet place to sleep. They are not aggressive, but they do not leave on their own. We remove them gently and shut the hiding places down.
- Common spotsUnder decks, sheds, garages, porches
- SignsOverturned trash, pet food missing, tracks
- HabitNocturnal and slow-moving
- AfterSkirting and sealing
What is included
- 1Gentle handlingOpossums often freeze or play dead, and we handle them calmly and safely.
- 2Hiding places closedGaps under decks, porches and sheds are skirted off.
- 3Food source advicePet food, trash and fallen fruit are what bring them in, and we show you what to change.
- 4Pet-safe approachMethods are chosen with your pets and children in mind.
From the first call to the last seal
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- 1Find the signsWe inspect the property for tracks, droppings, entry holes and the spot where the animal is staying.
- 2Plan the captureWe choose a humane method that fits the animal, the season and the property, and explain it before we start.
- 3Remove and releaseThe animal is handled with care and released away from your home.
- 4Close the way inEntry points are sealed so the next visitor cannot move in.
Is this the right service for you?
- Garages and sheds with a nighttime visitor
- Decks and porches with open gaps underneath
- Yards with pet food left out
- Homes with trash cans that get tipped
Common questions
Are opossums dangerous?
They are generally shy and prefer to avoid people. Playing dead is a defense, not an attack. We still handle them with care because any wild animal can bite if it feels trapped.
Will it leave if I close the gap?
Not if it is still inside. We make sure the animal is out before the opening is sealed so nothing is trapped.
Services that pair with this one
Deck and Porch SkirtingBuried-mesh skirting that closes off the space under decks and porches.Open the file FILE 131Predators and Rescue
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