Nashville and Middle Tennessee Snake Removal
We Do Not remove non-venomous snakes from the exterior of any structure...yards, pools, vehicles.
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Wildlife that’s found its way into your home or property is a nuisance that you can’t afford not to get rid of. Unwanted animals can damage your property in ways that you may not know how to repair. Trapper Jack Wildlife Specialist offers full-service wildlife removal in Middle, TN. Rely on us to take care of animal removal for your home as soon as you need us. Learn More >
You want to rely on a company that has experience in their industry. Our technicians have been with us for years. Trapper Jack Wildlife Specialist was established in 1997 and has over 29 years of experience removing nuisance animals from people’s homes and properties. Whether they’ve burrowed underneath your home or taken over your attic, we have the knowledge and skill necessary to remove the animals.
You don’t always have time to wait to get rid of unwanted wildlife. Trapper Jack Wildlife Specialist offers same-day service for the times you just can’t wait. We also offer emergency services. If an animal is terrorizing your home, give us a call today.
We’re so certain of our skills that we guarantee that the animals that entered your home won’t come back. After we’ve repaired the wildlife damage, sealed ALL recommended-potential entry and restored your home, the wildlife won’t be able to get back inside. Once repairs and exclusion work has been performed by Trapper Jack Wildlife Specialist; we then offer a Warranty against future wildlife related problems. Call on us today to get started with the removal. Your satisfaction is our priority. Schedule your Free inspection Today!
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Nashville and Middle Tennessee Snake Removal
Our snake trappers will trap the snake and release it someplace else that will be safe for both the snake and the humans. We do not kill snakes, for they are part of the ecosystem and should be respected as such.
Furthermore, snakes are useful; many of them eat rodents and other pests and can be considered our allies against vermin like rats. Some snakes, like king snakes and racers, also kill and eat rattlesnakes.
Snake Biology:
The important thing to know is that most snakes are non-venomous, and pretty much none of them are aggressive. That is, no snake will slither up to you and attack you. Most will run, and some will stand their ground, but if you leave the snake alone, it'll leave you alone. That's how it works for most animals. Snakes live in a wide variety of habitats. Some are great climbers, some are aquatic. Most are very patient when it comes to catching prey - they sit still and silent for a very long time, then when a prey item is in reach, they strike! Some kill by venom, some by constriction. Some just grab bugs and eat them.
Snake Behavior:
There's too many snake species to catalogue here. Some facts common to all snakes - they have no eyelids. They smell with their tongues, by flicking the forked tongue out and tasting the air with the Jacobsen's organ. They are carnivorous. Some give birth to live young, but most lay eggs. One myth about snakes is that if a snake has a triangular head, it is poisonous (venomous). This is not true - most snakes have triangular heads. As reptiles, their body temperature is regulated by surrounding temperatures. Sometimes they'll sunbathe to raise temperature. Many snake usually prefer to hide under heavy cover in cool areas. All snakes are strictly carnivores, and since they can't chew, they swallow their food whole. The poo and pee out of the same hole. Since many people ask me, I have posted photos of what snake poop looks like.
Nuisance Concerns:
The primary concern seems to be fear of snakes (Ophidiophobia) which many people have. It's a common phobia, and I've seen it many times. I've seen adults cowering up on chairs, shaking. It's irrational, but very real for some people. Even for those without a flat-out phobia, snakes are often unsettling.
Often it's just a matter of ignorance - people don't know which snakes are venomous and which are not, so they are naturally cautious around all snakes. Snakes inhabit many ecological niches, and often around human buildings. They'll get into pools, screened porches, and oftentimes, the home itself. Snakes don't need much space to enter a home.
What Shoud I Do If I'm Bitten?
First of all, if you were bitten by a venomous snake, it's most likely a pit viper - you'll have been punctured with large sharp fangs and immediately your flesh will start to dissolve - it'll be excruciatingly painful and immistakeable. If you've just gotten a little nick from a harmless snake, you might actually bleed a lot, because snakes often have anticoagulants in their saliva. If it's not a pit viper, such as the red-yellow-black Coral Snake, then you won't have the searing pain, since that's a neurotoxic venom.
Anyway, here's what you should do - try to remember what the snake looked like. If you can safely gather the specimen, do so, but NOT at the risk of receiving another bite! Call emergency services - an ambulance - if you think it's a venomous snake, or have a friend drive you to the hospital. Don't drive yourself, for risk that you'll pass out on the way. Don't bother with tourniquets, cutting the bite and sucking poison, or any of that crap. It won't help.
How To Get Rid Of Snake?
If you've got a snake on your property, you might just want to leave it alone. It'll be on its way. If you see it habitually and don't like it, then you might want to have it removed. If you've got a snake inside your house and you are unsure of the species, don't try to catch it - most cases of snake bite actually occur when a person is trying to kill or catch a snake. Leave it alone, or isolate it if possible. A wildlife control expert can come and remove the snake. In addition, in some cases we are able to use snake traps to catch snakes. Trapper Jack Wildlife Specialist offers Full Home Exclusions which is a form of sealing the structure so that snakes cannot enter at all. Of course once preventative measures have been taken, we then will offer a warranty to insure the workmanship has been done properly and will remain intact for the life and in many cases longer than the warranty is intended.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - Snake Removal
How do I know if the snake on my property is venomous?
Many venomous and non-venomous snakes look alike. Common venomous species in Nashville and Middle Tennessee include copperheads, rattlesnakes, and cottonmouths. Never approach a snake—contact a professional for identification and removal.
Where do snakes hide in homes?
Snakes can hide in crawl spaces, attics, basements, garages, and sheds. They also nest in firewood piles, tall grass, and underneath porches.
Are snakes beneficial to my property?
Some non-venomous snakes help control rodent populations, but coexisting with snakes near your home can still be risky, especially if venomous species are present.
What should I do if I find a snake in my home?
Stay calm and keep your distance. Do not try to capture or kill the snake. Call a professional snake removal service immediately.
How can I prevent snakes from returning?
Reducing food sources, sealing entry points, and maintaining landscaping can help deter snakes. Our team provides long-term exclusion solutions.