OPOSSUM REMOVAL

Opossums can become an unexpected nuisance on residential properties. If left unchecked, they can cause damage, create health hazards, and leave unpleasant odors. Southern Wildlife Removal provides fast, humane, and effective opossum removal services to protect your home.

Why Opossums Are a Problem

Opossums can cause a range of issues, including:

• Foul odors from urine and droppings.
   
• Health risks – carrying diseases and parasites such as rabies and fleas.
   
• Property damage – tearing insulation and damaging sheds, garages, or other structures.
   
• Garbage scavenging – contaminating trash and food sources.
   
• Insulation contamination – leaving urine stains and feces behind.
   

How Opossums Get in the Home

Opossums enter through holes or weak spots around the house, garage, or sheds. They can climb trees to access roofs and attics. Once inside, they may tear up insulation, urinate, and leave droppings, creating serious problems for homeowners. Being nocturnal, opossums are rarely seen during the day. They are generally non-aggressive and often “play dead” when threatened. Signs of opossum activity include freshly dug holes around the property or unusual nighttime noises like coughing or gargling sounds.

Our Humane Opossum Removal Process

• Locate and Remove: We identify where the opossum is hiding and safely trap it to prevent further access to your property.
   
• One-Way Exit Tunnels: If the opossum is in an enclosed area, we install one-way exit tunnels that allow it to leave safely but prevent re-entry.
   
• Animal Proofing: After removal, we seal entry points and reinforce weak spots around the property, including decks, foundations, and attics.
   
• No Poisons Used: We never use poisons, which can be hazardous to pets and family and may lead to animals dying inside your home. Our methods are humane and safe for both your family and the opossum.
   

Opossum Prevention Tips

Prevent opossums from returning by:

• Keeping debris away from your property.
   
• Securing garbage cans with tight-fitting lids.
   
• Repairing holes or weak spots around the home.
   
• Trimming overhanging trees to reduce roof access.
   

If you need an opossum removed, contact Southern Wildlife Removal today. Serving Tift and surrounding Georgia counties, we provide safe, professional wildlife removal solutions for your home.