Hearing hissing in the wall might not be as uncommon as you think. Snakes that chase mice or rats into the home can often be heard slithering or hissing behind the drywall.
Snakes are not common invaders like rodents or insects, but that does not mean they will not find their way inside.
They are generally lured into homes due to conditions which would favor food sources, like rodents. Dampness, darkness, and rodent smell can be three factors that lure snakes inside.
The best way to get rid of snakes indoors (and rodents, too), is to bring in snake control experts.
How do you know if a snake is in the wall?
Not only can snakes be heard moving through the wall, but they can also be heard hissing or making other unusual noises.
Since snakes are skinny, they can fit into any cracks or crevices that any rodent can fit through. Dryer vents, improperly sealed doors or windows, open pipes sticking out of the home, cracks in brick or siding, gutters, and wire entries are just a few different methods snakes can use to gain entry into the home.
Snakes can be found in the attic or slithering through the walls in search of food. If you have a rodent issue in the home, your chance of seeing a snake inside will increase greatly.
How long can a snake live in your walls?
If a snake finds its way into your walls, it can potentially survive for months. But it depends on the availability of food (including rodents) and water.
What to Do if a Snake Is in Your Walls
Sometimes, as homeowners, we can forget about areas like crawlspaces or unfinished basements. Be sure to keep a check on these areas to make sure you are not harboring any unwanted guests. If they can find their way under the home, they can find their way inside!
Potted plants moved in from outdoors also need to be thoroughly checked for snakes and other unwanted visitors!
You can take certain precautions to deter snakes from coming indoors: seal entry points, make sure doors and windows have proper seals, keep the yard trimmed low, keep debris away from the home, cover vents with screen/mesh, and most importantly, if you have an issue with rodents, make sure you get that issue handled. Eliminating the food source will often eliminate the problem!
Snake Exterminators for Georgia Homes
If you do happen to come across snakes in the home, don’t try to handle them yourself. For more info on pricing and snake or rodent control, call our office today or fill out our contact form here. Let us take away your pests today!
Authors: G. Wyatt West – A University of Georgia Graduate of Entomology
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