Snakes in Your House: Here’s Where They Choose to Hide When It’s Very Hot

August 19, 2025 by admin

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3. **Inside Wall Voids or Behind Baseboards**
Gaps in walls or floorboards provide snug, protected spaces for snakes to retreat.

4. **Garages and Storage Areas**
Boxes, clutter, and storage bins create plenty of hiding spots and attract rodents, which in turn attract snakes.

5. **Closets and Laundry Rooms**
These rooms often have quiet corners and piles of clothes or linens where snakes can hide unnoticed.

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### How to Keep Snakes Out When It’s Hot

* **Seal Entry Points:** Check for cracks, gaps, and holes in walls, doors, and foundations, and seal them promptly.
* **Declutter:** Remove piles of boxes, wood, and debris where snakes may hide or hunt for prey.
* **Control Rodents:** Since rodents attract snakes, keep your home free of pests with proper sanitation and traps.
* **Maintain Landscaping:** Trim bushes and keep grass short near your home to reduce snake habitats.
* **Use Repellents:** Natural snake repellents, like sulfur or certain essential oils, can discourage snakes but are not foolproof.

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### What to Do If You Find a Snake Inside

If you discover a snake in your home:

* **Stay calm and keep your distance.**
* **Identify the snake, if possible, from a safe distance.** Not all snakes are dangerous, but it’s best to be cautious.
* **Call professional wildlife control or pest management** to safely remove the snake.
* Avoid trying to catch or kill the snake yourself unless you’re trained.

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### Final Thoughts

Hot weather can drive snakes indoors as they seek relief from the heat. Knowing their favorite hiding spots and taking preventive steps can protect your home and family from unwelcome encounters.

Keeping your house secure, clean, and rodent-free is the best way to discourage these cold-blooded visitors from making themselves comfortable.

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Got questions about snake safety or want tips for your region? I’m here to help—just ask!

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