Lake Country Snake Control Services

Protecting Families in Athens, Eatonton, Greensboro, Madison, and Milledgeville

Discovering a snake on your property triggers immediate concern, especially when you're unsure whether the species is venomous or harmless. CatchPro Wildlife Removal is here to help, with prompt solutions from licensed wildlife removal professionals that safely evict these reptiles from your property while helping you understand what attracted them and how to prevent future encounters. 

Our locally owned and family-operated team has extensive experience identifying and handling all snake species found in our service area, including venomous varieties that require specialized removal techniques. Whether you've encountered a snake in your garage, discovered one near your back door, or noticed increased snake activity around your property, our team has the knowledge and equipment to remove them safely, avoid putting you or your family at risk, and earn your five-star review.

Found a snake on your property? Call CatchPro Wildlife Removal at (706) 471-0974 to request same-day snake removal services!

We Know Local Snake Species

Georgia is home to both venomous and non-venomous snake species, and correctly identifying what you're dealing with is crucial for developing an appropriate response. 

Our team most frequently encounters and removes:

• Copperheads. The most commonly encountered venomous snake in our area features distinctive hourglass-shaped bands across a tan to pinkish-brown body. Copperheads frequent wooded areas, rock piles, and properties near water sources, often hiding in leaf litter and garden mulch.
• Cottonmouths. A semi-aquatic venomous snake commonly found around Lake Country's numerous waterways, ponds, and wetlands, Cottonmouths are thick-bodied with dark crossbands and display their white mouth interior as a warning when threatened.
• Timber rattlesnakes. Occasionally encountered in more rural locations, these large venomous snakes have distinctive rattles and mottled tan, brown, or gray coloring. They prefer wooded areas and rocky outcrops but may appear on properties bordering natural habitats.
• Eastern rat snakes. These large non-venomous constrictors are frequently found around homes and outbuildings where they hunt rodents. They are excellent climbers, can reach six feet in length, and often appear in attics, barns, and upper levels of structures.
• Black racers. These fast-moving, non-venomous snakes inhabit open areas and are often seen crossing yards or driveways. Despite their harmless nature, their speed and solid black color can be alarming.
• Garter snakes. Among the most common non-venomous snakes in residential areas, they are typically found in gardens, flower beds, and near water features. These small to medium snakes have distinctive longitudinal stripes and feed on insects and small amphibians.
• Ring-necked snakes. These small, secretive non-venomous snakes are known for their distinctive yellow or orange neck rings. They hide under logs, rocks, landscape timbers, and debris piles, rarely exceeding fifteen inches in length.

Understanding which species inhabit your property helps our team develop effective removal and prevention strategies tailored to your specific situation.

Recognizing Venomous Snakes from a Safe Distance

When you encounter a snake, certain characteristics can help determine whether it's venomous, though maintaining a safe distance is always the priority. Venomous snakes in Georgia typically have triangular or arrow-shaped heads that are distinctly wider than their necks, while non-venomous snakes usually have rounded, narrow heads.

Body patterns provide additional identification clues. Venomous Copperheads display distinctive hourglass-shaped bands, Cottonmouths show dark blocky crossbands, and Rattlesnakes feature diamond or chevron patterns with obvious tail rattles. Behaviorally, Cottonmouths often stand their ground and open their mouths to reveal white interiors, while most non-venomous snakes flee when approached.

The most reliable features of pit vipers are the heat-sensing pits between their eyes and nostrils and the vertical, elliptical pupils. However, observing these requires dangerously close proximity. The safest approach is to assume any unidentified snake is potentially venomous, maintain distance, and contact professionals immediately.

Don't take chances with snake identification. Call CatchPro Wildlife Removal at (706) 471-0974 or contact us online to request professional guidance and a free removal estimate!