🐾
Wildlife Control
Humane Opossum Removal
They're nesting under your home and they won't leave on their own.
💚
Humane Live Trapping
Problems Opossums Cause
🏠 Property Damage
Tear up insulation, damage ductwork, and create messes in crawl spaces and under decks.
🐕 Pet Conflicts
Can injure pets when cornered and attract fleas and ticks.
🗑️ Garbage Raiders
Knock over trash cans, scatter garbage, and eat pet food left outdoors.
💩 Waste Buildup
Droppings accumulate in nesting areas, creating odors and potential health concerns.
Identify Your Pest
Virginia Opossum
Size: 24–33 inches (including tail), 4–14 lbs
Color: Gray fur, white face, hairless pink tail, pointed snout
Key Fact: Plays dead involuntarily when threatened; eats up to 5,000 ticks per season
Self-Service
Book Your Consultation Online Now
Skip the phone queue -- schedule your pest inspection in under 60 seconds, 24/7.
Pick Your Time
Choose a date that works
Instant Confirmation
No waiting for callbacks
No Obligation
Free estimates included
Prepare for Your Appointment
1
Bring Pet Food & Water Inside at Night
Outdoor pet food is a top opossum attractant. Remove all bowls before nightfall.
2
Secure Garbage & Compost
Use locking lids on trash cans and seal compost bins to eliminate easy food sources.
3
Note Entry Points Under Decks & Sheds
Identify where opossums access under structures and share this with your technician.
4
Clear Fallen Fruit From Yard
Pick up fallen fruit from trees — a major opossum attractant in Bay Area properties.
5
Photograph Tracks or Droppings
Take photos of five-toed prints or droppings to help confirm species and activity patterns.
6
Don't Approach — Let the Technician Assess
Leave handling to your technician. They have proper equipment for humane capture.
Your technician will guide you on arrival.
🔍 Did You Know?
Signs of Opossum Activity
Overturned trash cans, scattered garbage, and large droppings near your home are common signs. You may also hear scratching or thumping sounds under your deck, porch, or in crawl spaces at night.
What Attracts Them to Your Property
Unsecured garbage, pet food left outdoors, fallen fruit, and compost piles are top attractants. Opossums also seek sheltered denning spots like open crawl spaces, woodpiles, and gaps under decks or sheds.
Health and Property Risks
Opossums carry fleas and ticks that can transfer to your pets. Their droppings and urine accumulate in nesting areas, creating foul odors and potential bacterial contamination. They also damage insulation and ductwork in crawl spaces.
Where They Hide on Your Property
Opossums den under decks, porches, sheds, and in crawl spaces. They also nest in woodpiles, dense brush, and overgrown areas near your foundation. Any dark, sheltered spot close to food sources becomes a potential den.
Seasonal Patterns
Opossums are active year-round in California. They breed from January through July and may have two litters per year. You're most likely to notice them in late winter and spring when mothers seek warm, protected denning sites for their young.
When to Call a Professional
If opossums have denned under your home, are returning nightly despite removing food sources, or you find droppings accumulating in crawl spaces, professional trapping and exclusion is the most effective and humane solution.
✅ What You Can Do
Secure Garbage & Pet Food
Keep trash cans sealed and bring pet food indoors at night. Opossums follow easy meals.
Block Access Under Structures
Install hardware cloth around deck and porch openings. Bury it a few inches underground to prevent digging.
Pick Up Fallen Fruit
Collect fallen fruit regularly. Fruit trees are a major opossum attractant in Bay Area yards.
Use Motion-Activated Deterrents
Motion-activated lights or sprinklers discourage opossums from setting up camp near your home.
Clean Up Pet Waste
Regular pet waste cleanup prevents attracting more opossums and wildlife, breaking the cycle of repeated visits.
Remove Hiding Spots
Clear woodpiles, leaf piles, and dense brush near your foundation. Opossums seek dark, sheltered spots close to food.
⚠️ What to Avoid
Don't Use Poison
Poisoning opossums is inhumane and illegal in many areas. It puts pets, children, and other wildlife at risk.
Don't Panic
Opossums rarely carry rabies — their low body temperature makes them resistant. They're generally gentle and non-aggressive.
Don't Relocate Them Yourself
DIY trapping can separate mothers from joeys, stresses the animal, and may violate local wildlife regulations.
Don't Ignore Repeat Visitors
If they keep returning, there's an attractant on your property. Address the food source rather than chasing them away.
Understanding Opossums
🌙
Nocturnal
Active at night, searching for food in gardens, garbage, and pet bowls.
🍎
Omnivores
Eat almost anything: insects, fruits, small animals, garbage, and carrion.
🏡
Den Seekers
Nest under decks, porches, sheds, and in crawl spaces for shelter.
Our Removal Process
1
Property Inspection
Locate entry points, den sites, and assess opossum activity extent.
2
Humane Trapping
Live traps with regular checks to minimize stress.
3
Exclusion Work
Seal all access points with heavy-duty materials to prevent return.
4
Cleanup & Sanitize
Remove waste, sanitize affected areas, and eliminate attractants.
Humane Wildlife Control
Effective removal methods that are gentle on the animals.
🌿
Live Capture Only
📋
Legal Compliance
🏡
Property Protection
✅
Guaranteed
Get Opossum-Free Today
Diamond Certified since 2009 · 40+ Years of Excellence · Humane Methods Guaranteed
Book Your Consultation Online Now → Or call (833) ECO-ATCO