Opossum Removal

If you’re hearing heavy rustling at night or finding pet food scattered and skirting torn under a deck, you likely have opossums. The fix involves manual opossum removal, secure exclusion at crawlspaces/porches, and sanitation to address areas where droppings and odor have accumulated. Elite Wildlife Solutions handles this work quickly and backs repairs with a written exclusion warranty.

Spot It Fast: Signs You’re Dealing with Opossums

• •Nighttime thumps, slow shuffling, and hissing near porches, decks, or crawlspace vents
• •Torn lattice, pushed‑in crawlspace doors, or gaps around AC line‑sets and plumbing
• •Distinct piles of droppings near edges of decks or in crawlspace corners
• •Trash rummaged but not shredded; pet food or chicken feed raided
• •Track marks that look like small human hands (front) and longer hind prints

How this differs from raccoons/squirrels: Raccoons leave more damage up high (soffits, chimneys). Squirrels are noisy by day in attics. Opossums prefer low entries—under decks, sheds, and crawlspaces—and move slowly at night.

Risks & Why Fast Action Helps

• •Odor and hygiene: Latrine areas and urine create strong smells and can draw flies.
• •Parasites: Opossums can carry fleas and ticks; prompt removal limits spread to pets.
• •Structural wear: Pushed‑in screens and doors expand over time; repeated access widens gaps.
• •Pet confrontations: Cornered opossums bluff with hissing and drooling; separating quickly prevents scratches.

Our Georgia‑Compliant Opossum Removal & Exclusion Plan

1. 1.Full Assessment

We check deck skirts, crawlspace doors, foundation vents, steps, shed bases, and low wall penetrations. Inside the crawlspace, we map travel paths, droppings, and any damage to vapor barrier or duct wrap.

1. 2.Humane Removal

We use one‑way doors on active crawlspace or deck entries when appropriate, and set exterior traps as needed—no poisons. During baby season, we check for joeys in the pouch and stage the work so the family exits safely.

1. 3.Exclusion That Lasts

We harden entry points with 1/4‑inch galvanized or stainless hardware cloth, secure an L‑footer trench (buried and turned outward) around deck skirts or sheds, reinforce crawlspace doors, and screen foundation vents. We also seal gaps around pipes and line‑sets.

1. 4.Sanitation & Odor Control

We remove droppings/nesting, replace soiled vapor barrier sections, HEPA‑vacuum localized areas, and apply enzyme deodorizer. If moisture contributed to odor, we recommend drainage fixes.

1. 5.Verification & Warranty

After quiet nights, we remove one‑way devices, provide a photo report of repairs, and issue a written, multi‑year exclusion warranty.

Under‑Deck & Crawlspace Hardening (What Works)

• •L‑footer hardware cloth: Trench 6–8 inches deep, bend outward 6–10 inches to stop digging.
• •Vent and door upgrades: 1/4‑inch hardware cloth behind louvered vents; solid, latched crawlspace doors with ground contact barriers.
• •Pipe and line‑set sealing: Metal collars or mortar/mesh combos where services penetrate walls.
• •Shed and step skirts: Continuous metal/mesh barriers with clean gravel border for visibility.

Why Choose Elite Wildlife Solutions for Opossum Removal in Georgia

• •Humane, regulation‑compliant removal and careful handling during joey season.
• •Low‑entry specialists: We focus on decks, sheds, and crawlspaces where opossums really get in.
• •Pro‑grade materials: 1/4‑inch metal mesh, L‑footers, reinforced doors, and vent screening—built to last.
• •Clean‑air focus: Enzyme deodorizer, targeted HEPA cleanup, and vapor‑barrier repairs address odor at the source.
• •Clear pricing & photos: Line‑item proposals and before/after images for your records.

Georgia Opossum Removal FAQs

Do you relocate opossums?

We remove humanely and follow Georgia regulations on transport and release; methods depend on site conditions.

How long does the job take?

Most homes are secured within 1–2 visits; complex decks or long trenching may take longer.

Will they just move to another spot?

Not if the perimeter is hardened. L‑footers and reinforced access points block dig‑throughs and push‑ins.

Is the work safe for pets?

Yes. We avoid poisons and use physical barriers and humane devices.

Schedule Georgia Opossum Removal Today

If you’re seeing torn skirting, hearing slow nighttime movement, or smelling odor from the crawlspace, book an inspection. Elite Wildlife Solutions will remove the opossums humanely, harden the structure, and clean the mess so the problem doesn’t return.