Opossum Removal & Control
The opossum, sometimes referred to "possum", is the most common form of marsupial found in the Western Hemisphere. They can grow up to the size of a large cat, but are actually about 2 – 3 feet long with the length of their rat-like tail. Opossums have distinctively elongated snouts and narrow skulls, pink noses, black eyes and black, hairless ears. The fur on their bodies is a grayish white, which fades to a darker gray on their limbs.
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Are Opossums Nesting Under Your Home?
Opossums are nocturnal creatures with a flexible diet, making them difficult to catch in action and even more difficult to get rid of for good. They love to hide in dark areas below or above ground. These adaptable little creatures can just as easily take over an abandoned burrow as climb a tree. Unless you catch one rummaging through the garbage, your best bet for locating where an opossum has been is to follow the tracks its sharp claws have left behind.
Opossums are some of the least picky eaters on the planet. These omnivores will feast on everything from road kill and worms to Fido's kibble or your leftover fruit salad! Not only will possums rummage through your garbage, they'll eat crops fresh from your garden and trample what they leave behind. This, coupled with their abounding resilience, makes opossums a formidable foe, best taken on by a trained professional who is never fooled by their "playing possum".
Eliminate 'Em Pest Control Services provides you with fast, professional, courteous service and licensed technicians to handle all your pest control needs. We offer same-day services and free estimates to eliminate opossums, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Why Should You Contact an Opossum Removal Professional?
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Disease Risks Opossums can carry diseases like leptospirosis and tuberculosis that are harmful to humans and pets.
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Pet Food Attraction They are often drawn to porch areas by pet food, leading to frequent encounters with domestic animals.
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Garden Scavenging Opossums will raid gardens and trash cans, leaving behind a mess and attracting other scavengers.
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Parasite Spread They are often covered in fleas, ticks, and mites that can easily transition into your home.
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Attic Invasions While they prefer low areas, opossums can climb into attics and create large, messy nests.
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Aggressive Hissing When cornered, they display aggressive behavior and sharp teeth that can be frightening and dangerous.
Frequently Asked Questions
Eliminate ‘Em offers comprehensive residential, commercial, and industrial pest control services, including guaranteed extermination for all insects, humane wildlife control and removal, and specialized termite control. Beyond elimination, our services include professional cleaning and sanitization, attic and basement cleanouts, and ongoing prevention and maintenance plans.
Yes! Eliminate ‘Em provides 24/7 same-day service throughout all of Connecticut and Rhode Island, as well as major portions of Massachusetts and Southern New York. Whether you are a homeowner with a single property or a manager overseeing a commercial portfolio across multiple states, our local technicians are strategically stationed to provide immediate, guaranteed service to your exact location. We specialize in coordinating comprehensive pest and wildlife solutions for residential neighborhoods, local businesses, and expansive property management networks alike.
The cost of pest control varies widely based on the type of pest, the severity of the infestation, and the size of the area being treated. Since we offer free estimates, the best way to get an accurate price for your specific problem is to call us for an immediate assessment and quote.
Yes, safety is our top priority. We use only EPA-registered, eco-friendly pesticides and non-chemical solutions where possible, applying them strictly according to label instructions in areas inaccessible to children and pets. Your technician will advise you on any necessary precautions, such as keeping the area clear until the treatment has fully dried, which is typically a short period.
You should see a significant and noticeable reduction in pest activity within one to two days following treatment. The exact time frame depends on the specific pest and the treatment method used, but our comprehensive approach is designed to immediately disrupt the infestation and provide guaranteed elimination.
To maximize the effectiveness of your treatment, we recommend cleaning food debris from countertops, securing open food in sealed containers, and emptying the indoor garbage can. For specific pests like fleas or bed bugs, your technician may provide targeted preparation instructions for vacuuming or laundering materials.
No, you are not required to sign a long-term contract for most of our services. We offer flexible one-time elimination services as well as ongoing, customizable prevention and maintenance plans. You have the flexibility to choose the plan that best fits your needs without being locked into a lengthy agreement.
Testimonials
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Debbie Javit
We love Collins excellent job
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Don Klock
Noel, did a great job reloading our our mice traps. On-time, very efficient. Well done.
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Greg Luca
Awesome service! Josh was very friendly and knowledgeable about my massive yellow jacket nest in my attic. He sprayed the hot spot and hopefully within 2 weeks they will be gone, so I can take care of the nest thats coming through my son's ceiling.
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Peter
Another great experience with Linda and Eliminate 'Em Pest Control. Will continue to request Linda for future needs.
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Ellen M. Signore
John was informative, professional and did an outstanding job !
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Sandra Myhalik
He got rid of 2 huge bee's nest. And he will come back to remove the paper wasp nest next week after they all die. He was friendly & very quick. And I am very happy that I don't have to remove the nest. Great job!
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carol pendray
The best service ever! Thank you so much, John!
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James Ritchie
Billy is always pleasant, though and professional.
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Kathy Battista
Romano is very polite and professional.
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Ronald Lamontagne
Great customer service, thank you
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Louis Bedini
Romano is very professional and knowledgeable. When I found out about the yellow jacket nest, he came the next day and took care of it. Highly recommend both the company and Romano - well done!
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Ronald Harvey
Sean is very proactive and does a great job!
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Teresa Jubenville
Romano was very knowledgeable. Called on day of appointment to confirm and arrived on time. Very polite, took care of our problem with yellow jackets going in our vinyl siding. Would definitely recommend snd use again.
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Calli Kellett
We love Billy, he's quick to respond and very efficient! Also so super nice, highly recommend!
