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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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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Marcus Morey
Manny was awesome. Very friendly and professional and goes above and beyond to be of service. I would recommend him and Eliminate 'Em to anyone for pest control. There's nobody I'd rather have do my pest control than Manny.
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Sheryl Ruark
Manny is very thorough and conscientious when checking the traps and examining the outside of the house. He calls ahead and lets me know the time frame of his arrival. Always pleasant and professional.
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Dennis Mincieli
Manny is our service guy. Always a thorough job, both indoors and outdoors. Always wants to know how he can help.
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Betsy Bergeron
Dan is just the best. He explains everything so clearly and is so knowledgeable about critters. I highly recommend him.
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shawn sullivan
Mike was awesome, took care of the problem quickly explained his process every step of the way, hopefully I don't need to hire em again, but if I do I will definitely go back to mike
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John Heine
Awesome job. Called within the hour Came within 30 minutes. Professional I would highly recommend Romano.
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Christine Thorn
Great service from Dock today at Modern Pest. He was friendly and efficient, explained the service and performed it properly! Thank you!
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Assess&Access LLC
I’ma big fan of people being right on time. He texted his eta, arrived on the dot. He was respectful, informative and personable. Got the job done and left. Thanks Billy!!
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Regina K
Tony did a fantastic job taking care of it. He was professional, knowledgeable, thorough, and very attentive to detail.
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Melvyn Chase
Sean was professional, efficient, explained everything he did and was very customer-oriented. He did a great job,
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Samantha Duckworth
They are fantastic! Havent had any issues since I started using them!
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Kim Watkins
John was professional and courteous. He explained the process throughly. A+ service
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Carol Boyer
JOHN Arrived when he said he would. He listened to our concerns and then explained what the service would be. He was very friendly,helpful and professional.
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Shurland Riviere
Fast and reliable service communication was on point
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Jonathan Sanoff
Always detailed, thoughtful and thorough. Always cheerful. A fine gentleman.
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Raymond Lopez
The technician was thorough and professional.
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Michael Rintoul
Larry is terrific!
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Jacob Hafford
James was very thorough, and did far more than expected.. Bees were all gone within hrs, (not days).. Great guy , very professional.
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Jason Miller
Jon is a fearless badass! We have had him at the house on 3 different occasions with some nasty bee situations and he resolves the issue swiftly with skilled technique and precision accuracy to destroy the nest. Would highly recommend this company!
