Snakes can be very disturbing to people. Some have phobias about snakes, but even if you don’t, seeing a snake could still creep you out. So how do you keep them away from your home? Just like with any animal, you need to deny them the three things that all animals seek – shelter, food, and water.
Snakes love rocky areas where they can soak in the sun, and also tall grass where they can slither up unnoticed on their prey. Keeping your lawn cut short and clearing away any stony patches near your home will discourage snakes from hanging out there.
When it comes to food, you will need to take care of any pests that are living near your home, especially mice, chipmunks, and other small rodents that are prime food for snakes. You might end up having to put some extra effort into clearing out these if you live in an older home that has a lot of hiding places for small rodents.
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