Opossums have a distinct appearance with their large, expressive eyes, hairless prehensile tail, and sharp claws. While opossums have a remarkable ability to adapt and survive in a variety of locations, including Fort Worth, Texas, they will often make their way into the attics of residential homes and commercial businesses to seek safe shelter where they can nest, breed, and gain close access to food and water. Here are some ways they manage to get inside and what you should do if you find possums in the attic.
How Opossums Climb into Your Attic
Opossums are known for their climbing ability, which allows them to scale downspouts and tree limbs to access roofs. Possums also have opposable “thumbs” on their hind feet, meaning they can grip objects in a similar fashion to humans and primates. This makes it easy for possums to scurry up the side of your home and pry their way inside through vents, windows, and loose roofing. All the critters need is a minor gap or uncovered area to gain entry into your attic.
Signs of Opossums In Your Attic
Here are three common signs that opossums are in your attic:
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Hissing and Scratching
Opossums are not quiet animals, so you may hear scurrying or scratching sounds coming from overhead at night if the nocturnal animals are in your attic. Also, they often hiss and shriek when threatened.
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Unpleasant Odors
Like most wildlife, opossums will leave droppings anywhere and everywhere they go. Once you start noticing the smell of animal droppings throughout your property, you can suspect an unwanted critter is in your home.
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Entry Points
Check the exterior of your home and attic, especially near your roofline and eaves, for any gaps, holes, or other potential entry points that possums could use to get inside your attic.
Effective Opossum Removal Services
If you’ve noticed any of these signs of opossum activity in your Fort Worth property, do not attempt to remove the pests on your own. While opossums are generally docile, they can bite, scratch, and attack if they feel cornered or threatened. Instead, rely on the professionals at Critter Control® of Ft. Worth who have the experience and equipment to effectively remove opossums and other pests using safe and efficient methods.
Get Rid of Opossums with Critter Control® of Fort Worth
At Critter Control® of Ft. Worth, we pride ourselves in using eco-friendly and humane methods of removal when it comes to evicting unwanted critters inside your home or workplace. If you are dealing with an opossum infestation, know that we’re here to help with all of your wildlife removal and prevention needs. To schedule an inspection and receive a free opossum removal estimate, call us today at 817-222-1101.
