Snakes Found In The Grill
With grilling weather heating up, so will snakes in a grill calls. Snakes found in a grill is a call that we receive around Greater Nashville and Middle Tennessee. Grills create a perfect environment for snakes, as they are often left undisturbed and covered. Bits of food and other debris that has collected on the grill is a perfect attractant for small rats and mice, that in turn attracts snakes. Over the years we have found both venomous and non-venomous snakes hiding in grills. Barbeque and gas grills create the suitable place for a snake to take refuge, staying warmer in the winter, and cooler in the summer. It is always best as you approach your grill for the first time since it is been unused, to carefully remove the cover, inspect under the hood, and inspect in in the storage area under the grill for the presence of rodents or snakes. If you happen to spot a snake in the grill, and are unsure if it is venomous or nonvenomous, contact a Animal Pros specialist for immediate assistance.
How to remove a snake from the grill
The sight of snakes tends to strike fear in most homeowners, especially if they unexpectedly find a snake in their grill. The fear of snakes is real, and is a common phobia (ophidiophobia) even by those who have never seen a snake. If a snake is in a grill, there is really nothing to be afraid of, unless of course it is a venomous species of snake. If you are sure it is a harmless snake, simply remove the cover for the grill, open the hood for storage below, and give it some time for the snake to move away on its own. That will be the best result for the situation. If you happen to try that, and the snake does not move out on its own, contact a Animal Pros specialist for immediate 24 hour service.