3 Effective Ways to Keep Snakes Out of Your Home and Protect Your Family
Snakes are animals that often inspire fear, and in many cases, with good reason. Although they play an important role in the natural balance, when they approach homes, they pose a real risk, especially if they are venomous species.
The good news is that there are simple and effective ways to keep them away from your home and protect your family. With a little prevention and knowledge, you can minimize the risk of dangerous encounters.
3 Effective Ways to Keep Snakes Out of Your Home
Snakes are most active in spring and summer, when temperatures rise and they seek food or cool shelter. During warmer weather, it’s more common to see them moving through fields, yards, and gardens. Keep the following recommendations in mind:
1. Keep the yard clean and free of hiding places
Snakes seek cool, dark shelters, such as woodpiles, debris, tall grass, or accumulated garbage.
- Mow the lawn frequently.
- Store firewood away from the home and on high shelves.
- Avoid accumulating objects on the floor where they can hide.
2. Seal cracks and gaps in the home
Snakes can enter through tiny openings in walls, doors and windows.
- Check walls, basements and surrounding areas of the house.
- Use cement or wire mesh to cover cracks.
- Install weatherstripping on doors and screens on low windows.
3. Use natural repellents and barriers
There are smells and substances that make snakes uncomfortable and keep them away.
- Sprinkle lime around the perimeter of the house.
- Plants such as rue or garlic can act as natural repellents.
- It is also recommended to use sulfur or commercial products in strategic locations.
Snakes we should be careful of
Depending on the country and region, there are different dangerous species. Some of the most poisonous in Latin America include:
- Bell
- True coral
- Bothrops (yarará, velvet, mapaná, among others)
In rural areas or areas close to nature, it is essential to be alert to its presence.
What should I do if I get bitten by a snake?
- Stay calm and avoid moving too much to avoid accelerating the circulation of the venom.
- Call emergency services immediately or go to the nearest health center.
- Do not cut the wound or try to suck out the venom.
- Do not apply home remedies or strong tourniquets, as they may make the situation worse.
- Identify the snake if possible, but don’t take any risks.
Additional tips
- Teach your family, especially children, not to approach or touch snakes.
- Wear high boots and gloves when working in the field or garden.
- Have emergency phone numbers and reference hospitals at hand.
- If you live in a risk area, find out where the nearest antivenom center is located.
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