Snake Removal in Murfreesboro, TN
Fast, professional snake removal for Murfreesboro homeowners and businesses. Serving all of Rutherford County — licensed, insured, and available 24/7.
(615) 613-5992Murfreesboro's local snake removal experts.
Murfreesboro is one of the fastest-growing cities in Tennessee, and that growth means constant development into fields, creek bottoms, and wooded areas that snakes call home. The Stones River and its tributaries run through Rutherford County, and the area's mix of farmland, suburban neighborhoods, and commercial corridors creates diverse snake habitat throughout the city.
Nashville Snake Removal serves all of Murfreesboro and Rutherford County. Whether you've found a snake in a new subdivision, near a retention pond, or in an established neighborhood — we respond fast and handle every situation professionally.
Common snakes in Murfreesboro.
Murfreesboro's combination of river corridors, farmland edges, and suburban development supports a wide variety of snake species. Here's what you're most likely to encounter:
Copperhead
VenomousThe most commonly encountered venomous snake in Murfreesboro. Found in wooded areas, rock piles, mulch beds, and near creek banks throughout the city.
ID guide & removal infoCottonmouth (Water Moccasin)
VenomousPresent near the Stones River, retention ponds, and drainage areas throughout Rutherford County. Thick-bodied and aggressive when cornered.
ID guide & removal infoBlack Rat Snake
Non-venomousLarge, shiny black snake common in Murfreesboro attics, barns, and garages. Non-venomous and beneficial for rodent control.
Eastern Garter Snake
Non-venomousSmall striped snake found in gardens and lawns across Murfreesboro. Completely harmless and common in residential areas.
Plain-bellied Water Snake
Non-venomousNon-venomous but often mistaken for a cottonmouth near water. Common along the Stones River and area ponds. Harmless but can be defensive.
Services we provide in Murfreesboro.
Residential Removal
Snake in your home, garage, crawl space, or yard? We respond fast — same day whenever possible.
New Development Properties
Murfreesboro's rapid growth disturbs snake habitat constantly. We work with homeowners in new subdivisions where snake encounters are especially common.
Stones River Corridor Properties
Properties near the Stones River and area waterways face elevated snake pressure. We specialize in waterfront and creek-adjacent removal.
Snake-Proofing & Exclusion
We seal the entry points snakes use to access your home — with a written report of all work completed.
Emergency Response
Venomous snake on your property? Our emergency line is answered 24/7 — we prioritize these calls.
Snake inside your Murfreesboro home?
Snakes found indoors — in attics, crawlspaces, and basements — require a different approach than yard removal. We locate, remove, and seal every entry point.
Snake in the attic in Murfreesboro, TN?
Murfreesboro's rapid growth means thousands of homes built with gaps around HVAC and utility penetrations that were never properly sealed — and Black Rat Snakes exploit these openings to access attics in both new subdivisions and older established neighborhoods. Older ranch homes throughout Rutherford County also have deteriorated soffit vents that provide easy entry. Black Rat Snakes are the most common attic species in Murfreesboro, following rodents upward into the structure. Do not attempt removal yourself — call a professional who can locate the snake, check for eggs, and seal every entry point.
What kind of snake gets into attics in Murfreesboro, TN?
The Black Rat Snake is the most common attic snake in Murfreesboro because rapid new construction has left many homes with unsealed gaps around HVAC and utility penetrations, and older homes have deteriorated soffit vents. They enter through these openings as well as gaps in the roofline where utility lines penetrate the structure.
Is a snake in my attic dangerous in Murfreesboro?
Most attic snakes in Murfreesboro are non-venomous Black Rat Snakes, but any snake in your attic should be removed by a professional. They can be difficult to locate, may have laid eggs, and their presence often indicates a rodent problem or structural gap that needs sealing.
How do I get a snake out of my attic in Murfreesboro, TN?
Do not attempt to remove the snake yourself. Call Nashville Snake Removal at (615) 613-5992. We locate the snake, remove it safely, inspect for eggs, and seal every entry point so it cannot return.
Snake in the crawlspace in Murfreesboro, TN?
The Stones River corridor runs through Rutherford County and keeps soil moisture elevated across much of Murfreesboro — that moisture drives rodent activity under homes, and Black Rat Snakes follow. Older ranch homes with open foundation vents are especially vulnerable, but new construction with improperly sealed utility penetrations is also a common entry point. Copperheads are occasionally found in crawlspaces on creek-adjacent properties. Call a professional for safe removal and a full exclusion inspection.
Why do snakes get into crawlspaces in Murfreesboro, TN?
Crawlspaces in Murfreesboro attract snakes because the Stones River corridor keeps moisture levels high throughout Rutherford County, supporting the rodent populations that Black Rat Snakes prey on. Black Rat Snakes and copperheads near creek-adjacent properties enter through open foundation vents in older ranch homes, gaps in the sill plate, and utility penetrations.
Can a snake in my crawlspace get into my house?
Yes. Snakes in crawlspaces can move through gaps around pipes, HVAC ducts, and floor joists into the living space above. If you hear movement under your floor or find a shed skin in your crawlspace, call us immediately.
How do I get a snake out of my crawlspace in Murfreesboro, TN?
Call Nashville Snake Removal at (615) 613-5992. We enter the crawlspace, locate and remove the snake, check for shed skins and eggs, and seal all entry points to prevent re-entry.
Snake in your yard in Murfreesboro, TN?
Murfreesboro's rapid growth has pushed development directly into creek bottoms and wooded areas along the Stones River corridor, and the area's many retention ponds and drainage channels bring snakes into residential yards throughout Rutherford County. Copperheads are the most common venomous species found in Murfreesboro yards — particularly in mulch beds, wood piles, and near creek drainages — while Cottonmouths are present near the Stones River and area ponds. If you find a snake in your yard and cannot positively identify it, keep people and pets away and call a professional.
What kind of snakes are found in yards in Murfreesboro, TN?
The most common yard snakes in Murfreesboro are the Copperhead (hourglass banding, found in mulch beds, rock piles, and wooded lot edges), Black Rat Snake (large, shiny black, non-venomous), and Eastern Garter Snake (small, striped, harmless). Cottonmouths are also encountered in yards near the Stones River and retention ponds throughout Rutherford County.
Is a snake in my yard dangerous in Murfreesboro?
Most yard snakes in Murfreesboro are non-venomous, but Copperheads are common throughout the city and Cottonmouths are present near the Stones River corridor and area ponds. Any snake you cannot positively identify should be treated as potentially venomous — call a professional.
How do I keep snakes out of my yard in Murfreesboro, TN?
Reduce mulch depth and tall grass, clear wood piles and rock piles, seal gaps in fences and foundations, and eliminate rodent food sources around the property. For properties adjacent to the Stones River or area retention ponds, professional exclusion is the most reliable solution for persistent snake activity.
Should I call a professional for a snake in my yard in Murfreesboro?
Yes — if you cannot positively identify the snake as non-venomous, call Nashville Snake Removal at (615) 613-5992. We respond same-day, safely remove the snake, and advise on habitat modifications to reduce future activity.
Why Murfreesboro residents call us.
(615) 613-5992Snake problem in Murfreesboro?
Call us now or send a message. We serve all of Murfreesboro and Rutherford County.