Snake Removal in Old Hickory, TN
Fast, professional snake removal for Old Hickory homeowners and businesses. Serving Old Hickory and the surrounding Old Hickory Lake corridor — licensed, insured, and available 24/7.
(615) 613-5992Old Hickory's local snake removal experts.
Old Hickory sits directly on Old Hickory Lake in northeast Davidson County, where the Cumberland River was dammed to create one of Tennessee's most popular recreational lakes. That lakefront setting — with miles of shoreline, wooded coves, creek inlets, and undeveloped buffer land — makes Old Hickory one of the most snake-active communities in the Nashville area. Cottonmouths are abundant along the lake shoreline and the many coves and creek mouths that define the neighborhood's edges, while copperheads are found throughout the wooded lots and older residential areas inland.
Nashville Snake Removal serves Old Hickory and the surrounding lake corridor. Whether you've found a cottonmouth near the water, a copperhead in your yard, or a snake inside your home — we respond fast and handle every situation professionally.
Common snakes in Old Hickory.
Old Hickory Lake's shoreline, wooded coves, and creek inlets create some of the most concentrated snake habitat in Davidson County. Here's what you're most likely to encounter:
Cottonmouth (Water Moccasin)
VenomousExtremely common along Old Hickory Lake's shoreline, coves, and creek inlets. Thick-bodied and dark with a distinctive white mouth interior — the most significant venomous snake risk for lakefront properties in this area. Never approach a heavy-bodied water snake near the lake.
ID guide & removal infoCopperhead
VenomousFound throughout Old Hickory's wooded residential areas, rock walls, and mulch beds. The most frequently encountered venomous snake away from the water. Distinctive hourglass banding — do not approach.
ID guide & removal infoBlack Rat Snake
Non-venomousLarge, shiny black snake commonly found in Old Hickory attics, crawl spaces, and outbuildings. Non-venomous and beneficial for rodent control — but alarming to find indoors.
Plain-bellied Water Snake
Non-venomousVery common along Old Hickory Lake and area creeks. Non-venomous but frequently and dangerously mistaken for a cottonmouth. Harmless, but always confirm identification before approaching any water snake.
Midland Water Snake
Non-venomousAnother non-venomous water snake common along the lake and its tributaries. Banded pattern can cause confusion with cottonmouths — professional identification is always the safest approach.
Services we provide in Old Hickory.
Residential Removal
Snake in your home, garage, crawl space, or yard? We respond fast — same day whenever possible.
Lakefront & Shoreline Properties
Old Hickory Lake properties face some of the highest cottonmouth pressure in the Nashville area. We specialize in waterfront snake situations and know this lake corridor well.
Cove & Creek Inlet Properties
Homes along the lake's coves and creek inlets are prime cottonmouth habitat year-round. We handle these environments safely and efficiently.
Snake-Proofing & Exclusion
We identify and seal every entry point snakes use to access your home — foundation gaps, crawl spaces, and utility penetrations — with a written report of all work.
Emergency Response
Venomous snake on your property? Our emergency line is answered 24/7 — we prioritize these calls.
Snake inside your Old Hickory 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 Old Hickory, TN?
Old Hickory's lakefront setting and mature tree canopy create ideal conditions for Black Rat Snakes to reach rooflines — particularly in older homes near the lake where moisture-damaged soffits and deteriorated vents provide easy entry. The dual water bodies of Old Hickory Lake and the Cumberland River push wildlife activity deep into residential areas, and Black Rat Snakes following rodent trails are the species most commonly discovered in Old Hickory attics. A snake in your attic means an open entry point that needs to be found and sealed.
What kind of snake gets into attics in Old Hickory, TN?
The Black Rat Snake is the most common species found in Old Hickory attics. These large, non-venomous climbers thrive in the wooded, lake-adjacent neighborhoods of northeast Davidson County and readily follow rodents into attic spaces through damaged soffits and open vents. Copperheads are common in the area but are ground-level snakes that rarely reach attics.
Is a snake in my attic dangerous in Old Hickory?
Black Rat Snakes — the most common attic species in Old Hickory — are non-venomous, but finding one means there is an unsealed entry point that could also admit copperheads or other species. Any unidentified snake in your attic should be treated as a potential hazard. Do not attempt to handle it; call a professional for safe removal and a full entry-point inspection.
How do I get a snake out of my attic in Old Hickory, 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 Old Hickory, TN?
Old Hickory's position between Old Hickory Lake and the Cumberland River means some of the highest ground moisture levels in Davidson County — and crawlspaces that stay cool and damp year-round are prime snake habitat. Older homes near the lake frequently have open foundation vents, and both Black Rat Snakes and cottonmouths from the adjacent shoreline have been found sheltering in crawlspaces throughout the community. If you find evidence of a snake under your home, professional removal and exclusion work is essential.
Why do snakes get into crawlspaces in Old Hickory, TN?
Old Hickory crawlspaces are attractive to snakes because of the high moisture levels generated by both Old Hickory Lake and the Cumberland River, which keep the environment cool and humid even in summer. Older homes near the lake often have open or damaged foundation vents. Black Rat Snakes enter following rodents, while cottonmouths from the lake shoreline occasionally move into crawlspaces seeking shelter during temperature extremes.
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 Old Hickory, 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 Old Hickory, TN?
Old Hickory's position directly on Old Hickory Lake and along the Cumberland River makes it one of the most snake-active communities in the Nashville area — Cottonmouths are abundant along the shoreline and move into lakefront and river-adjacent yards year-round, while Copperheads are common throughout the wooded residential areas inland. The lake's many coves, creek inlets, and drainage channels create natural corridors that bring snakes directly into Old Hickory yards. If you find a snake in your yard and cannot positively identify it as non-venomous, stay back and call Nashville Snake Removal immediately.
What kind of snakes are found in yards in Old Hickory, TN?
The most common yard snakes in Old Hickory are the Cottonmouth (venomous — thick-bodied, very common near Old Hickory Lake and the Cumberland River), the Copperhead (venomous — hourglass banding, found in wooded lots and mulch beds), and the Black Rat Snake (large, black, non-venomous). Plain-bellied Water Snakes are also frequently seen near the lake and creek inlets.
Is a snake in my yard dangerous in Old Hickory?
Old Hickory has some of the highest Cottonmouth pressure in Davidson County due to its lakefront and river-adjacent setting, and Copperheads are also common in wooded yards throughout the community. 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 Old Hickory, TN?
Reduce lakeside vegetation, keep grass mowed near the shoreline, clear wood piles and rock piles, and eliminate rodent food sources like bird feeders and unsecured compost. For persistent snake activity near Old Hickory Lake or the Cumberland River, professional exclusion is the most reliable solution.
Should I call a professional for a snake in my yard in Old Hickory?
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 Old Hickory residents call us.
(615) 613-5992Snake problem in Old Hickory?
Call us now or send a message. We serve Old Hickory and the entire Old Hickory Lake corridor.