Opossum Trapping & Removal, Delaware
Opossums are trapped and removed from under decks, sheds, garages and crawl spaces, then the gap they were using is closed. Call Dale Sipple at 302-236-1273.
Opossums are the least aggressive animal on this list. They hiss, they show a lot of teeth, and then they play dead. What they will not do is chase you. Most of the trouble they cause is simply that they have moved into a space you wanted to keep for yourself.
They are also drifters. An opossum will use a den for a few nights and move on, which means a lot of calls resolve quickly. Where it matters is when one dens under a house with young on her back, or dies in a crawl space and nobody finds it for a week.
Signs you have an opossum
- A grey, cat-sized animal on the deck or at the bin after dark
- Hissing or a strong musky smell from under a shed or porch
- Raided pet food bowls and knocked bins
- Droppings near a crawl space entry
- Scratching under the floor at night
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Local business in Lewes, Delaware. No sub-contracting out jobs — we do the work!
Animal & Wildlife Trapping is a member of the National Wildlife Control Operators Association.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are opossums dangerous?
Rarely. They bluff with hissing and bared teeth and then play dead. They very seldom carry rabies. The problem is usually where they den, not the animal itself.
How do I get an opossum out from under my deck?
Trap it and remove it, then close the gap in the deck skirt so the next one cannot get in. Call Animal & Wildlife Trapping at 302-236-1273 for opossum removal in Delaware.
Do opossums come back?
The same animal usually moves on, but an open space under a deck or shed will attract the next one. Closing the entry is what ends the cycle.
Will you remove a dead opossum?
Yes. We handle carcass removal, including animals that have died in crawl spaces, under decks and inside walls.