The Rattlesnake Removal Process: What Really Happens During a Call

So, You Found a Rattlesnake
Well, hell. You walk out to grab a beer from the garage fridge, and there it is, coiled like a damn land mine by your flip-flops. That dry rattle sound? Yeah, that’s your sign to back away slowly.

Now what?

Call us. That’s what.

Here’s what really happens during a rattlesnake removal call, minus the TV drama and with a side of dry Arizona honesty.

Step One: You Call, We Actually Answer
No “press 1 for English” here. We pick up the phone because we know if you’re calling, you’re probably in a sweaty panic staring at a rattlesnake under your grill in Scottsdale.

We’ll ask where you’re located, what the snake looks like (so please don’t get closer to check if it’s wearing a nametag), and if it’s still in sight. We’ll tell you to keep eyes on it from a safe distance, lock up your pets, and leave it alone.

Because, yeah, trying to DIY a rattlesnake removal is how folks end up in the ER.

Step Two: We Roll In (Fast)
We don’t stroll in with a butterfly net and a Disney song playing in the background. We come prepared with snake tongs, buckets, and years of practice moving these venomous neighbors without getting bit or stressing the animal out.

We check under your AC unit, in the landscaping, around your pool pump—any place a rattlesnake in Arizona might decide to call home. They’re great at hide-and-seek, and we’re better at finding them.

Step Three: Identification, Because Not Every Snake Is Out to Get You
Once we have the snake safely contained, we’ll ID it on the spot. Arizona has plenty of harmless snakes that look scary as hell, and you deserve to know what was hiding under your garden hose.

But if it’s a Western Diamondback or Mojave, you bet your boots we’ll tell you. Then we’ll provide rattlesnake relocation services to a safe habitat far from your property.

Step Four: Snake Inspection Time
We don’t just grab the snake and ghost you.

We walk the property with you, checking for rattlesnake hotspots:

• Gaps under your fence

• Wood piles (rattlesnakes love these like tourists love discount margaritas)

• Overgrown bushes

• Pool equipment corners

• Patios with gaps underneath

This isn’t fear-mongering; it’s practical. If one rattlesnake found your place cozy, others will too if you don’t make changes.

Step Five: Prevention Tips That Actually Work
Here’s the part where you save yourself future panic attacks:

• Keep yards clean. Clear brush, junk piles, and thick ground cover where snakes hide. Read this.

• Monitor your pets. Small dogs sniffing around bushes can end up in a bad way if a rattlesnake is tucked inside. Read more.

• Keep lights on in outdoor areas at night. You’ll spot them before stepping out in sandals.

• Do not try to kill or remove snakes yourself. Seriously, don’t be that guy.

When to call Arizona Snake Removal: If you see or hear a rattlesnake, suspect you have one, or just want a property inspection to prevent future visits.

You get the idea. We live in Arizona. Snakes live here too. Let’s keep it that way—just not in your backyard.

Why We Relocate, Not Kill
Look, we get it. The instinct is to grab a shovel and go Ol’ Yeller on a rattlesnake.

But rattlesnakes are native, beneficial predators that keep rodent populations down and ecosystems balanced. Killing them doesn’t just risk your safety; it disrupts the fragile desert balance that allows your landscape to stay (somewhat) under control.

Plus, it’s illegal to kill native wildlife in many parts of Arizona without cause, and a fear-based shovel strike isn’t worth a fine—or worse, a venomous bite.

What If It Disappears Before We Arrive?
Yeah, it happens. Rattlesnakes are stealthy.

Still call us. We can inspect your property, look for entry points, check typical hiding spots, and help reduce the chances of a repeat. It’s better than sitting around wondering if you’re sharing your patio with a coiled-up guest.

Why You Shouldn’t DIY
Every year in Arizona, people land in the hospital because they decided to grab a rattlesnake “the easy way.” Spoiler alert: there is no easy way without training, experience, and the right equipment.

And using a hoe or shovel to “pin” it? That’s a great way to get bit. These snakes can strike at one-third to half of their body length, and they’re a lot faster than your backyard reflexes.

You wouldn’t try to catch a bobcat in your pool filter box. Don’t try it with a rattlesnake either.

Coexistence, Arizona-Style
Living in Phoenix, Scottsdale, Peoria, or anywhere else in the Valley means rattlesnakes are part of the deal. But you don’t have to live in fear. You just need to live smart.

Keep your yard clean. Check around before letting pets out. Use lighting at night. And, yeah, call us before you go all cowboy on a snake with a rake.

We’re here to keep you, your family, your pets, and the rattlesnakes safe. It’s possible to coexist if you take the right steps.

Call Arizona Snake Removal Today
The next time you hear that dry rattle under your porch steps, don’t panic. Don’t grab a broom. Don’t test your snake-wrangling skills.

Call Arizona Snake Removal for professional rattlesnake removal, snake inspections, and prevention guidance that actually works.

We’re local, fast, and know how to handle Arizona rattlesnakes without drama—or unnecessary risk.

Your move: call now before your next surprise encounter happens.