While the majority of snakes encountered around homes are non-venomous, venomous species do exist in the Southeast. Because visual identification can be difficult—especially during quick or unexpected encounters—homeowners should never attempt to handle or remove a snake themselves.
Snake Removal & Control Services
Snakes are an important part of the natural ecosystem, but when they are found in or around homes, they can create serious safety concerns for homeowners, children, and pets. Cingo Home provides professional, humane snake removal and control services to safely remove snakes and reduce the risk of future encounters.
About Snakes
Snakes are found throughout wooded areas, fields, and residential neighborhoods across the Southeast. Most species are non-venomous, but it can be difficult for homeowners to safely identify snakes, especially during unexpected encounters.
Snakes are ectothermic (cold-blooded) and are often attracted to areas that provide:
Shelter
Warmth
Food sources such as rodents or insects
These conditions are commonly found around homes, crawl spaces, basements, garages, decks, sheds, and landscaping.
Common Southeastern Snakes
The Southeastern United States is home to a wide variety of snake species, most of which are non-venomous and play an important role in the ecosystem. Snakes help control rodent and insect populations, which can reduce other pest problems around homes.
Non-Venomous Snakes
Eastern Green Watersnake
Black Swamp Snake
Eastern Hognose Snake
Coachwhip
Mole Kingsnake
Plain-bellied Watersnake
Brown Snake
Southern Hognose Snake
Rough Green Snake
Scarlet Kingsnake
Brown Watersnake
Florida Brown Snake
Ringneck Snake
Corn Snake
Eastern Milk Snake
Banded Watersnake
Red-bellied Snake
Eastern Worm Snake
Eastern Rat Snake
Scarlet Snake
Northern Watersnake
Eastern Ribbon Snake
Pine Woods Snake
Gray Rat Snake
Southeastern Crowned Snake
Queen Snake
Common Garter Snake
Mud Snake
Pine Snake
Florida Crowned Snake
Striped Crayfish Snake
Smooth Earth Snake
Rainbow Snake
Common Kingsnake
Eastern Indigo Snake
Glossy Crayfish Snake
Rough Earth Snake
Black Racer
Black Kingsnake
Venomous Snakes
Copperhead
Cottonmouth
Eastern Coral Snake
Pigmy Rattlesnake
Timber Rattlesnake
Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake