Opossum Removal

Opossum Removal in Houston, TX

Opossum Control Services in Houston, Dallas/Fort Worth, TX & Surrounding Areas

Our team can minimize the damage and health risks to your property with our opossum removal and control services in Houston. Opossums are scavengers by nature, drawn to occupied buildings in search of shelter and food. They’re omnivores that will eat pet food, meat, and rotting material, and because they’re nocturnal, homeowners typically hear them in the attic at night. Opossums in attics, under sheds, and in yards have become an increasingly common find across the Houston area as rapid land development continues to reduce natural habitat and push wildlife closer to residential and commercial neighborhoods. We serve both residential and commercial properties throughout the region.

Humane Opossum Removal: No Traps, No Relocation

911 Wildlife is owned and operated by wildlife rehabilitators, and that background shapes everything about how we approach opossum removal in Houston. We don’t use traps or poisons, and we don’t relocate animals. Relocated opossums often struggle to survive in unfamiliar territory, and a mother removed by trap can leave young behind inside your structure. Our approach addresses the whole problem, not just the adult you can see.

Instead, we install one-way doors that allow opossums to exit safely while preventing re-entry. Once the animal has left, we permanently seal all entry points. Our exclusion work is backed by a 10-year guarantee.

Our methods are endorsed by the Humane Society of the United States, the Houston SPCA, Bat Conservation International, the Wildlife Center of Texas, Friends of Texas Wildlife, the DFW Wildlife Coalition, and the North Texas Wildlife Center. That third-party validation means our practices are genuinely ethical, not just marketed as humane. We’re also a BBB Accredited Business with an A+ rating and hold a 4.9 out of 5-star rating on Angi from over 320 customer reviews.

Opossums in Texas pose real health risks to people and pets. Because they’re opportunistic scavengers, they come into contact with building occupants and animals regularly. They aren’t fast movers, but they will stand their ground when cornered, which can result in a bite from a mouth bearing 50 teeth. Opossums carry fleas, ticks, and other parasites, and their droppings present risks including leptospirosis and salmonella. A single opossum moving through a structure can introduce a flea infestation that spreads quickly through the building, affecting both pets and people.

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Opossum Facts

Understanding opossum behavior helps explain why prompt removal matters for your household and your pets.

Opossums are North America’s only marsupial, meaning their young are raised in the mother’s pouch and then cling to her back.
They’re among the most common carriers of fleas and can quickly cause a flea infestation in your home or business.
When threatened, opossums sometimes feign death, a behavior known as “playing opossum.”
Opossums have one of the lowest brain-to-body mass ratios of any mammal.

Prompt removal limits your exposure to fleas, parasites, and disease. The longer an opossum remains in a structure, the more opportunity there is for an infestation to take hold.

Schedule Opossum Removal in Houston Today

Whether the problem is in your attic, under a shed, or somewhere in your yard, we’re ready to help. Our process is humane, our exclusion work is backed by a 10-year guarantee, and you’ll receive a fair and transparent quote before any work begins. Call 911 Wildlife at (903) 289-7255 to schedule service for your Houston home or business.

How Our Houston Opossum Removal Process Works

Every job begins with a thorough inspection of the property. We identify all current and potential entry points across the full structure, including attic vents, soffits, roof returns, crawlspace gaps, deck openings, and shed gaps, since opossums can exploit multiple access points at once. Understanding the full picture before we act is what separates a long-term fix from a temporary one.

Once the inspection is complete, we install one-way doors at active entry points. These allow the opossum to exit on its own without being able to re-enter. Sealing an entry point before confirming the animal has left can trap it inside and worsen the situation; one-way doors eliminate that risk.

After the animal has exited, we permanently seal all entry points to help prevent future access. Our exclusion work is backed by a 10-year guarantee, giving Houston homeowners and businesses confidence in the workmanship. We serve residential and commercial properties throughout Harris County and the surrounding area.

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Rob and his team arrived on time and installed grating, patched a hole, and installed a one-way outlet to evict a raccoon from my attic. They are professional and easy to work with. I recommend their services!

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These people know how to deal with varmints in an informed humane way. They know animals and know how to manage them without harm to them or you. Call 'em now if you've got raccoons, possums, squirrels or even rats in the attic. They serve FORT WORTH as we

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Our technician Ryan was the best. He was prompt and very thorough... He repaired the roof and flashing, and re-painted beautifully. The squirrels are gone! The service is effective and humane. I completely recommend!

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