Opossums may seem harmless as they wander through your backyard at night, but once they decide to move into your attic, crawlspace, or under your porch, the problems begin. These nocturnal scavengers can create significant damage, foul odors, and potential health risks for your family and pets. At Critter Stop, we provide trusted Manor opossum trapping services that focus on safe, humane removal and long-term prevention.
If you're dealing with unpleasant smells, strange noises at night, or scattered trash in your yard, it’s time to take action. Our experienced technicians will inspect your property, remove the animals, and ensure they can’t return.
Opossums are quiet invaders. You might not see them, but you’ll definitely notice the mess they leave behind. Keep an eye out for these signs of opossum activity around your Manor property:
✔ Tipped-Over Trash Cans – Opossums are opportunistic feeders and love to dig through garbage.
✔ Foul Odors – Their droppings and urine, or a decaying carcass, can create strong smells around crawlspaces or sheds.
✔ Noises at Night – You may hear scratching, thumping, or hissing under your porch or inside your attic.
✔ Missing Pet Food – Food left outside for pets can quickly become a nightly buffet for opossums.
✔ Paw Prints & Droppings – Look for small five-toed prints and tubular feces in dusty or muddy areas.
If you’ve noticed any of these signs, it’s time to call a professional Manor opossum trapping team for a thorough assessment.
Though they generally avoid confrontation, opossums can cause a surprising amount of trouble. Here's what makes them a risk to your property and health:
✔ Structural Damage – Opossums tear up insulation, chew ductwork, and gnaw on wood or vents to create nesting spots.
✔ Parasites & Disease – They often carry ticks, fleas, and mites, and may spread leptospirosis or salmonella.
✔ Biohazard Cleanup – If an opossum dies inside your walls or crawlspace, the odor and contamination are severe.
✔ Pet Confrontations – Though not aggressive, opossums may hiss or “play dead” when threatened, provoking pets into unwanted altercations.
✔ Infestation Risk – Their presence may attract other wildlife or scavengers to your home.
Addressing the issue quickly can save you from costly repairs and long-term sanitation concerns.
Manor’s mix of open land, trees, and growing suburban neighborhoods makes it a hotspot for wildlife activity. Opossums thrive here due to:
✔ Accessible Food – Garbage cans, compost, bird feeders, and outdoor pet food all serve as easy meals.
✔ Quiet Shelter – Crawlspaces, attics, and decks offer dry, warm spaces to raise their young.
✔ Entry Points – Gaps in siding, broken vents, or loose porch foundations give opossums easy access indoors.
✔ Minimal Disturbance – Most homeowners aren’t aware of their presence until damage is already done.
Once they settle in, opossums rarely leave on their own. That’s where Critter Stop’s Manor opossum trapping team steps in.
At Critter Stop, we use a methodical approach to remove opossums and secure your home for the future. Here’s how it works:
We perform a complete walkthrough of your home’s exterior and interior to locate entry points, nesting zones, and contamination. This helps us understand the scope of the problem.
Our experts place strategically located live traps with effective bait. These traps are monitored frequently to ensure quick, stress-free capture.
Captured opossums are relocated to a safe, natural environment where they won’t pose a problem to you or your neighbors.
Once the animals are removed, we clean up nesting materials, feces, and urine, and apply disinfectants and odor neutralizers.
We seal all entry points using chew-proof materials to prevent re-entry. If damage has occurred, we offer minor repairs and insulation replacement as needed.
✔ Local Wildlife Experts – Our team knows the behaviors and patterns of wildlife in Manor.
✔ Ethical and Legal Practices – We use humane trapping and comply with all Texas wildlife regulations.
✔ Comprehensive Service – From removal and cleanup to prevention and repairs—we handle it all.
✔ Responsive & Reliable – Same-day and emergency appointments available.
✔ Guaranteed Results – We stand behind our work. If wildlife comes back, so do we.
After removal, follow these steps to protect your property from future invasions:
✔ Secure Trash Bins – Use locking lids to deter late-night scavengers.
✔ Store Pet Food Indoors – Avoid leaving any food outside overnight.
✔ Trim Back Vegetation – Remove brush piles, wood stacks, and overgrown shrubs near the house.
✔ Seal Entry Points – Regularly inspect your foundation, vents, and eaves for potential access points.
✔ Install Lighting – Motion-activated lights can discourage nocturnal wildlife from entering your yard.
Opossums may not seem like a major issue—until they start causing damage and spreading bacteria in your home. Don’t wait until the smell or destruction becomes unbearable. Whether they’re under your deck or in your attic, Critter Stop’s Manor opossum trapping professionals are ready to help.
Call us today at (512) 881-6696 to schedule a free inspection and get the expert help you need to keep your home clean, safe, and wildlife-free.
