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Most people don't expect to find a snake coiled behind their water heater on a Tuesday morning. But in Rogers, that call comes in more than you'd think, especially once the ground warms up or a hard rain flushes them out of creek beds. We've been handling these calls for years, and the pattern is always the same. Someone spots a snake, panics a little, and wants it gone fast.
What we cover on this page:
-Safe snake removal for residential and commercial properties in Rogers
-Exclusion work that seals entry points and stops repeat visits
-Habitat modification and prevention advice from local technicians
-Species identification so you know what you're dealing with
Our licensed technicians respond same-day in most cases. We figure out what species is on your property, remove it humanely, and close off the gaps so you're not making this call again next month.
If you live near Beaver Lake or in one of the wooded neighborhoods in east Rogers, a snake in your garage, basement, or flower bed is almost a seasonal event. The worst thing you can do is grab a shovel and try to handle it yourself. We've seen that go wrong more times than we can count.
Our technicians can tell the difference between a copperhead and a rat snake in seconds. That skill takes years to build and it changes everything about how the animal gets handled. We use humane traps or tongs to capture the snake without hurting it or scratching up your property. No drama. No damage. Just a calm, quick removal.
What happens during a removal call:
-A trained technician arrives same-day in most cases.
-We identify the species on sight — venomous vs. non-venomous changes the approach.
-We use humane traps or tongs to capture the snake without injury or property damage.
-We inspect your foundation and entry points before we leave.
Here's something most people don't realize about Rogers. The city has older homes from the '70s and '80s sitting right next to brand-new builds. Both types develop foundation gaps, just for different reasons. Older homes settle and crack. Newer homes shift as fresh concrete cures and soil compacts. We check those gaps on every single removal call because the snake got in somewhere, and we want to show you exactly where. Snake calls are one of the most common requests our residential pest control customers make during warm months.
Getting rid of one snake feels like a win, and it is. But if you stop there, you're likely to see another one. The entry point that let the first snake in is still wide open. We've had customers call back three times in one summer before agreeing to exclusion work. Save yourself the repeat visits.
What we install during exclusion:
| Material | Where It Goes | What It Blocks |
|---|---|---|
| Steel mesh | Foundation gaps, crawl space openings | Snakes, rodents, lizards |
| Door sweeps | Garage doors, exterior doors | Ground-level entry by snakes and insects |
| Vent covers | Dryer vents, attic vents, soffit gaps | Snakes, birds, bats |
You'd be surprised how small a gap needs to be. If a pencil fits through it, a snake can use it. We measure and seal each one so nothing that size passes through again.
Local insight: Limestone bedrock under much of Rogers causes foundations to settle in ways that aren't always visible from inside your home. New cracks can open up every year, even on houses that are only a few years old. We've learned to reinforce the spots most likely to shift rather than just patching what's there today. That extra step is what keeps our exclusion work holding up a year later instead of failing by fall.

If you spend any time near Railyard Park or the trails around Lake Atalanta, you've probably walked within a few feet of a snake and never knew it. The two we pull off properties most often in Rogers are copperheads and rat snakes. They look different, they behave differently, and the response for each one is not the same.
| Copperhead | Rat Snake | |
|---|---|---|
| Venomous | Yes | No |
| Appearance | Thick body, tan with hourglass-shaped copper bands | Long, slender, black or gray with faint blotches |
| Urgency | Immediate removal required | Standard removal, not a medical risk |
| What it tells you | You're near ideal snake habitat — wooded areas, leaf litter, rock cover | You likely have a rodent problem on or near your property |
| Common hiding spots | Mulch beds, wood piles, rock walls, leaf litter | Garages, attics, sheds, around stored feed |
Our advice: If you see a thick-bodied snake with tan and copper bands, do not try to get a closer look. Just back away and call us. Copperheads blend into mulch and leaf litter so well that people sometimes step right next to them without noticing.
Rat snakes won't hurt you, but they tell you something important about your property. If a rat snake is hanging around, there are rodents nearby. They don't show up for no reason. We often pair a rat snake removal with rodent control because solving one problem usually solves the other.
Snakes don't just pass through your yard. When they find a spot with food, cover, and warmth, they settle in. In some cases,snakes have been found nesting inside walls and structures after outdoor conditions pushed them toward shelter. In Rogers, the wooded greenbelts and creek corridors create exactly that kind of pressure. If your property backs up to one of these corridors, expect more snake activity than someone in the middle of a subdivision.

We can almost predict our busiest weeks by looking at a calendar. Those two windows account for the majority of our snake calls each year.
If you're cleaning out a shed in April or stacking firewood in October, pay attention. Those are the exact moments when you and a snake are most likely to surprise each other.
Common spots where snakes hide during seasonal transitions:
-Under tarps or stored equipment
-Behind stacked pavers or landscaping stone
-Inside gaps in retaining walls
-Around outdoor AC units and meter boxes.
Our honest advice: Schedule a preventive inspection in March or September. It costs far less than an emergency call, and it catches problems before they turn into a snake in your living room. We'd rather find a gap and seal it in March than remove a copperhead from your garage in May.
Mild winters in Rogers make this even more relevant. Snakes here stay active longer than they do in states farther north. We've pulled snakes off properties in November that homeowners assumed were long dormant. Don't assume cold weather has handled the problem for you. It usually hasn't.
If we could give every homeowner in Rogers one piece of advice, it would be this: snakes go where the food is. If your yard is feeding mice, frogs, or crickets, it's feeding snakes too. You can't really solve a snake problem without addressing what's attracting them in the first place.
Habitat changes you can make this weekend:
-Clear out leaf piles and ground debris near your foundation
-Seal trash bins with tight-fitting lids
-Keep grass cut short along your foundation and fence line
-Move wood piles at least 20 feet from the house
-Trim shrubs and ground cover away from exterior walls
-Fix leaking hose bibs or downspouts that pool water
Local pattern we see every year: Heavy spring rains in Rogers push rodents out of low ground and toward elevated spots near homes. Properties in Prairie Creek or Northside see this especially around downspouts and drainage areas. That rodent migration pulls snakes right behind it, closer to your walls and entry points with each passing week.
When we walk your property, we're not reading from a generic list. We point out the exact spots on your land where changes will make the most difference. Maybe it's a rock border that's become a mouse highway, or a garden bed that holds too much moisture. Every yard is different, and the advice should be too. If we find signs of mice or rats during a snake call, we recommend pairing the visit with our wildlife removal services to address the full chain of activity on your property.
-Stay calm and keep children and pets away from the snake.
-Do not attempt to catch or kill the animal yourself.
-Call a licensed pest control service in Rogers for same-day removal.
-Technicians identify the species and use safe capture tools.
-After removal, schedule an exclusion inspection to seal entry points.
-Remove yard debris and trim vegetation to eliminate hiding spots.
-Monitor your property for 30 days and report any new sightings.
Call a licensed pest control company that offers wildlife removal and same-day service. Not every pest company handles snakes, so ask whether they have trained wildlife technicians before you book. General pest sprayers and snake removal are two very different skill sets.
April through October, with peak activity in May and September. Mild winters in Rogers can stretch that window into early November. We've removed snakes from properties the week of Thanksgiving in warmer years.
Seal foundation cracks, install door sweeps, remove debris, and trim vegetation away from walls. Annual exclusion inspections catch new gaps from soil movement and settling. No single fix is permanent on its own, but the combination of exclusion and habitat modification gets very close.
Yes, especially near wooded areas, creeks, and properties with rock piles or mulch beds. They're well-camouflaged and easy to miss until you're uncomfortably close. If you see a thick-bodied snake with hourglass-shaped bands, back away and call for removal.
Rodents, frogs, insects, water sources, and ground cover like leaves or stacked wood. In our experience, the single biggest attractant is a mouse problem the homeowner doesn't know about yet. Fix the mice and the snakes usually follow them out.
Not recommended. A large number of snake bites happen during DIY removal attempts, and telling venomous from non-venomous species takes real training. The risk is not worth it when a professional can be at your property the same day.
At Network Pest Control, we take immense pride in our commitment to customer satisfaction and providing personalized pest control solutions. Our dedicated team understands that every customer and pest problem is unique, which is why we go the extra mile to ensure that each issue is completely resolved.
When you choose Network Pest Control, you can expect a thorough assessment of your pest problem, where our experts analyze the extent of the infestation and identify the underlying causes. We then tailor a customized solution that addresses your specific needs, taking into account factors such as the type of pests, the size of the affected area, and your preferences.
COMPANY STORY
& EXPERIENCE
Craig Broadhead started his pest business in 2004 in California, called Pacific Pest Control. In 2021, he sold his business and moved his family to Arkansas to start fresh with a new vision of Network Pest Control. His goal it to make sure each customer has the best experience possible.


Network Pest Control
11205 Meadow Lark Rd. Rogers AR 72756
479.888.4249