There are several natural ways to keep snakes away from your home and property. Here are some of the most effective methods:

• Get rid of food sources: Snakes will come around looking for food, so getting rid of these food sources will encourage them to move along in search of something to eat. Make sure common pests that snakes like to eat are kept under control.

• Get rid of water sources: Standing water sources like rain barrels, birdbaths, and ponds attract snakes. To prevent snakes from coming back, remove these sources of standing water.

• Use natural snake repellents: There are several natural products that are known to repel snakes. These natural snake repellents can be used around the perimeter of your property, around pools, along the edges of ponds, and anywhere else you have noticed snake activity. Some of the most effective natural snake repellents include:

  • Ammonia: Soak rags in ammonia and put them in unsealed plastic bags. Place the bags around pools and ponds to help keep snakes out.

  • Clove and cinnamon oil: These two natural ingredients work best when combined together to repel snakes. Mix them together in a spray bottle and spray anywhere snakes have been seen.

  • Garlic and onions: Garlic and onions not only work when planted in your yard, but they also work as a natural snake repellent product as they both contain sulfonic acid which is known to repel snakes. Chop up both garlic and onions and mix them with rock salt. Sprinkle the mixture around your yard to repel snakes.

  • Vinegar: Pour standard white vinegar around the edges of ponds and pools to deter snakes.

• Clear debris from around your home: Anything near structures, like mulch, shrubs, woodpiles, etc., may harbor snakes or their food sources. Clearing debris from around homes and sheds can help prevent snakes from entering the house or garage.

Its important to note that while these methods can help keep snakes away, they will not kill them. Its also important to remember that snakes serve a purpose in the ecosystem and should not be killed unless absolutely necessary.