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What Does Opossum Removal Cost?

Honest, transparent pricing for humane opossum trapping, crawlspace exclusion, and odor assessment across South-Central Virginia. No per-animal fees. No unnecessary upsells.

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Opossum Removal, Exclusion & Odor Assessment

Serving South-Central Virginia — Lynchburg, Roanoke, Danville, Martinsville & surrounding areas

No inspection fee
Camera-monitored traps
No per-animal fees
Humane by design
3-year guarantee on exclusion

Opossums are gentle scavengers that rarely cause direct damage — but when they nest under homes, porches, or in crawlspaces, they can make a mess and create serious odor problems if they die in an inaccessible area. Here's exactly how we price.

Don't throw money at it. Throw Animal Dispatch at it.
Opossums in South-Central Virginia are active year-round and found throughout the region — from the wooded suburban neighborhoods of Lynchburg and Danville to rural properties in Halifax, Pittsylvania, and Campbell counties. They're opportunistic and attracted to pet food, unsecured trash, and any sheltered space under a deck, shed, or crawlspace. Opossums often share dens with skunks and groundhogs — an inspection identifies all occupants so the whole problem gets addressed, not just part of it.
Typical Customer Paths — Realistic Totals
Single Opossum Under Deck
  • Inspection                    included
  • Trap setup                    $225
  • One return visit            $60
Est. total: ~$285
Ongoing Crawlspace Issue
  • Inspection                    included
  • Trap setup                    $225
  • Four return visits           $240
Est. total: ~$465
Trapping + Exclusion Barrier
  • Inspection                    included
  • Trap setup + return        $285
  • Exclusion barrier           $1,000
Est. total: ~$1,285 — 3-year guarantee
Heavy Contamination / Full Crawlspace
  • Inspection                    included
  • Trap setup                    $225
  • Crawl door rebuild          $400
  • Trench barrier               $1,500
Est. total: ~$2,125

These are examples, not quotes. Your written estimate is based on your specific conditions and needs.

Quick Reference
InspectionIncluded in trap setup — no separate fee
Humane trapping$225 setup + $60 per return visit
Exclusion & repairsTypical $600–$1,500 — complex $1,500–$3,000+
No per-animal fees. No separate inspection charge. Camera monitoring so there is no need for you to check them or pay for extra trips. .
How It Works — Full Details

The opossum inspection is included in the trap setup — no separate fee.

  • Full inspection of crawlspaces, decks, and exterior perimeter
  • Identification of entry points, den sites, and droppings
  • Photos or video documenting activity or contamination
  • Clear action plan for removal and repairs

Why this matters: Opossums are slow and quiet — often mistaken for raccoons or skunks at first. A proper inspection identifies the real culprit, checks for other animals sharing the space, and determines whether odor control or exclusion is necessary.

  • Setup package: $225 — up to 2 traps + 2 cellular monitoring cameras
  • Placement at known den openings or travel paths
  • Remote monitoring — immediate notification when an animal is caught
  • Return visits: $60 per trip for re-baiting, resetting, or animal removal
  • No per-animal fee — two caught at once is still one trip charge

Why cameras matter: We can see exactly what is happeneing and how the animals are interecting with the traps. Plus, there is no need for you to check them or pay for extra trips.

Typical homes: $600–$1,500  |  Large decks or crawlspaces: $1,500–$3,000+

  • Repairing and sealing access holes around foundations, crawl doors, and vents
  • Underground trench barriers or wire screening where needed
  • Reinforcing soft soil or weak skirting around sheds and decks
  • Photo documentation of all completed work

Why people choose this: Opossums are opportunistic — if one found an easy way in, others will follow. Proper exclusion eliminates re-entry and prevents other animals like skunks and groundhogs from using the same opening.

3-year guarantee: All full-home and full-structure exclusions include our 3-year guarantee on the work.

Signs You Have an Opossum Problem
Sounds at night Slow shuffling, thumping, or hissing sounds under decks, porches, or in crawlspaces — typically at night. Slower and heavier than a squirrel, less aggressive than a raccoon.
Droppings Large droppings similar in size to a cat's — often found along structural edges, near entry points, or scattered across crawlspace floors. Can carry Salmonella.
Odor A strong, persistent smell under the home or deck — either from opossum urine and droppings, or from an animal that has died in an inaccessible space. Dead opossums in crawlspaces are a common and serious odor problem.
Damaged vents or crawl doors Bent, broken, or missing crawlspace vent screens and crawl doors — the most common entry points. Opossums are not strong chewers but will push through damaged or loose openings.
Trash or pet food disturbed Knocked-over garbage cans, scattered trash, or emptied outdoor pet food bowls — especially overnight. Opossums are attracted to easy food sources near the home.
Direct sightings An opossum seen near the home at dusk or overnight — particularly near deck edges, crawlspace openings, or around HVAC units. Repeated sightings near a structure usually mean an active den.
What Drives Price Up or Down
Number of animals — single vs. family den
Location — crawlspace vs. under deck
Foundation height and access difficulty
Soil type and trenching needs
Other animals sharing the den
Odor or contamination present
Crawl door or vent condition
Your goal — removal only vs. full exclusion

Recommended only when contamination or re-entry risk is present. We don't bundle cleanup into every job.

Crawlspace vent guards$80–$150 each
Deck barrier skirting$20–$30/ft installed
Crawl door rebuild$250–$500
Vapor barrier or insulation replacement (if contaminated)$400–$900

Ready to reclaim your crawlspace?

We'll assess the situation, set up monitored traps, and give you a clear written plan with photo proof every step of the way.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Opossum removal in South-Central Virginia starts at $225 for trap setup — the inspection is included at no extra charge. A single opossum under a deck typically totals around $285. Ongoing crawlspace issues with multiple visits run around $465. Adding a permanent exclusion barrier brings the total to approximately $1,285 with a 3-year guarantee. Heavy contamination with crawl door rebuild and trench barrier runs around $2,125. No per-animal fees.

Opossums are generally not aggressive toward humans or pets — their famous "playing dead" response is involuntary and happens when they're frightened. They are one of the least likely wild animals to carry rabies due to their low body temperature. That said, their droppings can carry Salmonella and leptospirosis, and a dead opossum in a crawlspace creates a significant odor and sanitation issue that should be addressed promptly.

A dead opossum in a crawlspace or under a deck is one of the more common and unpleasant calls we get. The odor can be severe and penetrate into the living area. Call us — we handle dead animal removal, locate the carcass, remove it, treat the area, and identify the entry point that allowed access. See our dead animal removal page for specifics.

Yes, if entry points aren't sealed. Opossums are opportunistic — if one found an easy way in, others will too. The same opening that let in an opossum will also let in skunks and groundhogs. We always recommend sealing entry points after removal, and for properties with ongoing pressure, a full exclusion barrier with a 3-year guarantee is the most cost-effective long-term solution.

Opossums are active year-round in Virginia — they don't hibernate. They are most commonly reported under structures during cold months when they seek shelter, and in spring when females are carrying young in their pouch. If young are present during removal, we handle timing carefully to avoid separating litters.

No. Our traps are paired with cellular monitoring cameras that notify us the moment an animal is caught. We respond promptly — you don't need to check, re-bait, or interact with the traps at all. Return visits are only charged when we actually need to come back out.

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We'll help you reclaim your space — safely and responsibly.