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The Mesh Snake Fence is attached to an iron fence. The Snake Fence is attached to a wood fence.

The most effective way for a homeowner to protect a child's play area from rattlesnakes is to construct a rattlesnake-proof fence around it. Install a gate that is tight-fitting at the sides and bottom, equipped with a self-closing spring.

We have custom cut and installed the mesh to fit this drainage culvert. Here we have fit the mesh around a post and to fit the water spigot.

This is a view of how we have fit the fence under a deck.

One of the best ways to discourage rattlesnakes from inhabiting gardens and homes is to remove suitable hiding places. Heavy brush, tall grass, rocks, logs, rotten stumps, lumber piles, and other places of cover should be cleaned up. Keep weeds mowed close to the ground or hoe them out completely. Since snakes often come to an area in search of prey, eliminating rodent populations, especially ground squirrels, meadow voles, deer mice, rats, and house mice, is an important step in making the habitat less attractive for snakes. Rattlesnakes cannot dig burrows but frequently use those dug by rodents. After controlling the rodents, fill in all burrows with soil or sod and pack down firmly. Snakes will not remain in habitat made less favorable for them.

Rattlesnakes may seek refuge beneath buildings and outbuildings. If there is a gap or opening, they will enter and inhabit a building or crawl space, just as house mice do. Sealing all cracks with openings greater than 1/4 inch, or installing a screen barrier with 1/4 inch wire mesh can prevent them from entering these areas. Gaps beneath garage, and other doors are often large enough to permit snakes to enter, especially young ones. Tight fitting doors will prevent snakes from entering, as can adding weather stripping.

The venomous bite of a rattlesnake is a tool for hunting and killing their prey. The venom not only kills their prey but also begins the digestive process by breaking down the tissue. The following photo is an example of what could happen if bitten in the hand, not to mention that a rattlesnake bit can be fatal.