Glendenning is one of those suburbs where snakes appear like clockwork every warm season. With its mix of older homes, newer estates, long side passages, tidy backyards, storage sheds, warm brick walls and plenty of spots where rodents move, it has everything snakes look for. Most residents in Glendenning know that snakes are part of the area, but even so, when a snake suddenly appears in the yard, near the house or in the garage, it still needs to be handled properly. That’s where Urban Reptile Removal comes in — providing safe, calm and professional snake removal whenever locals need it.

If you ever see a snake in Glendenning, the safest thing to do is call 0418 633 474 straight away. Calling early gives us the best chance of removing the snake before it finds a deep hiding spot or slips into an area that’s harder to access.

The most commonly encountered species in Glendenning is the Eastern brown snake. Browns move quickly, prefer open sunny areas, and are drawn to the rodent activity that is a constant in most built-up suburbs. They are incredibly fast and behave defensively if cornered, which is why homeowners should never attempt to chase, trap or kill them. Eastern browns are responsible for the vast majority of serious snakebite cases in Australia — not because they seek conflict, but because someone unknowingly gets too close. If you see one, step back, secure any pets and leave the snake removal to a licensed professional.

The suburb also sees a good number of red-bellied black snakes, especially in the greener and slightly damp parts of Glendenning. Red-bellies often move through garden beds, shady corners, frog-friendly areas and spots where water gathers after rain. While they are generally less reactive than brown snakes, they are still dangerous and should only be handled by trained professionals. A glossy black body with a red underside is enough for most residents to recognise them instantly. If that’s what you’ve seen, call 0418 633 474 for safe, experienced removal.

Another snake that appears frequently in Glendenning is the yellow-faced whip snake. These slender, extremely fast snakes are mistaken for baby browns almost every week. Whip snakes aren’t aggressive, but they are venomous and rely on speed to escape danger. They slip through tight spaces under fencing, dart around garden rocks, move under timber piles, and disappear into any warm, narrow gap they can find. Because they vanish so quickly, calling a snake catcher early makes a big difference.

Not every call in Glendenning is for a dangerous species, though. Green tree snakes are common, harmless and completely non-venomous. They move quickly, flatten their heads when threatened, and can easily frighten people who aren’t familiar with them. They often show up in garages, behind fridges, near outdoor storage units, or on fences chasing lizards. Even though they can’t cause harm, a green tree snake still needs proper removal if it’s inside a home or stuck in a confined area.

And then there’s the suburb’s biggest trickster — the blue-tongued lizard. Every year, dozens of calls to Urban Reptile Removal turn out to be blue-tongues basking in the sun or hiding under garden edging. Blueys puff up, hiss loudly and flash their bright tongue when frightened, which often convinces people they’re looking at a small snake. They are completely harmless and fantastic pest controllers. We never mind being called to check — it’s far better to be cautious than to assume and be wrong.

Most snake encounters in Glendenning are completely normal. Someone opens a shed door and notices movement behind boxes. Someone pulls bins out for collection and finds a long shape under the wheel. Someone goes to feed the dog and sees a snake stretched out in the sun. These situations are extremely common and nothing to panic about, but they do need attention from a licensed snake catcher who knows how to handle the animal safely.

When you call Urban Reptile Removal, the first thing we do is guide you through what to do right now, while we’re on our way. You don’t need to identify the species — just tell us what you saw, where it went and whether any pets or kids are nearby. That’s enough for us to get started. A calm phone call early in the process is often what prevents a snake from disappearing deeper into the property.

We generally reach Glendenning quickly because it sits in a high-activity zone for our catchers. Once we arrive, we stay calm, work methodically and handle the situation quietly. Snakes rarely travel far after they stop moving; they almost always settle into a familiar pattern of hiding. In Glendenning, typical hiding spots include under timber leaning against the fence, behind storage shelves in the garage, beneath outdoor furniture, under pot plants, along the base of retaining walls, inside meter boxes, and under sheets of tin or plywood. We check these systematically until the snake is found and safely removed.

After the snake is relocated, homeowners often want to know why the snake chose their yard. The answer is almost always the same: food and shelter. Rodents attract most snakes, and Glendenning, like all Western Sydney suburbs, has a steady supply. If there are lizards, frogs or mice, snakes will pass through. It isn’t a reflection of your home’s cleanliness; it’s just the natural ecosystem doing what it does.

We always give straightforward prevention advice after completing a snake removal. You don’t need expensive gadgets or snake repellents — they don’t work. What does work are small, practical changes: keeping the lawn trimmed, reducing clutter along fence lines, lifting stored items off the ground, removing leftover pet food, and sealing gaps where rodents travel. These simple habits make your yard less appealing to both prey animals and the snakes that hunt them.

Residents often worry that seeing one snake means there must be more, or that snakes are breeding on their property. Snakes do not maintain nests in suburban backyards. They move constantly, using different yards as temporary shelters. A single sighting does not indicate multiple snakes living nearby. Once it’s removed, the immediate risk is gone.

If a snake ever gets inside the home, that becomes a priority emergency snake removal. Snakes can enter through garage gaps, open doors, or follow rodents inside. Finding a snake in a hallway, laundry, bathroom or living room is confronting, but there’s no need for panic. We handle these situations regularly and make them safe quickly.

People in Glendenning call Urban Reptile Removal because we do the job properly. No theatrics, no scare tactics, no nonsense. Just proper reptile handling, delivered calmly and professionally. Most of our work here comes from word of mouth — neighbours recommending us after seeing how we operate.

If you ever feel unsure — maybe you saw something move out of the corner of your eye, or your dog reacted strangely near a fence — you can always call 0418 633 474 for advice. We’d rather take a call than have someone attempt DIY snake catching.

For fast, safe and experienced snake removal in Glendenning, you can rely on Urban Reptile Removal every day of the year. When a snake shows up where it shouldn’t, we’re here to remove it quickly, safely and without fuss so you can get on with your day.