From Ammonia and Vinegar to Cinnamon Oil, Garlic, and Lemongrass, These Seven Strong Scents May Help Deter Snakes Around Your Home—But Experts Explain Why No Smell Works Forever, How to Use Them Safely, and What Real Prevention Steps Matter Most for Keeping Snakes Away Long-Term
nakes can spark fear when they show up near homes, even though they help nature by controlling rodents and insects. Most people don’t want to harm them—they just want them to move on and stay away from porches, gardens, and living areas. Because snakes rely more on chemical sensing than sight or hearing, many “natural…