Remove food sources, including pet food, fallen fruit, garbage, and compost
Secure trash bins with tight-fitting lids
Feed pets indoors and remove outdoor food bowls at night
Close off access under decks, porches, sheds, and crawl spaces
Seal gaps, holes, and openings around the home
Install one-way exclusion doors only after confirming no animals are inside
Trim tree branches and overhanging limbs near the roof
Remove brush piles, wood stacks, and clutter near the house
Use motion-activated lights or sprinklers
Keep chickens, rabbits, and other small animals in secure enclosures
Contact a licensed wildlife removal professional if the opossum will not leave
Contact local animal control if the animal is injured, aggressive, or trapped
Avoid touching, cornering, or attempting to handle the opossum yourself