Short answer: North Scottsdale homes near the McDowell Sonoran Preserve and around Pinnacle Peak sit in prime bark scorpion and rattlesnake habitat. Sealing the house handles scorpions. Snake fencing along walls and view fences handles rattlesnakes.
Why North Scottsdale gets both
Many lots back onto natural desert, and many homes use desert landscaping and view fencing. That's habitat right up to the house. View fences with open bars at the bottom let snakes straight into the yard.
Scorpions: seal the house
- Door sweeps and garage seals
- Weep screed along stucco walls
- Gaps around pipes and A/C lines
- Screens on roof and attic vents
Get quotes on our Scottsdale scorpion sealing page.
Rattlesnakes: fence the yard
Fine mesh along the bottom of walls and view fences, plus sealed gates, keeps rattlesnakes out of the yard. See what makes snake fencing work, then get quotes on our Scottsdale snake fencing page.
Common questions
Does snake fencing keep scorpions out?
No. Scorpions climb over it and fit through the mesh. You need sealing on the house for scorpions.
Can view fences be snake-proofed?
Yes. Installers attach mesh to the bottom of view fencing and close gaps at gates.