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Dead Opossum Removal in Michigan

Same-day dead opossum removal across Michigan — under deck, crawlspace, yard, garage. Rabies-vector species (rare but possible) — handled with PPE per MDHHS guidance.

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Quick answer

Who handles dead opossum removal in Michigan?

Michigan Dead Animal Removal connects Michigan homeowners with licensed wildlife operators for dead opossum removal. $95–$225 flat rate. Phone quote in minutes, on-site under 4 hours. Opossum is a rabies-vector species — handled with PPE per MDHHS guidance. Call (616) 200-6075.

What's included

What Does Dead Opossum Removal Include in Michigan?

Opossum recoveries are often under decks, in crawlspaces, or in garages. Rabies-vector species per MDHHS MDHHS rabies-vector guidance — PPE protocols on every recovery.

All field work performed by Michigan DNR-permitted licensed wildlife operators carrying general liability insurance ≥$1M, following MDARD solid-waste handling rules (the MDARD Bodies of Dead Animals (BODA) Act) and MDHHS rabies-vector protocols (MDHHS rabies-vector guidance).

How it works

The Dead Opossum Removal Process

Opossum recoveries are often under decks, in crawlspaces, or in garages. Rabies-vector species per MDHHS MDHHS rabies-vector guidance — PPE protocols on every recovery.

  1. Phone quote in minutes — location (under deck? crawlspace? garage?), accessibility, presence of pets/children in the area
  2. Dispatch within four hours
  3. Recovery with PPE — gloves, respirator if odor is heavy, sealed-bag handling
  4. Disposal per MDARD + MDHHS rabies-vector handling guidance
  5. Crawlspace recoveries include sanitize + entry-point flag (opossums den; if one died there, the den site is active)
  6. Invoice on completion
Cost in Michigan

How Much Does Dead Opossum Removal Cost?

Dead Opossum Removal in Michigan typically runs $95–$225 flat rate. Outdoor recoveries (yard, driveway, road frontage) are at the low end of the range; indoor recoveries (attic, walls, crawlspace) are at the high end because they require access cuts, sanitize work, and entry-point assessment.

Quote is given on the initial phone call — no per-hour billing, no trip fees, no hidden add-ons. Payment in person (cash/card/check) or remote link after completion.

When to call

When Should You Call Us?

As soon as you notice the carcass — or the smell. Decomposition begins within 24 hours in warm weather, and the smell roughly doubles every 24 hours after that. Earlier removal = less odor remediation needed = lower cost.

Rabies vector species. If you or a pet had any contact with this animal, contact your physician AND the MDHHS Bureau of Infectious Diseases for rabies post-exposure consultation. We handle the carcass; rabies post-exposure is a separate medical decision.

Michigan coverage

Dead Opossum Removal Available Across Michigan

Michigan Dead Animal Removal dispatches same-day dead animal pickup across 5 Michigan metros via licensed wildlife operators. Click any city for the local pickup ordinance, dispatch hub, response time, and species most frequently called in for that metro.

Grand Rapids , MI
1,090,000 metro residents · West Michigan
Kent County · 616 area code
Grand Rapids dead animal removal →
Lansing , MI
540,000 metro residents · Mid-Michigan
Ingham County · 517 area code
Lansing dead animal removal →
Flint , MI
406,000 metro residents · Mid-Michigan
Genesee County · 810 area code
Flint dead animal removal →
Ann Arbor , MI
370,000 metro residents · Southeast Michigan
Washtenaw County · 734 area code
Ann Arbor dead animal removal →
Kalamazoo , MI
265,000 metro residents · West Michigan
Kalamazoo County · 269 area code
Kalamazoo dead animal removal →
FAQ

Dead Opossum Removal — Frequently Asked Questions

How much does dead opossum removal cost in Michigan?
Dead Opossum Removal in Michigan typically runs $95–$225 for standard outdoor recovery. Opossum is a rabies-vector species per MDHHS guidance — handled with PPE protocols at no extra charge. Flat rate quoted on the initial phone call. No per-hour billing, no surprise add-ons.
How fast can you remove dead opossum in Michigan?
Response window is under 4 hours in the 5 Michigan metros we serve (Grand Rapids, Lansing, Flint, Ann Arbor, Kalamazoo). Same-day pickup is the default for outdoor calls received before 5pm. Typical on-site time: 30-75 minutes typical.
What's the process for dead opossum removal?
Phone quote in minutes → dispatch within 4 hours → on-site recovery with PPE → rabies-vector handling per MDHHS protocols → MDARD-compliant disposal → site cleanup → flat-rate invoice. Detailed process: Phone quote in minutes — location (under deck? crawlspace? garage?), accessibility, presence of pets/children in the area.
Who picks up dead animals in Michigan?
In Michigan, dead animal pickup splits by location. Carcasses in the public right-of-way (city streets, sidewalks) are handled by city public works departments. State routes and interstates are handled by the Michigan Department of Transportation. Carcasses on private property — your yard, attic, driveway, crawlspace — are the homeowner's responsibility. Michigan Dead Animal Removal connects you with a licensed wildlife operator who can be on-site within 4 hours, often same-day.
How much does dead animal removal cost in Michigan?
Most Michigan residential outdoor recoveries (yard, driveway) cost $75-$185. Indoor recoveries (attic, walls, crawlspace) cost $200-$600 because they involve access cuts, sanitize work, and entry-point assessment. Dead deer removal runs $200-$400 due to the weight and equipment required. Pricing is quoted on the initial phone call — no per-hour surprises, no hidden fees.
How fast can you remove a dead animal from my property?
Most Michigan metros we serve get on-site response within 4 hours of the phone quote. Same-day pickup is the default for outdoor calls (yard, driveway, road frontage). Indoor recoveries (attic, walls) may need a next-business-day appointment if access tools are required. Rabies-vector species (raccoon, skunk, bat, fox) and rut-season deer get priority dispatch.
What animals do you handle?
Same-day pickup for the seven most-called Michigan wildlife species: raccoon, white-tailed deer, squirrel, opossum, skunk, bird, and domestic cat. We also handle larger or less-common calls (groundhog, fox, coyote, beaver) on a case-by-case basis — call to confirm. Rabies-vector species are handled with PPE per MDHHS guidance.

Dead Opossum Removal? Same-Day Pickup Available.

Phone quote in minutes. On-site under 4 hours. Flat rate, no surprises.

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