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We provide lizard removal services across Greater Sydney and surrounding areas, including the Hills District, Western Sydney, Northern Suburbs, Inner West, North Shore and Northern Beaches.
If you’re unsure whether we service your suburb, just contact us and we’ll confirm.
There’s no way to permanently prevent lizards, but we do offer practical advice to reduce repeat issues, such as:
- Reducing shelter around buildings
- Managing insects and food sources
- Sealing gaps into roof spaces and garages
Most “lizard repellents” sold online or in hardware stores don’t work and shouldn’t be relied on.
In most cases, there is no danger at all. The majority of lizards found around homes are harmless and simply passing through.
- Small lizards and geckos can usually be left alone
- Opening a door or window often allows them to leave
- You could try sweeping them out with a bloom
- Once gone, close access points to prevent re-entry
For large lizards such as lace monitors (goannas):
- Do not attempt to handle them
- Keep dogs away — most injuries occur when pets harass them
- Removal may be appropriate if the animal is trapped or repeatedly returning Most call-outs are about nuisance or peace of mind, not safety.
Most lizards pose little to no risk to pets. The main exception is large monitors,which can defend themselves if cornered.
Dogs are most at risk if they chase or corner a large lizard. Scratches and bites can occur in these situations.
You usually don’t need to. From a practical point of view:
- Most lizards around homes are harmless
- Most native species are protected
If identification is needed, photos taken from a safe distance are helpful. Don’t approach a lizard just to identify it.
Yes. We regularly deal with lizards in:
- Roof spaces
- Wall cavities
- Under houses and decks
- Garages, sheds and commercial buildings
These situations are more about access and control than danger.
Lizards enter through small openings such as:
- Open doors or windows
- Gaps under garage doors
- Vents and weep holes
- Roofing gaps and cracks
They are usually following insects or seeking warmth and shelter.
Yes. Handling or relocating native lizards requires an appropriate reptile relocation licence in NSW.
You should avoid anyone offering to “get rid of” lizards without proper licensing.
Yes. We regularly handle lace monitors (tree goannas).
These animals are strong and easily stressed, and should never be handled by untrained people — not because they’re aggressive, but because injuries occur when people or pets interfere with them.
We can attend and assess the situation, but lizards are mobile. If one has moved on, there may be no obvious sign it was ever there.
We’ll give you an honest assessment and advice on what to do next.
Sometimes, but descriptions are often unreliable. Many species look similar, and size and colour can vary.
Photos taken from a safe distance are much more useful.
No. Lizards do not chase people. If a lizard moves toward someone, it is usually trying to escape or reach shelter.
Some species are site-attached, meaning relocation is not always appropriate or effective. Others simply move through areas naturally.
If lizards keep appearing, it usually means the property offers shelter or food — not that the same animal is “coming back”.
It varies by species and conditions. Some lizards stay for days or weeks if food and shelter are good. Others move on quickly.
No. Native lizards in NSW are protected, and harming one can result in penalties. Even when a lizard is unwanted, lawful removal or exclusion is the correct approach.
No. There is no proven lizard repellent that works reliably. Reducing shelter, insects and access points is far more effective.
Lizards are most active during spring and summer, particularly in warm, sunny weather. Activity often increases when insects are abundant.
Repeated sightings usually mean:
- Good shelter (rocks, timber, dense vegetation)
- Food sources (insects, fallen fruit, pet food)
- Warm surfaces like brick walls or paving
We can advise on reducing these attractants if it’s becoming a nuisance.
Yes. We provide reptile awareness sessions covering lizards and general wildlife behaviour for:
- Schools and childcare centres
- Construction and building sites
- Councils and community groups
These sessions are practical and sensible, not alarmist.
No. Keeping native lizards without the appropriate licence is illegal in NSW. Wild lizards should be left alone or managed by licensed professionals.
This is uncommon. If it happens:
- Clean the wound thoroughly
- Seek medical advice if swelling or infection occurs
Large lizards should not be handled by untrained people.
Yes. We regularly assist on construction and development sites with:
- Lizard and wildlife removal
- Practical site advice
- Toolbox talks and inductions