Getting rid of groundhogs can be challenging due to their burrowing habits and persistence. Here are several methods you can try to manage and eliminate groundhogs from your property:
Eliminate Attractants: Remove any accessible food sources like vegetables, fruits, or plant debris in your yard. Groundhogs are drawn to gardens and compost piles, so secure these areas if possible.Install Fencing: Set up a sturdy fence around your garden or yard with buried edges at least 12 inches deep to prevent burrowing. Ensure the fence is at least 3-4 feet high and angled outward to deter climbing.Use Natural Groundhog Repellents: Sprinkle deterrents like Epsom salt, castor oil, garlic, or hot pepper around entry points and areas where groundhogs frequently visit. These odors are unpleasant for them.Place Motion-Activated Sprinklers or Lights: Motion sensors that trigger water sprays or lights can startle groundhogs and make your yard less appealing.Set Up Live Traps: Place humane live traps near burrow entrances and bait with fruits like cantaloupe. Once captured, relocate the groundhog at least 10 miles away, but check local wildlife regulations on trapping and relocating animals.Use Ammonia-Soaked Rags: Place rags soaked in ammonia near the burrow entrance to deter groundhogs, as they dislike the smell. Replace frequently to keep the scent strong.Fill in Abandoned Burrows: After the groundhog leaves, fill in any burrows with dirt or gravel to prevent other animals from moving in.Contact Pest Control Services: If the problem persists, consider contacting a professional pest control service that specializes in humane groundhog removal.Tired of using products and solutions that just don't do the job? Give us a call and let our groundhog control experts help quickly eliminate any type of pest or rodent.