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Gopher Control

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Gopher Removal Strategies

A gopher burrow is identified by the large mound of dirt that sits above the tunnel. If you have come across one of these burrows on your property, you may have an issue with gophers. If you do, it is time to call the experts at Trutech to solve your problem the right way. Our team of licensed wildlife management specialists have the tools, knowledge, and skills that it takes to perform an effective gopher control or gopher removal on your property. At Trutech, we value the lives of all animals, big or small. That is why we only implement humane trapping and removal techniques. If you have a problem with gophers on your property, the time to solve this problem is now. Call in a team of experts and specialists at Trutech to perform humane and efficient gopher removal and gopher control services.

Our gopher removal and gopher control services are guaranteed to help you regain your peace of mind and your yard. At Trutech, we are confident that our specialists have what it takes to create a solution that works for you, your family and your property. Don’t wait too long to call Trutech- gopher tunnels can reach up to 6 feet deep!

Gopher Problem

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Signs a Gopher is on your property

Gophers are small burrowing rodents native to many parts of North and Central America. These creatures have cheek pouches where they can store nuts and other vegetation in their mouths. Unlike similar rodents, gophers do not hibernate during the winter, meaning that they are active all year wrong. Gophers create their homes inside burrows in the ground that consist of a series of tunnels. These tunnels can be used for storing food or moving from one place to another.

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Dangers of Gopher

Gophers damage lawns and gardens with their burrowing and dietary habits. Both large-scale irrigation and small sprinkler systems can be rendered ineffective by the rodents. Some species of gophers are also disliked for their readiness to kill conifer seedlings and saplings by eating the roots of the trees.

Humane Gopher Removal & Control Strategies

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Entry into property

Individuals should not expect to see gophers inside buildings, though they may take up residence in lawns with appropriately textured dirt. Soils that are loose and frequently watered attract them, while hardened and thick clay-like soil repels the pests. Property owners usually become aware of infestations when they encounter gopher mounds left over from burrowing, which usually have distinctive crescent shapes. These mounds are plugged to keep intruders out and measure about 10 inches across.

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Trapping & Removal

Trapping takes time and money and can result in failure if not done by professionals. Trutech gopher removal experts should be called to take care of any existing problems. Our detailed assessment of properties ensures all existing gophers are removed before we finish. Trutech associates ensure pest problems are treated with the best possible care.

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Prevention & Exclusion

Shrubs or trees of particular interest can be protected from gophers by employing underground fencing. However, this method of control is expensive. More cost effective measures involve habitat modifications that remove viable shelters, food, and water sources.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Many animals leave holes in your yard. Gopher holes span 12 to 24 inches in diameter and are telltale signs of infestation. They are typically surrounded by mounds of dirt that resemble crescent moons and may appear to be plugged, though gophers use them regularly to enter and exit their underground burrows. When gopher infestations are present, property owners will find several holes accompanied by moon-shaped mounds around yards.

Landscape damage is the most apparent problem associated with gopher holes in lawns, as the mounds hinder upkeep and kill vegetation. The pests’ diet also cause issues since they feed on various garden crops, shrubs, and trees. Additionally, as gophers must constantly gnaw to keep their teeth at a manageable length, they may damage expensive water lines and sprinkler systems imbedded in the ground.

There are a number of ways to prevent the pests from foraging through backyards, including fences and barriers. Unfortunately, these gopher deterrents are usually ineffective since the rodents can burrow beneath obstacles.

Though there are some ways to deter these pests, there are no registered gopher repellents. Property owners can try moth crystals and noise devices, but neither has been proven to work.

Gophers gain access to gardens by digging expansive burrows underneath fencing or simply wandering onto personal property. The pests use the gardens as sources of food, as they typically contain their favorite meals. Gophers forage for the roots and bulbs of flowers, vegetables, fruits, and other domesticated plants.

Gophers thrive in a variety of soil types, including the dirt found in yards. They create burrows underground where they then spend much of their time. As such, property owners rarely see adult gophers, even when infestations are present in yards. Instead, individuals will notice mounds of displaced dirt, typically shaped like horseshoes, around burrow entrances. On rare occasions, property owners may also spot gophers feeding along the edges of these openings.

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