Groundhog
Damage
Burrowing underneath sheds, garage concrete slabs, and beneath a home’s foundation is the most prevalent issue with having groundhogs on the property and around the home. These extensive networks of tunnels beneath concrete cause severe weakening of the foundation and can be very destructive overtime. While burrowing and tunneling under the ground, chewing through buried lines is a potential problem. Groundhogs also cause a lot of damage to gardens and vegetation both by foregoing for food and burrowing beneath the roots.
Health Hazards
There are diseases transmitted by groundhogs through bites, fecal matter, as well as ticks residing within their fur. Rabies, Tularemia, and Lyme disease are among the most common diseases transmitted to humans and pets by groundhogs and can cause fever, attacks to the nervous system and if left untreated even death.
Our 3 step Process
Inspect
Exclude
Restore
Commonly Asked Questions
How big can a groundhog burrow be?
Groundhog burrows can be up to 100 feet long and they are about 6 feet deep under the surface. They are fast diggers that work nonstop to create their tunnels. Those tunnels include a food storage area, a nesting area, and a special area for hibernation during the winter.
how do i know if I have groudnhogs in my yard?
You might be able to notice some dead patches in your yard and some damaged plants. Groundhogs usually dig near fences, buildings or trees. You might also notice some mounds of dirt on your property which are the access points through which a groundhog will enter and exit its tunnels.
What does a groundhog mound look like?
Groundhogs can have up to six holes all around your property, usually near trees or fences, to help them access their burrows. These holes can be up to 10 or 12 inches in diameter, and they usually look like raised mounds of excavated dirt.
