Groundhogs, also known as woodchucks or ground squirrels, are large, round mammals native to the Greater Pittsburgh area. If you notice signs of groundhog activity around your Fox Chapel home or business, it’s important to take action. While they may seem harmless, groundhogs can create costly property damage and dangerous hazards. Fortunately, the groundhog removal experts at Critter Control® of Pittsburgh are here to help.
Signs of Invasive Groundhogs
Groundhogs hibernate during the colder months, but they’re particularly active in the spring and fall. The critters burrow underground in search of food, destroying lawns, gardens, sprinkler systems and landscaping in the process. Here are a few signs groundhogs have infested your Fox Chapel property:
- Burrows: Burrows are the signature sign of a groundhog infestation. The entrance holes to their burrows are about a foot wide, but can be easy to miss and trip over. Burrows will likely have a pile of dirt next to their entrances.
- Tracks: Groundhogs are expert diggers with easily distinguishable tracks. Look in flower beds for tracks consisting of four clawed toes on the front and five toes on the back.
- Tunnels: If the ground in your backyard feels sunken, squishy or hollow, then there may be a series of groundhog tunnels underneath the surface that is compromising its integrity.
Groundhog burrows are a serious health hazard and can result in accidental falls and sprained or brokenbones. As soon as you notice signs of invasive groundhogs, call the pros at Critter Control® of Pittsburgh.
The Dangers of DIY Groundhog Removal
DIY groundhog removal may feel like your best option, but it can sometimes cause more problems than it solves. Attempting to remove a groundhog without the proper tools, training and safety equipment, puts your own safety at risk. While groundhogs are normally docile animals, they may bite or scratch if they feel threatened. Instead of trying to do it yourself, leave the groundhog removal to the experts.
Rely on Safe and Professional Fox Chapel Groundhog Removal Services
Critter Control® of Pittsburgh uses humane removal practices that ensure efficient and effective removal. Our four-step process includes:
- Inspection: Our groundhog removal expert will conduct a thorough walkthrough of your property’s exterior to determine the size and extent of the problem.
- Removal: Using live traps and eco-friendly repellents, we’ll remove all nuisance groundhogs from your property.
- Restoration: Any property damage caused by the groundhogs is restored.
- Prevention: We’ll install exclusionary methods to ensure groundhogs won’t return.
The experienced groundhog removal technicians at Critter Control® of Pittsburgh will quickly and safely remove nuisance groundhogs and other invasive wildlife from your Fox Chapel property and keep them from returning. To schedule your inspection and receive a free estimate for our fast and efficient groundhog removal services, call Critter Control® of Pittsburgh today at 412-767-4067.
