Ground Squirrel Removal in The Bay Area
Ground squirrels are common in the Bay Area, and while they may look cute, their behavior can create major issues for homeowners, businesses, and agricultural landowners. Unlike tree squirrels, ground squirrels live in colonies underground. Their burrows stretch across wide areas, weakening soil and creating hazards. This tunneling activity can cause collapsed garden beds, damage foundations, and increase the risk of injury for pets and livestock that step into holes.
We specialize in humane and effective ground squirrel removal. We know how fast these pests can multiply, and we use targeted solutions to remove active colonies while preventing future infestations. Whether you’re protecting your home garden or an entire field, our team has the experience to get results.
What to Expect
- Property Inspection – We’ll walk your property to locate burrows, nesting areas, and feeding zones.
- Custom Removal Strategy – Depending on the severity, we may use live trapping, exclusion, or habitat modification to address the problem.
- Safety & Prevention – Because ground squirrels often return to familiar locations, we implement long-term deterrents and offer exclusion recommendations to make your property less attractive to them.
- Follow-Up Services – For ongoing issues, we can provide monitoring to ensure colonies do not repopulate your land.
What Damage Do Ground Squirrels Cause?
Ground squirrels can devastate yards, gardens, and farms. Their burrows undermine soil stability, damage irrigation systems, and kill plants by chewing on roots. In agricultural settings, infestations can lead to large-scale crop loss. Burrows also pose physical hazards, as they create holes that can cause people, pets, or livestock to trip or fall.
How Do Ground Squirrels Differ From Tree Squirrels?
Tree squirrels live above ground, nesting in trees and rarely digging burrows. Ground squirrels, however, create extensive underground colonies where dozens can live together. This makes them harder to manage than tree squirrels, since they can quickly repopulate an area even after some are removed.
How Do You Get Rid of Ground Squirrels for Good?
Eliminating ground squirrels often requires a multi-step approach. Removing their food sources, sealing entry points, and using professional exclusion or trapping methods is key. Because they reproduce quickly, ongoing monitoring and preventative services are often necessary to ensure they don’t come back.
Protect your property from destructive ground squirrels. Call Performance Pest Management today for ground squirrel removal you can rely on!
Areas We Service in The Bay Area
At Performance Pest Management, we proudly serve a wide range of communities across the Bay Area. From Pleasanton to Walnut Creek and beyond, our team is dedicated to providing reliable pest control and lawn care solutions tailored to the unique needs of each area. No matter where you are, you can count on us to keep your home or business pest-free and thriving.
