{"id":11729,"date":"2024-07-04T02:20:50","date_gmt":"2024-07-04T02:20:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/topat10.com\/?p=11729"},"modified":"2024-07-04T02:20:50","modified_gmt":"2024-07-04T02:20:50","slug":"how-to-get-rid-of-gophers-a-5-step-gopher-removal-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/topat10.com\/?p=11729","title":{"rendered":"How To Get Rid of Gophers (A 5-Step Gopher Removal Guide)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>Gophers on your property can cause untold amounts of damage to your yard, crops, landscaping, and flower beds. If you\u2019re looking to kick these <a href=\"https:\/\/todayshomeowner.com\/pest-control\/video\/how-to-control-common-pests-in-your-yard\/\">common yard pests<\/a> to the curb, there are five simple ways to get rid of gophers: <strong>you can shoot them, trap them, poison them, repel them, or fumigate them.<\/strong> Read on to learn more about each method and find out which one will work best for your home.<\/p>\n<p>However, if trying to get rid of gophers on your own becomes too challenging, I recommend contacting an exterminator like <a href=\"https:\/\/todayshomeowner.com\/pest-control\/reviews\/orkin-reviews\/\">Orkin<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/todayshomeowner.com\/pest-control\/reviews\/terminix-reviews\/\">Terminix<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/todayshomeowner.com\/pest-control\/reviews\/aptive-environmental\/\">Aptive<\/a>. These exterminators use traps, baits, and other chemically treated solutions that are often more effective than standard <a href=\"https:\/\/todayshomeowner.com\/pest-control\/guides\/diy-pest-control\/\">DIY pest control methods<\/a>. 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class=\"gb-headline-text\">30-day money-back guarantee<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><a class=\"gb-button gb-button-492a1eb4 provider-button gb-button-text\" href=\"https:\/\/todayshomeowner.com\/go\/orkin-pest-control\/?subid=other-tho\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong><strong><strong>GET ESTIMATE<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-e94c925b border-dash\">\n<p><strong><strong>Limited Time<\/strong><\/strong>:<\/p>\n<p>$50 Off First Service (GET50)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-attracts-gophers\">What Attracts Gophers?<\/h2>\n<p>Like all animals, gophers are always looking for water, food, and shelter. When it comes to food sources, gophers are herbivores, meaning they mainly eat plants. They like to eat alfalfa, dandelions, weeds, bulbs, shrubs, trees, certain vegetables, and even overgrown lawns, so they\u2019re notorious for invading vegetable gardens. They seek out plants with big roots that they can feed on, so if you have any of their favorite foods growing in your backyard, there\u2019s a good chance they\u2019ll find their way onto your property.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-can-i-keep-gophers-off-my-property\">How Can I Keep Gophers off My Property?<\/h2>\n<p>If you want to keep gophers from even getting onto your property in the first place, you can use methods like habitat modification, fencing, and buffer strips to keep the critters out. Check out the chart below for more information on how to keep gophers away.<\/p>\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-cbb1d64a\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b6a19f5b gb-tabs\" data-opened-tab=\"1\">\n<p><button class=\"gb-button gb-button-adabc3a7 gb-button-text gb-tabs__button gb-block-is-current\"><strong>Habitat Modification<\/strong><\/button><\/p>\n<p><button class=\"gb-button gb-button-c2e411d6 gb-button-text gb-tabs__button\"><strong>Fencing<\/strong><\/button><\/p>\n<p><button class=\"gb-button gb-button-f8c63ec7 gb-button-text gb-tabs__button\"><strong>Buffer Strip<\/strong><\/button><\/p>\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-2e4faabe gb-tabs__items\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d249a59c gb-tabs__item gb-tabs__item-open\">\n<p>Put simply, habitat modification is the act of changing the way you grow the plants in your yard to make them less appealing to gophers. You can use habitat modification techniques, which include resistant crop varieties, crop rotation, and flood irrigation, to keep gophers off your land.<\/p>\n<p>Grain crops that have thin roots don\u2019t produce enough food for gophers to live year-round, so if you plant these kinds of crops, gophers won\u2019t be attracted to your yard. However, if you\u2019re unable to change your crops, this method won\u2019t work.<\/p>\n<p>Farmers can also incorporate crop rotation by planting alfalfa one season and then grain crops the next. This reduces the gophers\u2019 available food supply below the survival point. You can also use flood irrigation to fill their burrows with water. This forces gophers to either leave or drown.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-212c2d09 gb-tabs__item\">\n<p>Using fencing to keep gophers out of your property can be a simple and effective solution, but since gophers are subterranean, at least half the fence needs to be underground to keep them out.<\/p>\n<p>To install a gopher fence, first, dig a trench 18\u201324 inches deep. Then, place one-inch chicken wire (or wire mesh) down in it and leave one or two feet of wire above the ground. Next, shovel the dirt back in and tack the exposed wire to stakes to hold it upright. Stretch it tight, and your gopher fence is good to go.<\/p>\n<p>However, the time, expense, and labor involved in making a fence can be a big disadvantage to this method. If you\u2019re trying to protect an area much larger than a normal yard around a house, it\u2019ll probably be more hassle than it\u2019s worth.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-903f3c1b gb-tabs__item\">\n<p>A buffer strip is mainly a solution for keeping gophers out of large stretches of farmland, which involves planting a 50-foot strip of grains around the fields you want to protect. This buffer crop creates an unsuitable habitat around the field and discourages gophers from searching for food.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>One of the main DIY methods for gopher control is to spread coffee grounds around the perimeter of your home or around any plants you have in your yard. The same method can work with home items like castor oil, fish, mothballs, and even Tobasco sauce. Gophers are sensitive to smells, so spreading these scents around your property can help act as deterrents to keep them out of your garden.<\/p>\n<p>Likewise, you can also add repellant plants like rosemary, lavender, or salvia to your garden. Gophers usually come to your gardens in search of food, so if you plant herbs that are unappetizing to them, it can help keep them away.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-do-you-identify-gophers\">How Do You Identify Gophers?<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/todayshomeowner.com\/pest-control\/guides\/gopher-vs-mole\/\">Gophers and moles<\/a> can look very similar, but they have some key differences. The same goes for certain types of groundhogs and squirrels. If you\u2019re unsure whether gophers or another type of animal caused the infestation you have, there are two general methods for identifying these creatures: catching them and examining their mounds.<\/p>\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-afca0e7b\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-1c56b809 gb-tabs\" data-opened-tab=\"1\">\n<p><button class=\"gb-button gb-button-17da323c gb-button-text gb-tabs__button gb-block-is-current\"><strong>Catch And Compare<\/strong><\/button><\/p>\n<p><button class=\"gb-button gb-button-e2d05183 gb-button-text gb-tabs__button\"><strong>Examine Gopher Mounds<\/strong><\/button><\/p>\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-35cab131 gb-tabs__items\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-adb3adbb gb-tabs__item gb-tabs__item-open\">\n<p>The first way to identify gophers is by catching a specimen and comparing it to pictures on an online database. However, this can be extremely difficult. The advantage is that you\u2019ll know exactly what animal you\u2019re dealing with. The disadvantage is that it takes time and effort to trap one of them.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-a057eaf3 gb-tabs__item\">\n<p>The second way to identify a gopher\u2019s presence takes a more distanced approach. Instead of catching a gopher, you examine the mounds of dirt they leave in your yard.<\/p>\n<p>Gopher mounds have a very distinct look. While <a href=\"https:\/\/ucanr.edu\/sites\/UrbanAg\/files\/268436.pdf\">ground squirrels live in underground burrows<\/a>, they don\u2019t make mounds the way gophers do. Moles will make mounds, but they look nothing like gopher mounds. Also, moles tunnel just under the surface of the ground, leaving clearly visible \u201cruns\u201d all over the ground.<\/p>\n<p>Gopher mounds are semi-circular or horseshoe-shaped. As a gopher digs down into the ground, they push the dirt up behind them with their back legs and tail. It creates a unique shape that\u2019s easy to identify. You can view examples of mounds from different <a href=\"https:\/\/ucanr.edu\/blogs\/blogcore\/postdetail.cfm?postnum=21028&amp;email=yes\">burrowing pests in the garden<\/a> online.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-so-what-are-some-gopher-removal-methods\">So, What Are Some Gopher Removal Methods?<\/h2>\n<p>Like any backyard pest, there\u2019s more than one way to get rid of them. Gophers may be tricky to remove from your property, but the following methods are some of the best-proven ways to get rid of gophers.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-1-shoot-them\">Method 1: Shoot Them<\/h2>\n<p>This is the least effective method, and if you live within city limits, you could even face legal problems. Most towns and cities have strict laws about discharging weapons inside the city limits, especially at night. If you want to sit up at night with a flashlight and a rifle, I suggest you check with the police first.<\/p>\n<p>The researchers at the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.uwyo.edu\/barnbackyard\/_files\/documents\/magazine\/2006\/fall\/gophers-fall-barnyards-2006.pdf\">University of Wyoming<\/a> agree that shooting gophers is largely a waste of time, especially if there are more than one or two of them in your yard.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-2-trap-them\">Method 2: Trap Them<\/h2>\n<p>Trapping is a time-honored method of catching and killing animals of all shapes and sizes. Most mole and gopher traps will do the job, provided you follow some simple steps.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Determine the direction of the tunnel system<\/li>\n<li>Open the tunnel several feet from the opening<\/li>\n<li>Put two traps back-to-back in the tunnel<\/li>\n<li>Cover them up<\/li>\n<li>Cover the main opening to the tunnel<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>When the tunnel opening is closed off, the airflow will stop, prompting the gopher to investigate what happened, and they\u2019ll run right into the traps.<\/p>\n<p>The downside of using traps is that you have to clean blood and gore off the traps after each use. Sometimes, the traps don\u2019t finish killing the gophers completely, and you\u2019ll have to do it yourself. <strong>If you\u2019re squeamish, this method isn\u2019t for you.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>However, you can also do live trapping, where you catch the gophers and release them in another area. This is difficult, especially for beginners, but it can be a more humane way to deal with gophers.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-3-bait-and-poison-them\">Method 3: Bait and Poison Them<\/h2>\n<p>Baiting is another method with a long, proven track record. There are all kinds of good baits on the market, but check out our guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/todayshomeowner.com\/pest-control\/reviews\/best-gopher-baits\/\">the best gopher baits<\/a> to find out which one is best for you. Gopher bait already contains some poison, but you can pair it with an additional poison for an extra lethal combination. Check out our guide on the <a href=\"https:\/\/todayshomeowner.com\/pest-control\/reviews\/best-gopher-poison\/\">best gopher poisons<\/a> for more information on how to get the most out of your bait and poison.<\/p>\n<p>There are two main kinds of gopher bait: block baits and granular baits. For using block baits, push the bait into the opening of the tunnel and then seal up their burrow so the gopher will have to come back to open it up and encounter the bait.<\/p>\n<p>For granular baits, poke a hole into the tunnel several feet from the opening. Then, pour some granules in and close the hole. Next, cover up the main opening, prompting the gopher to come and see what the problem is.<\/p>\n<p>The downside with baits is that you never see the bodies, so it\u2019s hard to tell when they die. Still, you won\u2019t have to dispose of dead gophers, so that\u2019s a plus. You can also save money on <a href=\"https:\/\/todayshomeowner.com\/pest-control\/cost\/how-much-does-an-exterminator-cost\/\">exterminator costs<\/a>, so it\u2019s a more budget-friendly method.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-4-repel-them\">Method 4: Repel Them<\/h2>\n<p>There are two kinds of repellents for gophers: sonic repellents and chemical repellents. Both of them are humane ways to handle gopher activity, but neither of these methods are foolproof.<\/p>\n<p>Sonic repellents typically consist of a stake that you bury six inches in the ground. On top is a solar panel that charges the batteries that run the device. The stake emits a 400 to 1,000 Hz low-frequency sound at set intervals, usually 25 to 30 seconds, which annoys the gopher (and sometimes humans). The effective radius for each stake varies between 70 and 80 feet in diameter, depending on the model.<\/p>\n<p>Chemical repellents consist of granules or pellets made of a material that smells and tastes bad to gophers. Castor oil is a popular choice and can be effective in keeping gophers away. To use these repellants, spread them around your property with a spray bottle, then put a spoonful down the main opening of each mound in the affected area.<\/p>\n<p>These granules are usually water-activated, so you\u2019ll have to water the area when you\u2019re done spreading the granules. You\u2019ll also have to pour some water down the gopher holes you put the granules in. Be sure to reapply after heavy rain.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-5-fumigate-them\">Method 5: Fumigate Them<\/h2>\n<p>Fumigation is a simple but time-consuming way to get rid of gophers. First, purchase a gopher gas cartridge online or from your local hardware store. Then, light the cartridge and insert it deeply into the open of a gopher mound. Next, close the opening as tightly as possible to trap the gas inside. Finally, examine the ground carefully and press the soil down in any areas where the smoke is escaping.<\/p>\n<p>If the gopher is in the mound when you light the cartridge, he\u2019ll probably die in about two minutes. However, according to the <a href=\"https:\/\/ipm.ucanr.edu\/m\/pn7433-4.html\">University of California Integrated Pest Management<\/a>, fumigation methods aren\u2019t always helpful because gophers can quickly seal off their burrows when they detect smoke or gas. Take this into account when using these methods. <\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-final-thoughts-on-gopher-removal\">Final Thoughts on Gopher Removal<\/h2>\n<p>All of the methods listed above will either kill gophers or chase them away, but none of them are foolproof. <strong>Most pest control technicians agree that a combination of methods is the best way to handle a gopher problem. <\/strong>The specific combination you\u2019ll use will depend on the size of the area you\u2019re trying to protect.<\/p>\n<p>For the average homeowner, the best combination for handling gophers is a mix of bait and repellents. The repellents will discourage the gophers from staying in the area, and the bait will kill the stubborn ones that do. Other combinations will also work, so you can experiment to see what works best for your situation. <\/p>\n<p>Still, if you think you might need professional help with your gopher problem, you can always hire a pest control service. 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