Gopher Control

Gopher Control in Walnut Creek

Mighty Men Pest Control serves all of the Bay Area, as well as Napa Valley, Pleasanton, & the surrounding areas. Your pest extermination and elimination needs are always well met when you call on us.

And yes, the service includes getting rid of pesky gophers. Why shouldn’t it? After all, these creatures dig huge burrows under the lawn, which gives them secret access to the foods they like most: vegetables.

And where do they get those veggies? Your garden is a good spot. They love roots and leaves and bulbs. You don’t need this kind of destruction in your life.

Gopher Facts

Might Men Pest Control has been putting an end to gopher invasions for years. Let’s get to know a little more about this fiendish beast.

Gophers are burrowing rodents that are common in the western United States.
They have large, powerful front teeth for chewing and digging.
Gophers can tunnel underground at a rate of 15 feet per hour.
Their burrows can be up to 3 feet wide and 6 feet deep.
Gophers typically eat plant roots and leaves, but can also eat small insects and animals.

Gophers are often confused with moles, but there are distinct differences. Moles are smaller than gophers and do not have large, powerful front teeth. Moles also do not typically eat plants; rather, they are carnivorous in nature.

If you think you have a gopher problem, Mighty Men Pest Control is here to help. We will inspect your property and come up with a customized plan to get rid of the gophers for good. Contact us today to get started.

What Are Some Signs I Have Gophers?

There are several signs that you may have gophers on your property:

You see small holes in the ground that are approximately 2 inches in diameter.
Trails of loose dirt lead away from the holes.
Damaged or wilted plants.
Mounds of dirt near plants or in the middle of your lawn.

If you live in the area and see any of these signs, it’s time to call Mighty Men Pest Control. We will come out to your property and inspect for gophers. If we find them, we will put an end to their destruction.

Will You Have To Blow Things Up Like In Caddyshack?

The short answer is no, we will not have to blow things up like in Caddyshack. Carl Spackler doesn’t work here. And most gophers we’ve seen are terrible dancers.

Mighty Men Pest Control uses a variety of methods to get rid of gophers, depending on the severity of the infestation. In some cases, we may need to use traps or poisons. In other cases, we may need to physically remove the gophers from your property.

Whatever the case may be, rest assured that we will get rid of the gophers in a safe and effective manner. No dynamite required.

How Much Damage Can A Gopher Really Do?

A gopher can do a lot of damage to your property if left unchecked.

As we mentioned earlier, gophers love to eat plant roots and leaves. This can destroy your garden or landscaping. Gophers can also damage irrigation systems and other underground utilities.

Finally, gophers can create trip hazards with their burrows. This one isn’t addressed much but it’s true. Aside from being lumpy, gopher burrows make your lawn soft to walk on. Your feet sink in and before you know it, you’re stumbling toward a bad fall.

So what’s the bottom line? Gophers are destructive pests that can cause a lot of damage to your property. If you see signs of gophers, give us a call and we’ll take care of the problem.

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Keeping Gophers Out Of Your Garden

In the meantime, there are a few things you can do to keep gophers out of your garden:

Use raised beds. This will make it more difficult for gophers to access your plants.
Cover the ground with wire mesh. This will prevent gophers from burrowing into your garden.
Plant gopher-resistant plants. Some plants that gophers don’t like include:
1. Daffodils
2. Foxgloves
3. Fritillaries
4. Iris
Use traps. This is a more hands-on approach, but it can be effective in getting rid of gophers.

If gophers are overwhelming your yard–and your sanity–Mighty Men Pest Control is here to help. Should the above techniques prove unsuccessful, pick up the phone and give us a call.

Our courteous and efficient staff is on hand six days a week to put an end to all of your gopher troubles.

Friendly Service With Professional Results

At Mighty Men Pest Control, we pride ourselves on providing friendly service with professional results. When you call us, you’ll talk to a live person, not an automated machine.

We’ll take down your information and get one or more of our professionally trained staff members to your site fast.

Once on-site, our staff will thoroughly inspect your property for gophers. We’ll then put together a customized plan to get rid of the pests quickly and efficiently. Then we’ll provide tips to keep these critters away for good.

Serving All Of The Bay Area and Napa Valley

Mighty Men Pest Control is a locally owned and operated company serving all of the Bay Area, including Napa Valley, Pleasanton, and everywhere in between! We have been in business for many years and have helped countless homeowners and businesses get rid of pests.

If you’re dealing with gophers, give us a call today. We’ll be happy to answer your questions and put together a plan to get them out of your garden.

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Mighty Men Pest Control: Walnut Creek’s Top Choice For Gopher Removal

When it comes to gopher removal, Mighty Men Pest Control is the Walnut Creek’s top choice. We have decades of experience and our professionally trained staff is second to none.

We understand that dealing with gophers can be difficult and frustrating. That’s why we’re here to help. We’ll work quickly and efficiently to get rid of the pests and help you keep them away for good.

Right away you’ll recognize our professionalism. We get straight to work attacking your problem. Gophers are most active during spring and fall. Their burrowing can damage utility pipes and underground cables. If left unchecked, one gopher can create over 100 mounds in a single year.

Mighty Men Pest Control puts a stop to gopher infestations in the Bay Area & throughout Napa Valley. If you suspect problems in your yard, call us today at (925) 204-2455.

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