Get Rid of Gophers in Orinda
Are you noticing…
- Fresh, fan-shaped dirt mounds showing up overnight in your yard?
- Plants mysteriously dying or disappearing from below?
- Soft, uneven patches when you walk across the lawn?
- Tunnels weaving through your garden beds?
- Chewed roots or damaged irrigation lines?
If any of this sounds familiar, chances are you’ve got a gopher problem. These burrowing pests can quickly turn a beautiful yard into a torn-up mess—damaging plants, underground lines, and your landscaping.
At Smith’s Pest Management, we offer eco-friendly, non-toxic gopher control for homes and businesses in Orinda (zip code 94563).
We use smart, humane methods to get rid of gophers—without harsh chemicals.
Give us a call to get a quote today: (925) 318-7213
Our Professional Services
Residential Gopher Control
Tired of gophers tearing up your lawn or garden? Turn to Smith’s!
Our team combines expert trapping with eco-friendly methods to remove gophers safely—without putting your kids, pets, or wildlife at risk.
Commercial Gopher Control
We provide reliable gopher control for commercial sites like schools, vineyards, HOAs, golf courses, and more.
Our ongoing service options help you protect your property, avoid liability, and maintain the beauty of your landscaping.
Year-Round Gopher Protection
Need long-term peace of mind? Our annual gopher control program keeps your yard protected all year.
We stop by each month to inspect, reset traps, and stay ahead of any new activity—so you don’t have to stress about surprise damage.
One flat rate. No surprises. Just consistent protection.
Alternative Gopher Control Options
Prefer not to use traps? No problem.
We also offer carbon dioxide treatment—a humane, non-toxic solution approved under California’s Healthy Schools Act.
It works by filling active tunnels with CO₂ gas to safely and effectively eliminate gophers – perfect for schools, parks, and child care centers.
How Gophers Can Damage Your Property in Orinda
Damage to Homes & Yards
When gophers move into your yard, here’s what you might start seeing:
- Torn-Up Lawns: Those mounds of dirt are just the beginning. Gophers destroy grass from below, leaving soft, patchy, uneven spots.
- Wrecked Gardens: Roots, bulbs, veggies, shrubs—if it grows, it’s on the menu.
- Sunken or Unstable Ground: Their tunnel networks weaken the soil and can create dangerous trip spots.
- Irrigation Issues: Gophers chew through drip lines and sprinkler pipes, wasting water and racking up repair costs.
Damage to Commercial & Large Properties
When gophers invade your yard, you might notice:
- Torn-up Lawns: Those dirt piles are just the start—they also rip up grass from underneath.
- Ruined Gardens: Gophers munch through roots, veggies, bulbs, and shrubs like a buffet line.
- Sinking Ground: Their tunnels weaken the soil and create tripping hazards.
- Irrigation Damage: They chew through drip lines and sprinkler pipes, causing leaks and water waste.
If gophers are taking over your property, don’t wait until the damage gets worse.
Call Smith’s Pest Management today at (925) 318-7213 for quick, effective help.
How We Trap and Remove Gophers in Orinda
We hear from Orinda property owners all the time who’ve tried DIY fixes, baits, and gadgets—only to keep finding fresh mounds in the morning.
At Smith’s, we’ve been dealing with gophers for years, and we know what works.
We don’t use poisons or guesswork. Instead, we rely on proven, professional-grade trapping systems that are safer, faster, and far more effective.
Here’s how we do it:
1
Locate Active Tunnels
We start by finding the most recently used tunnels—usually easy to spot with fresh mounds nearby.
Once located, we carefully open the tunnel and set heavy-duty, American-made stainless steel traps in the right position for a clean, efficient catch.
2
Mark and Monitor
After placing the traps, we cover the holes and mark them with discreet flags so we can monitor activity without tearing up your yard.
We use traps because they deliver real results—without endangering pets, kids, or non-target wildlife.
3
Remove and Repeat
A few days later, we return to check the traps and remove any gophers we’ve caught.
If there’s still activity, we reset and do it again until your yard is completely gopher-free.
Serving Orinda and Surrounding Areas
We’re proud to provide pest control services throughout Orinda and nearby communities in the East Bay, including:
- Orinda Village
- Sleepy Hollow
- Glorietta
- Orindawoods
- Sundown Terrace
- Charles Hill
- Lost Valley
- Claremont
- Monterey Ter
- Overhill
Whether you’re near the Lafayette border or tucked into the hills by Highway 24, we’ve got your property covered.
FAQ
The biggest giveaway is crescent- or fan-shaped dirt mounds with no open hole in the center.
You might also notice plants mysteriously dying, soft or collapsed soil, or uneven spots in your lawn.
If you’re seeing more than one mound, chances are there’s an active gopher tunnel system underneath.
It really depends on the size of your property and how many gophers we’re dealing with.
Give us a call for a quick quote—we’ll assess your situation and give you an estimate.
Compared to the damage gophers can cause, removal is almost always the more affordable option.
Orinda’s loose, well-drained soil is perfect for tunneling, and our mild climate keeps gophers active year-round.
With lots of gardens, open space, and landscaping, they have plenty of food and room to dig.
Yes—they don’t hibernate. In winter, they dig deeper underground, but they’re still busy.
We usually see the most surface damage in spring and fall, when they’re closer to the topsoil.
Even during rainy or cold months, we’re still trapping gophers every week.
Nope—gophers aren’t protected, but how you deal with them matters. Some control methods, like poisons, are tightly regulated.
To stay safe and legal, it’s best to hire a licensed professional who knows the rules and the most effective approaches.
They usually do their digging early in the morning and around dusk, but can be active anytime they’re hungry.
We’ve trapped gophers at just about every hour of the day.
Gophers Tearing Up Your Orinda Property? We Can Help.
From chewed-up plants and damaged irrigation lines to lumpy lawns and caved-in garden beds, gopher damage can get out of hand fast.
At Smith’s Pest Management, we specialize in eco-friendly gopher control for homes, schools, businesses, and large properties across Orinda and the East Bay.
Our goal? Stop the digging, restore your landscape, and do it all without harsh chemicals.
Call us today for a quote: (408) 871-6988
