Get Rid of Gophers in Pleasant Hill
Are you seeing…
- New dirt mounds appearing in your yard overnight?
- Plants mysteriously disappearing from below ground?
- Uneven, squishy spots when you step on the grass?
- Tunnels weaving through your garden beds?
- Drip lines destroyed or roots chewed through?
If any of that sounds familiar, you likely have a gopher problem.
These pests can cause serious damage. They feed on roots, kill off your plants, wreck your lawn, and bite through irrigation systems. And once they start, they don’t stop on their own.
At Smith’s Pest Management, we help Pleasant Hill homeowners get rid of gophers safely and effectively.
We serve all zip codes in the area, including 94523 and nearby communities.
We never rely on poison or guesswork. Just tested, humane methods that get results, without putting your kids, pets, or the environment at risk.
Call us for a quote: (925) 318-7213
Our Gopher Control & Removal Services in Pleasant Hill, CA
For Homes
Gophers tearing up your yard or garden? We can handle it.
Our team uses expert trapping and eco-conscious techniques to safely remove gophers.
For Businesses
We provide gopher control for commercial properties throughout Pleasant Hill, including HOAs, schools, parks, golf courses, vineyards, and more.
Year-Round Gopher Protection
Looking for consistent protection and no surprises? Our year-round gopher control program delivers peace of mind.
We inspect your property monthly, reset traps, and monitor activity to stay ahead of gopher issues, so you don’t wake up to a ruined lawn.
One flat rate. No hidden fees. Just dependable, all-year service.
Alternative Gopher Control Options
Our carbon dioxide treatment offers a humane, non-toxic solution that’s fully approved under California’s Healthy Schools Act.
This method fills active tunnels with CO₂ to safely remove gophers, perfect for playgrounds, parks, schools, and child care centers in Pleasant Hill.
How Gophers Can Damage Your Property in Pleasant Hill
Damage to Homes & Yards
When gophers tunnel through your property, here’s what you might see:
- Ruined Lawns: Those new dirt piles? Just the beginning. Gophers destroy turf from underneath, leaving behind bumpy, uneven, and spongy areas.
- Wrecked Gardens: From vegetables and flowers to bulbs and bushes, gophers will eat just about anything that grows.
- Unstable Ground: Their tunnels loosen the soil, creating soft spots that can become tripping hazards.
- Broken Irrigation Lines: Gophers often chew through drip systems and sprinkler lines, wasting water and racking up repair costs.
Damage to Commercial & Larger Properties
The more space you have, the more room gophers have to cause damage. We see it across Pleasant Hill, from school campuses to parks and business complexes.
- Trip Hazards & Safety Concerns: Gopher holes are a liability for staff, guests, and children in outdoor areas.
- Landscape & Plant Loss: Gophers can destroy young trees, flower beds, and professionally maintained landscapes.
- Structural Damage: Their tunnels can weaken sidewalks, walking paths, and even foundations over time.
- Turf Destruction: Athletic fields, playgrounds, and golf course greens can be torn up in just a few weeks.
If gophers are starting to appear on your property, it’s best to act before the damage spreads.
Call Smith’s Pest Management at (925) 318-7213 to request a quote.
How We Get Rid of Gophers in Pleasant Hill
We hear from Pleasant Hill homeowners all the time who’ve tried it all – baits, sound machines, high-tech gadgets – only to find new mounds in the morning.
At Smith’s Pest Management, we’ve spent years perfecting gopher removal, and we stick with what actually gets results.
Here’s our process:
1
Locate Active Tunnels
We begin by identifying the newest, most active tunnels, usually easy to spot by fresh dirt piles.
Once found, we carefully open the tunnel and set heavy-duty, American-made stainless steel traps right in the gopher’s path.
2
Mark and Monitor
We then cover the openings and flag each trap site with a small marker so we can monitor activity without disturbing your yard.
We use traps because they’re effective and safe for children, pets, and local wildlife.
3
Remove and Repeat
A few days later, we return to check the traps and remove any gophers caught.
Still noticing fresh activity? No worries. We’ll reset and repeat until your property is completely gopher-free.
Our Service Area
We’re proud to provide gopher control services throughout Pleasant Hill and the surrounding Contra Costa County, including:
- Woodside Meadows
- Grayson Woods
- Hillsdale
- Valhalla
- Gregory Gardens
- Poet’s Corner
Whether you’re near the Walnut Creek border, close to Diablo Valley College, or in a quiet residential street, we’ve got your property covered.
FAQ
Look for crescent- or fan-shaped dirt mounds with no visible hole in the center – this is the clearest sign.
You might also see wilting plants, soft or uneven soil, or random low spots in your lawn.
If there’s more than one mound, there’s likely an active gopher tunnel system right below the surface.
Pricing depends on the size of your yard and how widespread the issue is.
Give us a call for a fast quote – we’ll assess the situation and provide a straightforward estimate.
Compared to the cost of fixing gopher damage, hiring a professional is almost always the more cost-effective (and stress-free) choice.
Pleasant Hill has loose, well-aerated soil – perfect for tunneling.
Our moderate climate keeps gophers busy year-round, and the area’s abundance of gardens, lawns, and green space gives them plenty of food and room to dig.
Yes, gophers stay active through all seasons.
They may dig deeper in colder months, but they never hibernate.
We see the most surface activity in spring and fall, but even in winter or during rain, we’re out trapping gophers every week.
No, gophers aren’t a protected species in California.
That said, the methods you use to control them do matter—especially poisons, which are tightly regulated.
To stay within the law and avoid harming pets or wildlife, it’s safest to hire a licensed professional.
Gophers typically dig in the early morning and late afternoon.
That said, they can be active at any time, especially if they’re hungry. We’ve trapped gophers at all hours of the day.
Don’t Let Gophers Take Over! Turn to Smith’s!
From shredded plants and damaged irrigation to sunken soil and bumpy lawns, gopher damage can escalate quickly.
At Smith’s Pest Management, we provide eco-conscious pest control services for homes, schools, commercial properties, and large landscapes across Pleasant Hill and the entire Bay Area.
Our goal? Put an end to the digging, safeguard your property, and do it all without relying on toxic chemicals.
Call us today for a quote: (925) 318-7213
