Do Gophers Hibernate in the Winter? The Answer Will Surprise You
Gophers are digging, intrusive pests that can wreak havoc on your lawn and garden. While people expect to see gophers during the summer, many believe that gophers go underground and sleep all winter long. So, is that true? Do gophers hibernate? This blog will answer that question and discuss how to protect your property from winter gopher predation. Let’s dive
A Complete Guide to Ground Squirrel Control for Bay Area Homeowners
California ground squirrels (Otospermophilus beecheyi) are small pests with brownish-gray fur, a light belly, and a bushy tail. They have small, round ears, dark eyes, and short legs. They love the Bay Area for its mild climate and access to open spaces. Unfortunately, they can destroy gardens and yards with their unsightly burrows. Plus, since they’re colony animals, if you
How to Get Rid of Yellowjackets in Your Yard: A Complete Guide [2026]
Yellowjackets are unwelcome visitors in any yard. These flying insects pack a painful sting, and their interest in your picnic table or frosty summer beverage is enough to make anyone squirm. Fortunately, you don’t have to live with troublesome yellowjackets forever. At Smith’s Pest Management, have helped San Francisco Bay Area customers eliminate yellowjackets in their homes and around their
How to Get Rid of Silverfish: 8 Effective Ways
Are you noticing odd, silvery insects crawling around at night? What are these creepy-crawlies? And how did they get into your house? There’s good news and bad news. The bad news is that you probably have a silverfish infestation. The good news is that you don’t have to live with it forever. Here at Smith’s Pest Management, our team addresses