Get Rid of Gophers in Lafayette
Are you noticing…
- Cone-shaped mounds of fresh soil in your yard?
- Plants disappearing or dying from below?
- Mysterious underground tunnels throughout your lawn?
- Damaged roots and bulbs in your garden?
- Suddenly unstable ground when you walk?
If so, you might be dealing with a gopher problem. If left unchecked, gophers will multiply, wreck your landscaping, and turn your yard into a mess.
At Smith’s Pest Management, we specialize in effective, non-toxic, eco-friendly gopher control services for homes and businesses throughout Lafayette (zip code 94549).
We use humane methods to remove gophers whenever possible, helping you reclaim your yard and stop the damage.
If gophers are destroying your lawn, give us a call today! (408) 871-6988
Our Gopher Control Services in Lafayette, CA
Annual Gopher Program
Want year-round protection from gophers? Our annual gopher control program is the best way to keep your property gopher-free.
For a flat monthly rate, a licensed technician will service your property every month, checking traps and re-baiting as needed to stop gophers before they cause serious damage.
Residential Gopher Control
Our residential gopher control services are designed to protect your yard, landscaping, and outdoor spaces from these burrowing pests.
Whether you’re dealing with an active infestation or want to prevent future damage, we offer customized trapping and treatment solutions to fit your needs.
We use proven, eco-friendly methods to remove gophers safely and effectively—without relying on harmful poisons.
Commercial Gopher Control
Own or manage a commercial property? We’ve got you covered.
We provide gopher trapping and carbon dioxide treatment for businesses, golf courses, schools, vineyards, and other large properties in Lafayette.
With monthly service plans available, we’ll keep gophers under control and prevent costly property damage.
Alternative Gopher Control Options
If traditional trapping isn’t the right fit, we offer carbon dioxide gopher removal.
This method is effective, humane, and compliant with the Healthy School’s Act, making it a great option for schools and daycare centers.
A licensed pest control technician injects the gas into the gopher tunnels, eliminating them safely and efficiently.
Damage Gophers Cause to Residential & Commercial Properties
Gophers may be small, but the damage they cause can be big and expensive.
Whether you own a home, manage a commercial property, or maintain a large landscape, these burrowing pests can tear up your yard, weaken structures, and ruin plants in no time.
Residential Property Damage
If you’ve got gophers in your yard, you’ll likely notice:
- Lawn Destruction – Gophers leave behind unsightly mounds of dirt and can kill grass by feeding on roots.
- Garden & Landscape Damage – They chew through plant roots, shrubs, and trees, often destroying gardens and ornamental plants.
- Underground Tunnel Problems – Their extensive tunnels can cause soil erosion and create weak spots, making your yard uneven and hazardous.
- Irrigation Issues – Gophers can chew through drip lines, PVC pipes, and sprinkler systems, leading to costly repairs and water waste.
Commercial Property Damage
For businesses, golf courses, parks, and other large properties, gopher damage can be even more severe:
- Liability Risks – Gopher tunnels create trip hazards, posing risks for visitors, employees, and customers.
- Agricultural & Vineyard Losses – Gophers can wipe out crops, kill young trees, and damage vineyards, resulting in major financial losses.
- Infrastructure Damage – Their burrowing can weaken sidewalks, driveways, and foundations, leading to structural problems over time.
- Turf & Sports Field Destruction – On golf courses, sports fields, and parks, gopher tunnels and mounds can ruin playing surfaces and create dangerous conditions.
If gophers are wreaking havoc on your property, don’t wait until the damage gets worse.
Call Smith’s Pest Management at (408) 871-6988 for expert gopher control in Lafayette!
Our Gopher Trapping Process
We hear from plenty of frustrated homeowners and business owners who’ve had little success with other pest control companies.
Gopher removal requires specialized skills—trapping is far more effective than poison, plus it’s safer and eco-friendly. Our methods are even Healthy Schools Act exempt, making them ideal for homes, offices, and schools.
Here’s how we get rid of gophers:
1
Exposing the Gopher Tunnels
The first step is to locate and expose a section of the underground tunnel system. Our expert technicians will identify active tunnels and place USA-made, professional-grade stainless steel traps inside.
2
Marking the Trap Locations
Once the traps are set, we’ll carefully cover the holes and mark them with small flags for easy identification.
We prefer trapping over poison because it works faster, is more cost-effective, and doesn’t pose environmental risks.
3
Gopher Removal
A few days later, we’ll return to check the traps and remove any gophers caught. If necessary, we’ll reset traps until all gophers are gone.
Where We Service
At Smith’s Pest Management, we provide expert gopher control services throughout Lafayette, CA, including its key neighborhoods and surrounding areas:
- Lafayette Valley Estate
- Northridge
- Moraga Blvd
- Silver Dell
- Los Palos
- Springhill
- Stanley
FAQ
You might have gophers if you notice horseshoe or kidney bean-shaped dirt mounds (unlike moles, which create raised ridges and volcano-shaped mounds).
Other signs include patches of dried, flat dirt and plant damage, such as severed roots or plants mysteriously disappearing into the ground.
Gophers tend to create clusters of mounds in a small area, so if you see multiple, it’s likely an infestation.
The cost depends on the size of the infestation and other factors. For an accurate estimate, give us a call—we’ll provide a free, no-obligation quote.
The good news? Getting rid of gophers is much cheaper than repairing the damage they cause!
Lafayette’s climate and soil conditions make it prime real estate for gophers. The area’s loose, well-draining soil is perfect for burrowing, while the mild weather allows gophers to stay active year-round.
Plus, with plenty of lush lawns, gardens, and natural vegetation, there’s no shortage of food sources.
All of this makes Lafayette a hotspot for gopher activity—so if you’re dealing with them, you’re definitely not alone!
Gophers are active all year long, but you’ll see the most activity in spring and fall when conditions are ideal for digging.
In winter, gophers burrow deeper to stay warm, but they don’t hibernate—they’re still busy tunneling and foraging.
Even in heavy rain, we continue to trap active gophers throughout the colder months.
No, gophers are not protected by state or federal law.
However, California has strict regulations on certain pest control methods, so it’s important to check local guidelines before attempting gopher removal on your own.
Gophers are most active during cooler twilight hours—right after dawn and just before dusk—when they can dig and forage while avoiding predators and the heat.
That said, we’ve caught plenty of gophers in the middle of the day, so don’t be surprised if you see fresh mounds popping up at any time!
Jack J. - Santa Cruz, CA
