We Stop Ground Squirrels Before They Damage Your Yard
Are you noticing any of these signs?
- Fresh dirt mounds appearing in your lawn or garden
- Chewed drip lines or damaged sprinklers
- New holes are forming near patios, walkways, or foundations
These are clear signs of California ground squirrel activity, and the longer you wait, the worse the damage becomes.
If left unchecked, ground squirrels can undermine your foundation, destroy irrigation systems, and create hazardous burrows across your property.
At Smith’s Pest Management, we use proven methods to stop ground squirrels from tearing up Emeryville yards and landscapes.
Seeing signs of ground squirrel damage? Don’t wait! Call now: (408) 871-6988
Our Humane Ground Squirrel Control Process
Since 2009, Smith’s Pest Management has been the Bay Area’s trusted choice for ground squirrel control, serving Emeryville and communities across Alameda County.
Here’s how we take care of the problem from start to finish:
1
Comprehensive Property Inspection
Our licensed professionals carefully inspect your Emeryville property to locate burrows, entry points, and signs of damage.
Based on what we find, we create a customized elimination plan designed for your property’s needs.
2
Targeted Population Control
Using professional-grade equipment and proven methods unavailable to homeowners, we treat the entire colony, not just a few squirrels.
This approach tackles the problem at its source while keeping your family, pets, and landscape safe.
3
Safe, Eco-Friendly Solutions
All of our methods are chosen with safety and the environment in mind. We’re committed to eco-conscious pest control that delivers lasting results without excessive chemicals.
4
Follow-Up & Long-Term Prevention
We don’t just remove the current infestation. We also provide recommendations for exclusion and habitat modification, so ground squirrels are less likely to return.
Our Ground Squirrel Control Methods
Why Choose Smith’s for Ground Squirrel Control in Emeryville?
Local experts proudly serving Emeryville, Alameda County, and the entire Bay Area.
Licensed and certified professionals with more than 15 years of experience
Humane, eco-friendly methods that meet all California regulations
Customized programs for Emeryville homes, HOAs, schools, parks, golf courses, farms, and commercial properties
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Our Service Area
We proudly serve the entire Emeryville and its key neighborhoods, including:
- Emeryville North
- Emery Bay Village
- The Triangle
- Bayfront and Peninsula
- North Bayfront
- Park Avenue
- North Hollis
At Smith’s, Your Ground Squirrel Problem Stops Here!
Ground squirrels reproduce fast, and the longer they’re left alone, the more costly and difficult the damage is to fix.
Don’t let them keep tearing up your lawn, irrigation, or foundation.
Contact Smith’s Pest Management today for expert, eco-friendly ground squirrel control in Emeryville: (408) 871-6988
FAQ
Ground squirrels can:
- Undermine home and building foundations
- Destroy lawns, gardens, and landscaping
- Chew through irrigation lines and sprinkler systems
- Strip bark and kill young trees
- Create dangerous trip hazards with burrow holes
- Damage crops, vineyards, and orchards
In Emeryville and across Alameda County, large infestations can cause tens of thousands of dollars in damage each year.
Yes. Property owners and tenants can legally trap ground squirrels on their own property without a license.
By law, any ground squirrels trapped must be either:
- Humanely euthanized on-site, or
- Released at the same capture location
Relocating them to another site is illegal without a special permit.
Because of these strict rules, many Emeryville homeowners choose to work with licensed professionals like Smith’s Pest Management to ensure everything is handled legally and humanely.
The cost depends on your property size and the severity of the infestation.
Smith’s offers flat-rate monthly programs with automatic traps, giving Emeryville homeowners predictable and affordable year-round protection.
Yes. Ground squirrels reproduce quickly (5–8 babies per litter) and remain active year-round in Emeryville’s mild climate.
Ongoing control is the only way to prevent them from coming back.
That’s why many Emeryville homeowners, HOAs, and schools rely on Smith’s automatic trapping program.
- Ground squirrels: Build open burrow entrances, live in colonies, and are often seen running above ground.
- Gophers: Create crescent-shaped dirt mounds, live alone in sealed tunnels, and rarely appear above ground.
Ground squirrels are clever and resilient, making them difficult to control without professional help. Common problems include:
- Store-bought traps only catch a few while the colony keeps expanding
- Poison baits pose risks to kids, pets, and wildlife
- Repellents and deterrents only work temporarily
- Flooding burrows doesn’t succeed because their tunnel systems are long and complex, often with multiple exits
Ground squirrels can build underground networks stretching 30 feet or more.
Without the right equipment and expertise, eliminating an entire colony is nearly impossible.