Groundhogs can become problematic in Indianapolis when they invade residential, commercial, and agricultural areas. These problems in Indianapolis typically occur from late winter to early spring. This is when groundhogs emerge from hibernation and start seeking food and mates. During this time, they can cause damage to gardens and crops as they forage for vegetation.
However, it's important to note that groundhogs can still be problematic throughout the year, as they are active animals that continue to excavate burrows and feed on plants. While their activity may decrease during summer and fall, they can still cause damage to lawns and gardens during these seasons.
One of the main issues with groundhogs in Indianapolis is their ability to dig burrows and create large holes in the ground. These holes can be a safety hazard, especially when they are hidden by tall grass or vegetation, potentially causing accidents or injuries to people and animals. Additionally, groundhog burrows can destabilize the soil, leading to erosion and potential damage to the structural integrity of structures like buildings and fences.
Photos of Groundhog Damage in Indianapolis
Groundhog Control in Indianapolis
Live Traps
Sometimes, live trapping and relocation might be the only option. Place the traps in front of burrow entrances or in your garden. Bait them with apple slices, carrots, lettuce, sweet corn, or broccoli, then work the bottom of the trap into the earth. Check the groundhog trap often so the groundhog won’t get overly stressed out if it is captured. If you trap a groundhog, cover the trap with an old blanket while transporting it, so it doesn’t get stressed out. For release, drive at least 3 miles away from your house so it doesn’t find its way back.
Fumigation
This method should be a last resort. Fumigation entails buying a gas cartridge, igniting it, and placing it into the groundhog’s burrow, at which point the groundhog will be eliminated. Be sure to follow the instructions on the product’s label exactly, as these products are toxic. Also, it’s important to be sure that the groundhog is “home” when you actually carry out the fumigation. The best time to fumigate is the time between March and September, on cool, rainy days when the groundhog is not active.
Groundhogs can wreak a whole lot of havoc in your yard, and potentially even burrow under your house, which can cause a whole host of problems. As such, it’s important to deal with them promptly. While you might be able to handle the issue on your own, groundhogs can be aggressive and carry rabies, so we highly recommend contacting Critter Control to assess and address the situation.
Photos and insights provide by Hannah Fisher, wildlife sales consultant.
Testimonials
This company has been great. The technician Kensi was very through and checked everywhere to make sure all access points were found. After a skunk was found in the trap on a Saturday morning they came to pick it up very quickly.
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So when I went to have my insulation replaced I figured out that I had a critter problem that was beyond anything I was aware of. Not wanting to waste time I decided to call a professional and these guys were really good from day one. From the gentleman who gave the estimate to both of the guys that came out and did the work there was great communication and they were very effective at what they did. One little thing got missed and all it took was one text message and somebody was out the next day to take care of it. They always text me when they're on their way or going to be at the house and they let me know what they found along with photographs. My first thought when they gave me the quote was wow that was a lot of money and I didn't want to spend that much and now that I've had them do the service I feel like it's worth every penny and it's actually pretty damn reasonable considering the number of times that they come out and all the things that they do take care of.
I had an issue with squirrels getting into a small section of roofing without access from the attic or inside of the home. Critter control was a huge help in solving the issue, especially thanks to Brandon and Nate. Ended up catching 3 squirrels living in the roof plus they seal the entrance point after all is said and done. I would absolutely recommend critter control, Brandon and Nate did a stellar job.
Dominick was very friendly and he consistently put on his shoe covers each time he entered the house. He looked over every inch of the storage room where we thought the animal was and did a walk around the yard to see if there was evidence of entry. He was very thorough. He did not find any animal at that time. He said he would leave a trap and review the outside area of the house over the next week. It was the next day that the smell in our storage room indicated that the animal had died. We followed the small and discovered a dead bird in an open storage bin. I would highly recommend Dominick for 'Critter Control'.
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Great explanations regarding findings, friendly, quality work! Each encounter with their tech has been professional and educational.
your representative (Dominic) was very friendly and quickly removed the dying raccoon from our outdoor window-well. He also shared information with us regarding raccoons on their behavior, what they liked/disliked, and provided information on how to disinfect the area the raccoon had been trapped in for a couple of days. I'd rate him 9 stars if I could. -pja