What Does
Beaver
Removal cost?
How We Price (We Don’t Do Scare Tactics)
Evidence first: We document all findings with photos or video before any work begins.
Options, not pressure: You’ll see clear paths for removal only, or for sustainable control.
Humane by design: We comply with all Virginia wildlife laws and prioritize minimal stress to animals.
No surprises: We explain what’s needed and what it costs up front — so there are no hidden fees or guess work later.
Beaver Removal, Water flow Control, & Prevention — How Pricing Works
Beavers are nature’s engineers — intelligent, determined, and capable of reshaping entire landscapes. While their work is remarkable, it can also flood yards, roads, and timber stands, cause culvert blockages, or threaten pond dams. Because of the scale and logistics involved, beaver work requires specialized equipment, permitting awareness, and patient strategy. Below explains how we approach beaver control, what affects pricing, and what most customers in South-Central Virginia can expect.
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1) Small pond or single dam near a culvert
• Inspection $75
• Trap setup $325
• One return visit $85
• Partial dam removal $400
Estimated total: ~$885
2) Large property with multiple dams
• Inspection $75
• Heavy Trap setup $1,000
• Four return visits ($150 each) $600
• Full dam removal $900
Estimated total: ~$2,575
3) Recurrent flooding near roadway
• Inspection $75
• Flow device installation $2,400
• One follow-up visit $125
Estimated total: ~$2,720
These are examples, not quotes. Every site is unique, and all written estimates are based on in-person findings.
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• Accessibility (deep water, steep banks, limited road access)
• Dam size and number of lodges
• Water depth and safety considerations
• Distance from nearest vehicle access point
• Equipment needs (canoe, waders, ATV, etc.)
• Whether flow control or exclusion is part of the long-term solution
• Repeat flooding or prior failed removal attempts
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• Inspection: $75
• Trapping setup: $325 + $85 per return visit (Small easy job 2 traps max)
• Dam removal: $450–$1,200
• Flow devices: $1,200–$3,000 typical; $3,000–$6,000+ complex
• Add-ons: culvert protection, trail clearing, maintenance visits
No scare tactics. No overkill. Just intelligent, humane beaver management — balancing water, wildlife, and property protection.
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Standard inspection (within our service area): $75
What you get:
• Full assessment of dam sites, lodges, or culverts
• Evaluation of water levels, flow direction, and flooding risk
• Identification of food sources and active feeding zones
• Detailed action plan for trapping, removal, and long-term water management
Why we start here:
Every beaver site is unique. Some involve simple stream channels; others include large ponds or wetlands. A careful inspection allows us to plan safe access, proper trap placement, and determine if flow devices or multiple visits will be necessary.
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Trapping beaver is completely site dependent. Price reflects accessibility, can we drive to the site, do we need a boat, is an atv required, size of the area, do we need waders, temperature (are the traps going to freeze), etc. We have enough experience in this one to know every situation involving beaver is different.
Ball park easy small pond $500 to $800,
Large flooded inaccessible swampy mess could be upwards of $3,000+
What’s included:
• Professional-grade traps and cellular cameras for remote monitoring
• Safe, strategic placement along slides, runs, or dam edges
• Immediate notification when a capture occurs
• Humane handling and removal in accordance with Virginia wildlife regulations
Why camera-monitored systems:
They minimize disturbance, ensure prompt responses, and allow us to track beaver activity day and night — which is critical since beavers are primarily nocturnal.
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Ballpark: $450–$1,200
Depending on the location and size of the structure:
• Partial or complete dam removal to restore flow
• Manual or mechanical clearing of debris and branches
• Controlled water-level reduction to avoid sudden flooding
• Photo and/or video proof of results
In areas where complete removal isn’t practical, we can install controlled outflow systems to balance wildlife habitat with property protection.
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Typical systems: $1,200–$3,000
Complex or multi-culvert systems: $3,000–$6,000+
What’s included:
• Installation of custom beaver flow devices (pipes, fencing, and anchors)
• Designed to maintain stable water levels without constant removal
• Reinforcement of culvert entrances and dam-prone areas
• Ongoing monitoring and adjustments as needed
Why people choose this:
Beaver removal alone doesn’t always solve the problem — new families often return. Flow devices control water levels permanently and allow coexistence without flooding or repeated trapping costs.
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• Culvert protection fencing — $450–$950
• Dam debris removal (follow-up service) — $200–$500
• Trail or access clearing — $100–$300
• Water level monitoring camera setup — $150–$300
• Post-removal inspection & maintenance — $125–$250
We never recommend unnecessary removal or disturbance of natural wetlands unless absolutely required. The goal is to balance property protection with habitat preservation.
Located in Gretna, VA. We proudly serve most of South-Central Virginia, including Lynchburg, Roanoke, Danville, Martinsville, Appomattox, Halifax, and surrounding areas — with frequent service to Smith Mountain Lake, Moneta, and Hardy.