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How We Price (We Don’t Do Scare Tactics)

  • Evidence first: We show photos and explain what’s active and what’s not.

  • Options, not pressure: You’ll get good, better, and best choices based on your goals.

  • Humane by design: We use cellular cameras to monitor our traps.

  • No surprises: We explain what’s needed and what it costs up front — so there are no hidden fees or guesswork later

Groundhog Removal, Exclusion & Prevention — How Pricing Works.

Groundhogs (also known as woodchucks) are powerful diggers that can undermine decks, sheds, retaining walls, and even home foundations. They dig large dens with multiple entrances, creating safety hazards for pets, livestock, and lawn equipment. Because burrow networks vary in size and accessibility, pricing depends on location, terrain, and how extensive the tunneling is. Below explains how we handle groundhog control, what factors affect cost, and what most customers typically spend.

  • 1) Single burrow under a shed

    • Inspection $0

    • Trap setup $225

    • One return visit $60

    Estimated total: ~$285

    2) Multiple burrows under deck or porch

    • Inspection $0

    • Trap setup $225

    • Three return visits ($60 each) $180

    Estimated total: ~$405

  • • Number and size of burrows

    • Ground type (rocky vs. soft soil)

    • Accessibility (under decks, sheds, or retaining walls)

    • Whether young are present (spring/summer litters)

    • Previous collapse attempts or structural voids

    • Proximity to foundations or buried utilities

    • Your goal — quick fix or permanent exclusion

  • • Inspection: included in trap set

    • Humane trapping: $225 setup + $60 per return visit

    • Burrow backfill: $250–$600

    • Exclusion barriers: $600–$1,800 typical; $1,800–$3,500+ complex

    • Add-ons: deck skirt barriers, soil stabilization, garden fencing

    No scare tactics. No gimmicks. Just responsible, humane groundhog removal and permanent prevention — done right, with proof and transparency.

  • Standard inspection (within our service area): included in trap set

    What you get:

    • Full property and structure perimeter inspection

    • Identification of active burrows, den entrances, and tunnels

    • Camera verification where applicable

    • Recommendations for removal, structural reinforcement, or long-term prevention

    Why we start here:

    Groundhogs often dig multiple burrows — some under sheds, others in open soil or under porches. A proper inspection determines which ones are active and what’s required to close them correctly. Guessing leads to missed tunnels and repeated damage.

  • Ballpark: $225 setup + $60 per return visit

    What’s included:

    • Up to 2 traps + 2 cellular monitoring cameras

    • Placement at active burrow openings or travel paths

    • Daily remote monitoring for instant notification of captures

    • Removal of captured groundhogs

    Why we use monitored traps:

    Our cellular camera traps allow us to respond quickly when an animal is caught — no one has to physically check traps daily, which saves you money and ensures animal welfare.

  • Ballpark: $250–$600

    Once activity stops, we close the burrow system:

    • Verify all animals are gone

    • Backfill or collapse tunnels to prevent reuse

    • Reinforce soil or install hardware cloth barrier (where practical)

    • Document results with photos

    This step prevents new groundhogs from reclaiming the same space later.

  • Typical homes or sheds: $600–$1,800

    Large decks, barns, or retaining walls: $1,800–$3,500+

    What it covers:

    • Installing underground wire barriers or L-shaped trench screens

    • Reinforcing shed and deck perimeters with galvanized mesh

    • Filling old tunnels and stabilizing soil to prevent sinkage

    • Photo documentation of all finished work

    Why people choose this:

    Groundhogs are territorial. Once one claims a spot, others are likely to return. A properly installed underground barrier prevents burrowing for years and protects foundations and structures from collapse.

    Guarantee:

    Full exclusion and barrier installations come with our 3-year guarantee.

  • • Deck or shed skirting barrier — $20–$30 per linear foot installed

    • Soil stabilization / backfill (material + labor) — $150–$450

    • Rodent-proof hardware cloth (underground barrier) — $12–$18 per foot

    • Additional trap setups — $35 each

    • Fence or garden protection — $250–$800

    We only recommend add-ons when the situation calls for them. Our goal is to fix the root issue — not upsell extras.

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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.