How to identify gophers
- Crescent-shaped soil mounds with a plugged side opening
- Mounds vs. mole hills: gopher mounds are fan-shaped, mole hills are conical
- Sudden dying patches in lawns or vegetable beds
Signs of an infestation
- Fresh dirt mounds appearing overnight
- Plants vanishing or wilting from below
- Chewed drip-irrigation lines
- Soft, collapsing ground when walked on
Why gophers thrive in the SFV
Soft, irrigated soils throughout the SFV — especially in Encino, Tarzana, Studio City, and Woodland Hills — give gophers an endless tunnel network. They move in from neighboring yards, open space, and golf courses.
The Evictr treatment process
- 1Mound and tunnel mapping to find active runs
- 2Cinch- or box-trap placement directly in main tunnels
- 3Re-inspection until fresh activity stops
- 4Optional gopher-wire basket installation guidance for new plantings
Prevention tips
- Install ½-inch hardware cloth baskets around prized plant roots at planting
- Repair drip lines and check irrigation pressure monthly
- Reduce irrigation runoff onto unmaintained edges
Frequently asked questions
How long does gopher control take?
Most yards are cleared in 1–2 weeks with 2–3 trap-set visits. Larger properties or recurring pressure from open space may need a quarterly maintenance schedule.
Do gopher repellents and ultrasonic spikes work?
No. Independent testing consistently shows ultrasonic spikes don't reduce gopher populations. Trapping is the only reliable method.
Will you use poison in my yard?
We avoid rodenticides for gophers wherever possible. Trapping is more effective, faster, and safer for pets and non-target wildlife.
Gophers control across the San Fernando Valley
Evictr provides gophers treatment to homes and small commercial properties across the SFV, including:
North HollywoodSherman OaksStudio CityVan NuysEncinoTarzanaWoodland HillsResedaNorthridgeGranada HillsBurbankValley Village
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