Gopher Removal in Pasadena, CA

Discovering fresh dirt mounds ruining your lawn? Watching prized plants wilt from root damage? Pocket gophers are destroying lawns and gardens throughout Pasadena. Armed Exterminators provides effective gopher control that stops the damage and prevents return infestations.

Why Pasadena Properties Attract Gophers

Pasadena’s environment creates ideal gopher habitat:

Well-irrigated lawns keep soil moist and workable year-round
Rich garden soil supports their favorite food plants
Extensive landscaping provides diverse root systems to eat
Mild climate allows continuous breeding and activity
Sandy-loam soil perfect for tunnel construction

Signs of Gopher Activity

Visible Damage

Fan-shaped dirt mounds with plugged holes off to one side
Dead or dying plants from severed roots
Sunken areas where tunnels collapse
Exposed roots from underground feeding
Disappearing bulbs and vegetables

Underground Evidence

Soft spots in lawn where tunnels run below
Connecting mounds indicating extensive tunnel systems
Water pooling in low spots from disrupted drainage
Irrigation damage from gnawed drip lines

Our Professional Gopher Removal Process

1. Property Assessment

Map active tunnel systems using probes
Identify fresh vs. old mounds
Determine population size (usually 1-3 per acre)
Assess damage to landscaping and irrigation
Plan strategic treatment approach

2. Targeted Elimination Methods

Professional trapping with specialized gopher traps
Carbon monoxide treatment for extensive systems
Bait application in active tunnels (where permitted)
Tunnel system mapping to ensure complete coverage
Verification of successful removal

3. Damage Repair

Fill tunnel systems to prevent collapse
Level mounds and reseed damaged areas
Repair irrigation lines damaged by gnawing
Soil amendments to help lawn recovery
Replanting advice for destroyed gardens

4. Prevention Strategies

Install underground barriers in garden beds
Plant gopher-resistant species
Maintain treatment schedule during peak seasons
Monitor for new activity monthly
Address neighboring infestations

Damage Caused by Gophers

Lawn Destruction

Unsightly mounds every few feet across yard
Dead grass patches from root damage
Uneven surfaces creating trip hazards
Costly reseeding and lawn restoration
Reduced property value from neglected appearance

Garden & Landscape Impact

Destroyed vegetable gardens - they love carrots, potatoes
Dead trees and shrubs from root girdling
Ruined flower beds - bulbs are favorite foods
Irrigation system damage costing hundreds in repairs
Erosion problems from tunnel systems

Pasadena-Specific Gopher Challenges

Problem Areas

Rose Bowl area - extensive lawns attract gophers
Arroyo Seco neighborhoods - natural gopher populations spread
Estate properties - large lawns and gardens
Golf course adjacent homes - gophers migrate from courses
Hillside properties - erosion concerns from tunneling

Peak Activity Seasons

Spring: Breeding season with increased mound building
Summer: Young gophers establishing new territories
Fall: Heavy feeding before winter
Winter: Continued activity in Pasadena’s mild climate

Why DIY Gopher Control Usually Fails

Extensive tunnel systems - missing even part leaves gophers
Rapid reproduction - one female has 1-3 litters yearly
Trap-shy behavior - they detect and avoid poorly set traps
Reinfestation - new gophers move into empty tunnels
Safety concerns - improper use of poisons risks pets/wildlife

Prevention Tips for Pasadena Properties

Plant wisely - use gopher-resistant plants when possible
Install barriers - hardware cloth under garden beds
Maintain vigilance - treat at first sign of activity
Coordinate with neighbors - area-wide control works best
Remove food sources - limit their favorite plants
Consider artificial turf - for chronic problem areas

Professional Treatment Advantages

Proper identification - ensure it’s gophers, not moles
Complete elimination - systematic approach covers all tunnels
Safe methods - protect children, pets, and non-targets
Efficient results - typically resolved within days
Warranty protection - we guarantee our work
Damage assessment - help with restoration planning

Service Areas

We provide fast gopher removal throughout:

All Pasadena neighborhoods
Altadena and La Cañada Flintridge
San Marino and South Pasadena
Arcadia and Monrovia
Sierra Madre

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are there mounds all over my yard?

Those fan-shaped mounds are created as pocket gophers push soil to the surface while digging their tunnel systems. Each gopher can create several mounds daily, especially in spring. The crescentric shape with an off-center plug is distinctive to gophers.

How many gophers do I have?

Usually just one per tunnel system - gophers are solitary and territorial. However, one gopher can create 10-30 mounds, making it seem like many. During breeding season (spring/early summer), you might have a mother with young temporarily.

Do gophers carry diseases?

While gophers can carry parasites and their fleas may spread disease, the main concern is property damage rather than health risks. However, avoid handling dead gophers and let professionals deal with removal.

What’s the difference between gophers and moles?

Gophers create fan-shaped mounds and eat plant roots, causing plants to die. Moles make volcano-shaped mounds with centered holes and eat insects, creating raised tunnels. In Pasadena, gophers are more common and destructive to landscapes.

Will gophers eventually go away on their own?

No - if your yard provides food (roots) and good soil, gophers will stay and multiply. Without intervention, damage increases exponentially. One gopher can destroy an entire lawn or garden in a season.

Stop gophers from destroying your beautiful Pasadena landscape.

Call (626) 256-3200 for professional gopher removal today.

Fast Results • Safe Methods • Damage Prevention

“Our lawn was being destroyed by gophers. Armed Exterminators eliminated them quickly and helped us prevent future problems. Highly recommend!” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
— Maria L., South Pasadena