Marmot Removal
Marmot Removal in Phoenix, AZ, | Critter Bros
Yellow-bellied marmots, also known as rock chucks, are a common nuisance pest throughout the Phoenix, AZ area. These large, ground-dwelling rodents are similar to both groundhogs and ground squirrels and will cause similar types of property damage. Marmots will dig out tunnels underneath your property, which can leave behind large holes and mounds of dirt in your yard. Not only is this marmot damage unsightly, but it can be dangerous as well, as the weakened ground can lead to tripping and cave-ins. Marmots will also dig underneath your deck, porch, and home foundation, which can jeopardize their structural integrity.
Marmots will also eat all the plants in your garden. Unlike rabbits or groundhogs, who will graze selectively, marmots will strip your garden down in a few nights, eating your plants whole. If you have marmots terrorizing your yard in Phoenix, contact the licensed marmot removal experts at Critter Bros today for marmot trapping and removal. Rock chucks are particularly difficult to control, but that won’t be a challenge for our expertly trained technicians. We come armed with years of experience, so you can trust that we will quickly and effectively solve your marmot problem. Contact our team today to get started at 602-813-6354!
Rock Chucks vs Woodchucks
Rock chucks and woodchucks are similar, as they are both large ground squirrels, are both part of the marmot family, and both of them live inside extensive burrow systems that they will dig inside your yard. However, rock chucks and woodchucks have a few key differences you can use to tell them apart.
Rock chucks are also known as yellow-bellied marmots, and their distinctive yellow coloring on their bellies, gray coloring on their backs, and white coloring between their eyes can let you know it’s a rock chuck you are dealing with. Woodchucks are typically dark to light brown in color, and are, on average, a few pounds heavier than rock chucks. Woodchucks are also more solitary critters, while rock chucks will live together in colonies.
Marmot Hole
Marmots will burrow deep within your yard, and their extensive tunnel system, used for sleeping, hibernating, and raising their young, can extend up to 65 feet in length and go 5 feet deep into the ground. Marmot burrows are marked by a singular, large entry hole, often with a kicked-up mound of dirt in a crescent or fan shape behind it.
Marmot burrows pose several different dangers to your property. Marmot burrows can leave behind large, unsightly holes and mounds, which can make lawn care and upkeep difficult. They also pose tripping hazards and can lead to potential ankle injuries if you fall in a marmot hole. Additionally, their hollowing out of your yard can lead to the ground caving in, or even worse, vital structures like decks and porches start sinking into the earth. Marmots will burrow underneath your home’s foundation, which can lead to cracking, settling, and structural instability.
Are Marmots Dangerous?
Marmots do possess the ability to contract rabies but are not known to spread the rabies virus to people. However, there are several different diseases and parasites that marmots can transmit. Marmots can transmit plague, hantavirus, and cryptosporidiosis. Marmots can also carry ticks and fleas, which can transmit diseases like Lyme Disease and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever. Marmots are generally not aggressive, but they will bite or scratch when cornered or handled, so it is best to leave marmot removal to the professionals.
How Do I Get Rid of Marmots?
The best way to get rid of marmots is through professional trapping and removal. Marmots can be notoriously difficult to trap, so it’s best to leave marmot removal to the experts at Critter Bros. Marmots are very smart, and will not go into a trap easily, especially if they smell like humans or have not been placed properly. Thankfully, the licensed experts at Critter Bros have plenty of training and years of experience dealing with rock chucks, so you can rest assured that we will successfully trap and remove all the marmots from your property. Contact our team today to get started with a FREE estimate at 602-813-6354!
Marmot Repellents and Deterrents
After we trap and remove the marmot colony from your residential or commercial property in Phoenix, the next step is to make sure they do not come back. The best way to prevent marmots from getting back in your yard is to have Critter Bros install wildlife barriers around the perimeter of your property, 3 feet high and a foot buried in the ground, to prevent the rock chucks from digging underneath. If you don’t want these barriers installed around your entire property, then installing them around sources of food like gardens can help. If marmots can’t get to an easy food source on your property, they will quickly move on to somewhere with an easier meal.
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Cost of Marmot Trapping in Phoenix, AZ
The cost of marmot trapping and removal varies on several different factors, including the severity of the infestation, the size of the colony, the size/specifications of the property or area that needs to be treated, and more.
That’s why Critter Bros offers FREE estimates, so our crew can come out and inspect your property, before giving you a specialized quote for marmot trapping and removal for your exact situation. Contact us today to get started at 602-813-6354!
Rock Chuck Removal Near Me
Marmots, also known as rock chucks, are burrowing rodents that are known for the damage they can do to plants, as well as the damage they can do to yards and home structures with their burrowing. Marmots will eat your garden vegetables, leaving nothing behind. Marmots will also dig their burrows throughout your yard, leaving behind unsightly holes and mounds, and their burrows can undermine the structural integrity of your deck, porch, and even your home’s foundation.
If you need yellow-bellied marmot trapping and removal services in the Phoenix, AZ area, contact the experts at Critter Bros today.
Our team has years of experience dealing with burrowing nuisance critters, so you can count on us to deliver effective results. We even offer wildlife barriers to keep rock chucks away in the future. We also offer FREE estimates, so give us a call at 602-813-6354!