How do I permanently get rid of gophers?

• <div><p>Gophers are ubiquitous in certain areas, and the only way to completely get rid of them is to put down gopher wire two feet below the surface of your soil and vertically along the edges of your yard. Unfortunately, this may not be a practical solution unless you’re completely redoing your yard or installing an aboveground garden. Alternatively, you may consider putting underground rock barriers around the edge of your yard to discourage gopher visits. However, you’ll still likely get some pests because they can dig as deep as 6 feet below the surface.</p></div>

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Q: What attracts skunks to your yard?

• <div><p>Skunks like to forage for grubs in the soil, like worms and insects, but they are also tempted by trash and pet food bowls, so keeping these items out of sight may help keep skunks away. Skunks also like to set up a den in dark places, such as a crawl space or outbuilding.</p></div>

Q: What do mites hate the most?

• <div><p>Mites hate dry conditions, extreme temperatures, and specific scents. Since they prefer humid environments, eliminating moisture inside your home can help kill them off. If you have essential oils at your disposal, you can use eucalyptus, rosemary, and clove to help get rid of and keep mites at bay. </p></div>

Q: What does baking soda do to fleas?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s been said that baking soda can kill fleas as it may dry out eggs and larvae. However, this method has not been proven to be effective in killing fleas or other pests. However, you can use it to absorb smells so if there is a fragrance you believe is attracting fleas or ticks, you can use baking soda to rid the smell to control it.</p></div>

Q: What baits are unsafe or illegal to use for possums?

• <div><p>You should never use toxic baits or poisons, such as rodenticides designed for mice and rats, to kill or trap possums. Using these toxicants is illegal in many areas and can lead to fines or other penalties. Furthermore, these poisons can cause unnecessary suffering for the animal and pose a significant risk of accidental poisoning to pets or other neighborhood wildlife. Instead of using poisons, it is best to stick with humane methods like live trapping.</p></div>

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Reviewed in July 2026
Took 14 months to do a 6 week job. Had concrete pad done October 2024. Came over summer of 2025 and didn&#39;t finish until 12-31-25... and said that job was done. They didn&#39;t screw down metal on crest of roof nor both sides of flashing on roof. Did mud and taping in cold...
Schwartz Builders
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Reviewed in June 2025
I could not put into words the attention to detail, customer service, and quality of workmanship ship . They treated me like family. l am definitely recommending them to others. I plan to use them again in the future. They worked within my budget. Thank you for sending them my way. On the hand,...
Cajun Alaskan Services
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Reviewed in December 2024
Very easy to communicate with and listened to exactly what I wanted. Definitely a great experience and will be using them in the future! Can’t express enough how impeccable the overall work was!
Alaska Restoration, Remodel, and Roofing (AR3) LLC
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Reviewed in December 2024
I saw Terry doing some outstanding stucco repair on a building in Seward and I approached him about doing a repair on my motel called the Tides Inn Seward Alaska. Terry come over to give me an estimate and he noticed that my sidewalk leading up to my main office lobby was in terrible shape....
Quality Craft Services
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Reviewed in October 2023
This was one of the most miserable experiences of my life, during an already traumatic time, and I highly recommend you looking elsewhere before even considering this company. - I was a local move and you'd think the logistics of a local endeavor would be way simpler than anything long distance,...
Royal Alaskan Movers
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Reviewed in October 2023
Highly recommended, professional and knowledgeable in all aspects. Friendly and polite guys, they helped with our color selections and it was a blessing!!
PISTRO'S PAINTING, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2022
Mike is very easy to work with. He is very attuned to detail and has your interests at the top of his list.,,making sure you are happy with each feature and itâ s just the way you want it. His finished product is a thing of beauty! I have given his number to friends, promising they will be...
Nichols Construction
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Reviewed in June 2021
Very professional and it was a pleasure to work with them.
Pete's Welding
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Reviewed in November 2020
From the moment of setting up an appointment to having the work done, all was accomplished in a professional, knowledgeable and friendly way. I had four windows (big) and outside door done the first round starting with Jesse and Bobby, and two windows the second round, Brian, Jacob and Tyrone....
Renewal by Andersen of Alaska
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Reviewed in August 2020
She lives in Ninilchik and the service I needed was in Seward. She was willing to drive all the way out and do it for me, but I was on a time crunch and had to find someone that could do it ASAP. She went above and beyond for me and I appreciate her help so much! Such a sweet lady!
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911 Plumbing and Heating Services

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Thermostat - Install or ReplaceThermostat - Repair or Reprogram

Serving Seward, AK and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The workman ship was excellent. Configured the plumbing if repairs were needed in the future it would be minimum impact. Highly recomended to perform any type a job"

+11

Recommended by83%of homeowners

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Top Notch Cleaning Services

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Thermostat - Install or ReplaceThermostat - Repair or Reprogram

Serving Seward, AK and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Emergency services offered

"Went very well! I was kept informed of progress and delighted with the results!"

+67

Recommended by77%of homeowners

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Avendano Services, LLC

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Thermostat - Install or ReplaceThermostat - Repair or Reprogram

Serving Seward, AK and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

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"It was excellent, he's good. He's pretty clean, reliable, and I have no complaints about him,"

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Crystal Clear Window Washing

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Serving Seward, AK and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David was quick, efficient, and did a great job. He even came out when there was feet of snow on the ground making the job more difficult (we have 2nd story windows). Would hire again and recommend him to others."

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Nest Installation questions, answered by experts

Skunks like to forage for grubs in the soil, like worms and insects, but they are also tempted by trash and pet food bowls, so keeping these items out of sight may help keep skunks away. Skunks also like to set up a den in dark places, such as a crawl space or outbuilding.

Mites hate dry conditions, extreme temperatures, and specific scents. Since they prefer humid environments, eliminating moisture inside your home can help kill them off. If you have essential oils at your disposal, you can use eucalyptus, rosemary, and clove to help get rid of and keep mites at bay.

It’s been said that baking soda can kill fleas as it may dry out eggs and larvae. However, this method has not been proven to be effective in killing fleas or other pests. However, you can use it to absorb smells so if there is a fragrance you believe is attracting fleas or ticks, you can use baking soda to rid the smell to control it.

Gophers are ubiquitous in certain areas, and the only way to completely get rid of them is to put down gopher wire two feet below the surface of your soil and vertically along the edges of your yard. Unfortunately, this may not be a practical solution unless you’re completely redoing your yard or installing an aboveground garden. Alternatively, you may consider putting underground rock barriers around the edge of your yard to discourage gopher visits. However, you’ll still likely get some pests because they can dig as deep as 6 feet below the surface.

You should never use toxic baits or poisons, such as rodenticides designed for mice and rats, to kill or trap possums. Using these toxicants is illegal in many areas and can lead to fines or other penalties. Furthermore, these poisons can cause unnecessary suffering for the animal and pose a significant risk of accidental poisoning to pets or other neighborhood wildlife. Instead of using poisons, it is best to stick with humane methods like live trapping.

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