How do I prevent animals from building a nest in my house?

• <div><p>Once the animals and their young are out of the house, remove the nest and locate any entry points. Some may be difficult to find because some animals can fit through very small holes. Once you’ve located as many entry points as possible, use materials such as metal or masonry to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/5-ways-keep-critters-away-your-home.htm">block off the entry</a>. Ideally, you should choose materials that most animals cannot chew through. Create a one-way door or flap to allow animals to leave but not return. Additional methods include using repellants designed to make an area unappealing to the types of animals that find your home so inviting. </p></div>

Do groundhogs come back to the same place every year?

• <div><p>If they find a hospitable spot with shelter, water, and a steady food source, there’s a good chance groundhogs will return—or not leave at all.</p></div>

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Q: What scent do groundhogs hate?

• <div><p>Groundhogs have a strong aversion to powerful scents, including garlic, ammonia, vinegar, hot peppers like cayenne, and predator urine. Various herbs such as rosemary, lavender, basil, mint, sage, thyme, and oregano can also act as deterrents. You can strategically use these odors around your property by planting these crops near your garden and by the entrances to groundhog burrows. Commercially available repellents offer another option, and for best results, scent-based deterrents should be used alongside other preventive measures.</p></div>

Q: Are squirrels aggressive?

• <div><p>Generally, squirrels are not considered aggressive toward humans. They are more likely to flee than confront people. However, like many animals, they may exhibit aggressive behavior if they feel threatened or cornered. If you approach a squirrel too closely or try to handle it, especially if it's a mother protecting her young, it may resort to defensive tactics such as biting or scratching.</p></div>

Q: Can I handle pest control myself?

• <div><p>DIY treatments may help minor issues, but professionals provide long-term solutions and prevent recurrence.</p></div>

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Reviewed in October 2025
We had the underground fence installed many years ago and have loved the security of it. Our dogs (2 shitzus and one mini aussie) were trained not to cross. Even when people walk by with their pets, they bark like they are tough but do not get close to that line. It feels so good knowing I can...
Dog Guard
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Reviewed in August 2025
Did a great job on replacing our privacyfence-quality work, done efficiently. He cut down tree branches that could have damaged our fence in a wind storm. They cleaned up after themselves.
MTZ Concrete Corp.
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Reviewed in June 2024
He is a newer contractor. He never came when promised so we waited. He skipped a day after promising to be there. He asked for more money after giving us a written quote, the fence was crooked but it passed inspection, and made lots of miscuts. I think he will get better after he is in...
Vm&s construction llc.
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Reviewed in September 2023
Hired to trim and remove trees. Worked with us on specific needs. Trimmed and fell trees, removed stumps, removed debris, raked and seeded. Great job!
Ground Control Lawn & Landscape
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Reviewed in January 2023
I would recommend River Valley Remodelers, Anthony and his crew were ontime, efficient, and good workers.
River Valley Remodelers, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2021
Love the color of my wood deck and the quality of the service will definitely recommend this company. Very satisfied customer!
RDK Painting Power Washing
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Reviewed in May 2021
TOOK DOWN A HEAVY WOODEN FENCE AROUND OUR PROPERTY. FAST, EFFICIENT, CLEAN, ORGANIZED! VERY FRIENDLY! WILL USE THIS COMPANY AGAIN!
CarpenterPlus
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Reviewed in March 2021
Very prompt, Did a beautiful job even saved us from having a tree fall on our new deck, as they started trimming it, they found it was rotten Ion the middle of the trunk and had at sometime been hit by lightning. Removed our fence to avoid it being damaged when took trees down and for cleanup as...
4 Seasons Tree Service
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Reviewed in November 2020
Mike understood that I needed the fence completed as soon as possible....2 dogs to keep safe and happy. He was able to work us into his schedule right away. His crew was friendly and hard working. They answered questions and did a beautiful job. I appreciated the fast and professional job.
Pelletier construction
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Reviewed in March 2012
They are a green company; all products they use are natural and safe for humans and animals. They come at the same time every month. The person who owns the company is the one who treats our property. They are very pleasant and are willing to answer any questions and concerns. They are...
Enviro-Pest Solutions LLC
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Animal Fencing questions, answered by experts

Once the animals and their young are out of the house, remove the nest and locate any entry points. Some may be difficult to find because some animals can fit through very small holes. Once you’ve located as many entry points as possible, use materials such as metal or masonry to block off the entry. Ideally, you should choose materials that most animals cannot chew through. Create a one-way door or flap to allow animals to leave but not return. Additional methods include using repellants designed to make an area unappealing to the types of animals that find your home so inviting.

Groundhogs have a strong aversion to powerful scents, including garlic, ammonia, vinegar, hot peppers like cayenne, and predator urine. Various herbs such as rosemary, lavender, basil, mint, sage, thyme, and oregano can also act as deterrents. You can strategically use these odors around your property by planting these crops near your garden and by the entrances to groundhog burrows. Commercially available repellents offer another option, and for best results, scent-based deterrents should be used alongside other preventive measures.

Generally, squirrels are not considered aggressive toward humans. They are more likely to flee than confront people. However, like many animals, they may exhibit aggressive behavior if they feel threatened or cornered. If you approach a squirrel too closely or try to handle it, especially if it's a mother protecting her young, it may resort to defensive tactics such as biting or scratching.

DIY treatments may help minor issues, but professionals provide long-term solutions and prevent recurrence.

If they find a hospitable spot with shelter, water, and a steady food source, there’s a good chance groundhogs will return—or not leave at all.

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