GROUND SQUIRREL CONTROL ACROSS ORANGE COUNTY

Professional ground squirrel control serving all Orange County cities. Pet-safe trapping with a 60-day guarantee.

## Why Orange County Has Significant Ground Squirrel Pressure

Orange County's extensive open space preserve system — the Irvine Ranch, Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park, Chino Hills State Park, and dozens of regional parks — sustains large California ground squirrel populations on sunny slopes and grasslands. These preserves are permanently protected, meaning the ground squirrel populations within them will never be controlled or reduced.

California ground squirrels (Otospermophilus beecheyii) are colonial animals that live in groups of 10-30 members, creating extensive burrow networks on sunny, south-facing slopes. When colony populations in open space preserves reach capacity, ground squirrels disperse into adjacent residential neighborhoods, establishing new colonies in yards, along property lines, under decks, and around pool equipment.

## Ground Squirrels vs Tree Squirrels

California ground squirrels are fundamentally different from the tree squirrels (fox squirrels, gray squirrels) that climb trees and raid bird feeders. Key differences:

## OC Cities with Worst Ground Squirrel Pressure

**Foothill and canyon-adjacent cities** see the heaviest pressure:

## How We Control Ground Squirrels in OC

Our technicians identify active colony burrow entrances, assess colony size and extent, and deploy pet-safe trapping methods at active burrow locations. Follow-up visits monitor for colony repopulation. All methods are non-toxic and safe for pets, children, and wildlife.

## Ground Squirrel Control Pricing — Orange County

| Service | Price | Details |

|---------|-------|---------|

| Initial Colony Treatment | **$325+** | Active colony, 60-day guarantee |

| Monthly Maintenance | **$65/month** | Open space-adjacent properties |

| Quarterly Service | **$175/quarter** | Preventive visits |

## Frequently Asked Questions

**How much does ground squirrel control cost in Orange County?**

Starting at $325 for initial colony treatment with 60-day guarantee. Monthly from $65, quarterly from $175.

**Why does Orange County have ground squirrel problems?**

Extensive open space preserves — Irvine Ranch, Chino Hills State Park, Aliso-Wood Canyons — sustain large colonies that disperse into residential areas when populations reach capacity.

**Are ground squirrels dangerous in Orange County?**

Yes. Beyond property damage from burrowing, California ground squirrels carry fleas that can transmit plague. OC Health Care Agency monitors ground squirrel populations for plague indicators.

**Is ground squirrel control safe for OC pets?**

Yes. We use pet-safe trapping methods. No poisons on residential properties. Safe for dogs, cats, and children.

**Do you handle gophers and moles in Orange County too?**

Yes. We control all three — gophers, moles, and ground squirrels — across every OC city. Same 60-day guarantee.

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