Chipmunks are small rodents with black and white stripes down their sides and back. They are sometimes thought to be squirrels and though they are from the same family as squirrels, chipmunks are much smaller. Chipmunks are notorious for the deep, long burrows they create that can damage your lawn, deck, and any other structures in your yard. For homeowners dealing with similar damage caused by other burrowing pests, such as moles, professional mole control services can be an effective solution to protect your property.
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Chipmunks are small but resourceful rodents drawn to properties that offer food, shelter, and easy access to hiding spots. Common attractants include bird seed, pet food, fallen fruit, nuts, and compost piles. Gardens and landscaped yards with plenty of ground cover, shrubs, and rock walls provide great protection and nesting areas for chipmunks.
In many cases, chipmunks find their way into homes, garages, or sheds through small entry points in foundations, vents, or gaps in siding. Once inside, they may create nests, store food, or even cause structural damage by chewing wires and burrowing near foundations.
Chipmunks are not ones to hide the fact that they are in your yard. You will see them scurrying across your patio and diving behind your retaining wall. Here are a few of the telltale signs that you have chipmunks in your yard.
Chipmunks are commonly known for digging tiny holes all throughout your backyard and in your mulch beds. These holes lead to their complex tunnels which can spread throughout the soil underneath your yard and home.
Chipmunks are notorious for making deep burrows that are many feet long. They will create a clean sleeping quarter with many side-tunnels for waste and storing food. This ends up creating quite a network of tunnels, potentially resulting in weakened ground right under your house.
Chipmunks can cause a lot of damage. They consume a lot of food, so they will devour your flowers, plants, and garden items pretty quickly. They will also clean out your bird feeder if it is low enough to the ground.
If you end up with a chipmunk infestation, you could find yourself with a damaged deck or porch, which can become very expensive to repair. Chipmunks that get into homes and garages can cause even more damage.
One of the more subtle signs of chipmunks is the discovery of small food stashes in attics, garages, crawl spaces, or under decks. Chipmunks gather and hoard food such as seeds, nuts, and grains, storing it in hidden locations to survive through the winter. These caches are often found in corners, insulation, or behind stored objects.
Like other rodents, chipmunks leave behind small, pellet-shaped droppings and urine stains along their travel paths or near their nests. You may notice a musty odor or dark streaks on walls and floors, particularly in garages, basements, or other secluded areas. These droppings not only indicate a presence but can also pose a health risk if not addressed promptly.
There are various DIY control methods for chipmunk removal, including many different types of traps. However, if you have a true chipmunk infestation, missing just a few can result in more before too long.
The experts at Ehrlich are trained to find out where chipmunks are hiding and will provide an effective and reliable method of chipmunk removal. Once your technician removes the chipmunks, they can advise you on the best ways to prevent them from returning. Our chipmunk control services involve either trapping or exclusion, and in some instances, both.
All Ehrlich technicians performing wildlife management services for chipmunks follow all state and local regulations. Ehrlich technicians receive specialized training for how to remove chipmunks properly from a property.
One of the best ways to control chipmunks is to keep them away from your home. Here are some things you can do to make your home less attractive to chipmunks.
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Common signs of chipmunks include small burrow openings near foundations, patios, or garden beds; visible food caches like seeds and nuts in hidden areas; and the presence of droppings or urine stains. You might also hear scratching or scurrying noises in walls, crawl spaces, or under decks. Damage to plants, especially bulbs and seedlings, is another red flag.
While they may appear harmless, chipmunks can cause serious damage to your yard, garden, and home. They dig tunnels that undermine patios, retaining walls, and foundations. Indoors, they may chew wires, insulation, and stored items. Their burrowing habits can also lead to soil erosion and root damage in landscaped areas.
Yes, chipmunks can enter attics, crawl spaces, and even get inside walls through small entry points around the roofline, vents, or foundation. Once inside, they may build nests, store food, and create structural damage. Prompt chipmunk removal is recommended to prevent long-term problems and potential fire hazards from chewed wiring.
While both are small rodents, their behaviors and signs differ. Chipmunks tend to stay closer to the ground and create elaborate tunnel systems, while squirrels are more likely to nest in trees or attics. Chipmunks typically leave smaller droppings and are less likely to be seen climbing.
Chipmunks are not typically aggressive, but they can pose health risks through their droppings and urine, which may carry bacteria like salmonella. Their presence can also attract predators or parasites such as fleas and ticks. To minimize risks, it’s best to avoid direct contact and work with a professional like Ehrlich.
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