Calgary prairie dog & gopher removal
Gophers tunnel out grass and plant roots, weaken the soil and leave mounds spreading across the yard. We target the active burrow systems at the source and give you a prevention plan so it doesn't come straight back.
Targeted prairie dog & gopher control
Around Calgary, "prairie dog" and "gopher" get used for the same thing — burrowing rodents that dig tunnel systems, kill grass and plants from below, and throw up mounds that make a yard uneven and unsafe. A few holes turn into serious property damage quickly.
The Pest Control Guy identifies the active burrow systems, treats the source rather than the visible mounds, and restores the affected areas to usable outdoor space.
Signs of prairie dogs or gophers on your property
If you're seeing these, there's an established burrow system that needs treating.
Fresh soil mounds
New dirt mounds and multiple burrow openings appearing across the lawn, garden beds and boulevard.
Soft, sinking ground
Uneven or spongy areas where tunnels have hollowed out the soil underneath — a trip and mowing hazard.
Dead grass & plants
Patches of dying lawn, and garden plants failing where roots have been chewed off below the surface.
Daytime sightings
Gophers visible above ground during the day, moving between burrow entrances.
How we remove gophers and keep them out
Once activity is confirmed, the technician builds a clear treatment plan — active areas first, then the rest of the system — followed by prevention advice tailored to your property.
Other ground pests we treat
Calgary prairie dog & gopher FAQs
Are prairie dogs and gophers the same thing?
Around here, effectively yes — the names get used interchangeably. Either way they're burrowing rodents that behave the same and cause the same underground damage.
How much damage can they really cause?
More than most people expect. Tunnels weaken the ground, roots get chewed out so grass and plants die from below, and mounds make the yard uneven and unsafe. Left alone, it spreads fast.
If they're removed once, can they come back?
They can, especially if the conditions that attracted them are still there. That's why removal alone isn't enough — prevention is part of every job.
When should I call a professional?
As soon as you see fresh mounds, new holes, or ground that feels soft and unstable. Early treatment keeps a small problem from becoming a large one.
Do you service acreages and commercial grounds?
Yes — residential yards, acreages, and commercial and municipal green space across Calgary and area.
Stop the yard from being tunnelled out
Book a prairie dog and gopher inspection in Calgary and get a free estimate. We treat the source and help keep them from coming back.