Contact a local animal shelter or rescue for humane removal options
Use humane deterrents such as motion-activated sprinklers or ultrasonic repellents
Remove food sources, including pet food, garbage, and fallen fruit
Secure trash bins with tight-fitting lids
Block access to crawl spaces, sheds, and other shelter spots
Seal entry points around porches, decks, and foundations
Keep doors and windows closed or screened
Use cat-safe deterrent scents or commercial repellents
Cover soil or garden beds with mulch, rocks, or mesh
Install fencing designed to discourage climbing or digging
Ask neighbors to keep their cats indoors or supervised
Contact animal control if the cats are stray or feral
Use a humane trap-and-release or trap-neuter-return program where appropriate
Never use poison, traps that injure, or other harmful methods