Remove food sources such as fallen fruit, garden vegetables, and pet food
Seal access under sheds, decks, porches, and foundations
Install sturdy fencing buried at least 12 inches deep and angled outward
Use motion-activated sprinklers or lights
Apply commercial groundhog repellents according to label directions
Fill abandoned burrows only after confirming they are empty
Use live traps where legal and relocate only if permitted by local law
Contact a licensed wildlife control professional for persistent infestations
Check local regulations before trapping, relocating, or using lethal control
Monitor the area regularly and repair new burrows quickly