Remove food sources such as bird seed, pet food, fallen fruit, and unsecured trash
Keep grass short and trim dense ground cover near buildings
Seal gaps and openings around foundations, porches, sheds, and steps
Install hardware cloth or mesh barriers around gardens, decks, and vulnerable areas
Use gravel or stone borders around foundations and garden beds
Protect bulbs, seeds, and plants with wire mesh or cages
Remove brush piles, wood piles, and debris near the home
Use motion-activated sprinklers or lights
Apply repellents labeled for chipmunks according to the product instructions
Trap chipmunks with live traps where legal and permitted
Relocate only if allowed by local laws and wildlife regulations
Contact a licensed pest control professional for persistent infestations
Contact wildlife control if chipmunks are nesting in walls, crawlspaces, or attics