Groundhog Removal & Control in Indiana

Groundhogs (also called woodchucks) are Indiana's most common burrowing mammal. Their extensive tunnel systems — up to 6 feet deep and 25 feet long — can undermine foundations, decks, sidewalks, sheds, and retaining walls. Groundhogs are prolific garden pests, consuming large quantities of vegetables and ornamental plants. They are active during the day from early spring through fall, then hibernate through winter. A single groundhog can excavate 700 pounds of soil per burrow. Licensed nuisance wildlife control operators use live trapping and relocation or lethal control methods depending on the situation and local regulations, followed by burrow exclusion to prevent new animals from moving in.