Groundhogs (woodchucks) are most active from spring through summer, especially during breeding and denning season. Their digging behavior can cause serious structural and safety issues around homes.
Damage concerns:
Why it matters:
Groundhog burrows can extend 10–30 feet with multiple chambers. Once established, damage worsens quickly and repairs become more costly.
Contact Lowcountry Wildlife Control early for professional removal and exclusion to prevent foundation damage and repeat activity.
Groundhogs (woodchucks) are most active from spring through summer, especially during breeding and denning season. Their digging behavior can cause serious structural and safety issues around homes. Damage concerns: Why it matters:Groundhog burrows can extend 10–30 feet with multiple chambers. Once established, damage worsens quickly and repairs become more costly. Contact Lowcountry Wildlife Control early …Read More
Beavers are most active during spring and fall, when they build and repair dams and lodges. While beneficial to ecosystems, beavers can cause significant property and infrastructure damage when activity occurs near homes, roads, or managed land. Damage concerns: Why it matters:Beaver damage often escalates quickly and can impact multiple properties at once. Flooding and …Read More
Bats are most active around homes during bat season, which runs from spring through early fall, with maternity season peaking May–August. During this time, bats seek warm, quiet spaces like attics to roost and raise young. Damage concerns:While bats do not chew or claw structures, they can still cause serious health and property issues: Why …Read More
Armadillos are active year-round, with increased activity in spring and summer as they forage and breed. While they don’t enter homes like other wildlife, they can cause extensive exterior property damage in a short amount of time. Damage concerns:Armadillos are aggressive diggers that feed on insects and grubs just below the surface. Their activity commonly …Read More
Rodents, including mice and rats, are small, fast-breeding mammals that commonly invade homes. Rodent season is active, with peak indoor infestations occurring during fall and winter as they seek warmth, food, and shelter, 95% confidence. A single pair can produce dozens of offspring in a year, allowing infestations to grow rapidly if not addressed early. …Read More
Opossum activity increases during mating season, often pushing them to seek shelter under homes, decks, and sheds. While they aren’t aggressive chewers, the damage they cause is primarily environmental and sanitary. Common damage caused by opossums Why this damage mattersOpossum damage often goes unnoticed until odors, moisture problems, or higher energy bills appear. If left …Read More
Raccoon mating season typically runs January through March. During this time, raccoons become more active and bold as they search for mates and secure warm, quiet denning areas—often inside homes. What to watch for Potential damageRaccoons are strong and destructive. They can tear open roofs, pull apart vents, crush insulation, and contaminate attics or crawlspaces …Read More
Squirrel mating season occurs twice a year, typically January–February and May–June. During these periods, squirrels become more active and aggressive as they search for mates and secure nesting sites—often inside homes. What to watch for Potential damageSquirrels are strong chewers. They can damage wood, shingles, vents, insulation, and wiring, creating fire hazards and costly repairs. …Read More
Skunk mating season runs January through March, bringing increased activity around homes as skunks travel farther in search of mates and shelter. What to watch for Potential damageWhile skunks don’t chew structures, their burrowing can undermine slabs and walkways, damage crawlspace insulation, and create sanitation issues. If startled, they may spray, causing odors that can …Read More
