Cheltenham Badger Control

Badgers are becoming more prevalent in towns of the United Kingdom as they grow in number and their environments and habitats are being altered. Badgers are lawfully safeguarded under the Protection of Badgers Act, which means it is a criminal offense to kill or injure badgers. You are also prohibited from disrupting their setts, which includes both removing them and blocking badgers from accessing them.

What should I do if I have badgers in my garden?

Badgers are still a frequent nuisance pest. They could cause damage to lawns or fencing as they forage for food. While it is illegal to use pesticides or other means to attempt to eradicate badgers from your back garden, there are several legal and humane solutions to deter badgers. The simplest option is just to try and take out their food source, which will commonly mean they don’t bother visiting your garden. If they’re overturning and eating from bins, simply close them securely with elastic cable. Other deterrent options include movement activated ultrasonic noise devices.

How to get rid of badgers in garden?

If you have a severe badger issue in your garden, professional pest control companies can offer you guidance on the probable method of entry that the badger is making use of. They are able to in addition install safe and legal deterrents to help control the badgers. The Badger Trust should in addition be contacted as they operate local groups which may have detailed guidance about badgers locally.