Chislehurst Badger Control

Badgers have become more established in towns of the UK as they increase in number and their environments and habitats are being altered. Badgers are legally protected under the Protection of Badgers Act, which means it is an offense to kill or harm badgers. You are also prohibited from damaging their setts, which means both removing them and stopping badgers from being able to access them.

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

Badgers are a common nuisance pest. They may damage lawns or fencing as they forage for food. While it is unlawful to utilise pesticides or other methods to try to remove badgers from your garden, there are some legal and humane solutions to prevent badgers. The best choice is simply to try to take out their food source, which will typically mean they don’t bother travelling to your garden. If they are overturning and eating from bins, simply shut them safely with elastic wire. Alternative deterrent products include motion activated ultrasonic sound systems.

How to get rid of badgers in garden?

If you have a severe badger problem in your garden, qualified pest control companies can offer you guidance on the probable method of entry that the badger is using. They are able to also install safe and legal deterrents to help control the badgers. The Badger Trust should be contacted as they operate local groups which might be able to offer targeted guidance about badgers in your area.