About Us

En Garde Deer Defense is a family-run business, started by Jeffrey Ardo in 2016. Jeff is a homeowner with a passion to make his yard lush with beautiful green shrubs and colorful plants, but like the rest of Northeast Ohio, deer have made this a challenge. Frustrated with his own damage, he sought out a solution and started his own deer deterrent company. Jeff received extensive training from industry experts and uses a natural deer deterrent formula, licensed in the State of Ohio that’s proven to deliver results.

Natural, Proprietary Deer Repellent

We are deer repellent specialists, and this is all we do as a company! We are an owner-operated business that is completely dedicated to customer service and satisfaction. Unlike some services, we use our own proprietary deer repellent that cannot be found in stores. Unlike some repellents, our product is extremely weather-resistant, virtually odorless, and transparent. A unique element of our company is that we produce our product on a daily basis which lends to its potency and is a key component to the success of our spraying service.

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Why Choose En Garde?

We Have a Growing Clientele in Northeast Ohio

We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and treat your property like it is our own. We build excellent working relationships with homeowners landscape, and nursery professionals. This helps them grow and succeed with their customer base, letting the clients choose what they want to plant, not what the deer dictate. We promise our clients and colleagues dramatic results against deer damage, and we guarantee both our product and service.

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Ohio’s Most Trusted Deer Deterrent Service

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En Garde Deer Defense, LLC4.9

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Precious Pups USA

5 days ago

Works great! I have 8 acers and love my flower beds. I haven't had to worry about the deer eating my plants since my first spray. Thank you

William Csiszar

2 weeks ago

Response from the owner:Hi Mr. Csiszar! Thank you for the stars! And thank you for taking the time to give us a review. We are happy to hear that you like our service.

Frank Lauria

2 weeks ago

I’ve used En Garde for years to protect my yard from deer, and the results speak for themselves. While the deer devour everyone else’s flowers, especially hydrangeas, my yard remains untouched — year after year. Their treatments really work! Our technician, Sammy, is always polite, professional, and does an outstanding job. Thanks to En Garde and Sammy, my hydrangeas look amazing and I never have to worry about deer damage. Highly recommended!

Response from the owner:Hi Mr. Lauria! We will be sure to tell Sammy that you said so. We couldn't agree more! Thank you for this review and for being a loyal customer. If you pass word about your secret garden weapon on to your neighbors whose flowers are being devoured and they become a customer you will get 50% off of a spray - one for each person you recommend. Be sure to tell them to drop your name.

Michael Appel

3 weeks ago

Immediate signs that is effective. Plants are flourishing!

Response from the owner:We love to hear that your plants are flourishing! Thank you for the review, Michael. Just a bit of a heads up - it is possible that you may see a nibble here and there as the deer who are used to eating your plants come back to see if they still taste and smell bad. But the spray application should break that habit pretty quickly. Thank you for trusting us to guard your yard from deer damage.

Fred Helyes

3 weeks ago

Another year and not a lost bud. Thanks for your service.

Response from the owner:You are so very welcome, Mr. Helyes! Thank you for trusting us to guard your yard from deer damage. We look forward to serving you next season!

Terry Zagar

4 weeks ago

After 15 years of doing home application, this was my first time using an outside company to spray, and had outstanding results. 0ur yard has hostas, daylillies, taxus, and flowering plants. Saw only a few deer the entire growing season, with zero damage to our yard.

Response from the owner:Hi Terry, We are happy to take over the work of spraying so you can sit back and enjoy your landscaping. You may continue to see some deer as they come back every now and again to nibble. But once they do they'll realize your plants still taste and smell bad and they'll be on their way. Thank you for giving our service a try and and for spreading the word!

Richard Meyers

4 weeks ago

En Garde Deer Defense truly makes a difference. What used to be a “salad buffet” for deer in my front flower bed has completely changed—now I see them running away. It’s been an absolute godsend.

Response from the owner:Hi Mr. Meyers, Thank you for taking the time to write us a review and spread the word. We're so glad to hear that the salad buffet has been closed! Enjoy that front garden!

Lori Olszewski

4 weeks ago

Response from the owner:Thank you for all of the stars, Lori! We're happy that you're happy!

Lori Taylor

1 month ago

En Garde Deer Defense is awesome! Their service provides us piece of mind so we can enjoy all our favorite trees & plants the deer also love!

Response from the owner:Lori - It has been great to see your yard come alive with the growth of your landscaping. It is a pleasure to guard your yard from deer damage. - Jeff & the En Garde Team

John Butala III

1 month ago

I would like to congratulate you and your employees that perform such a valuable service at my home. I've been living here for about 14 years, during which time I have had a constant battle to maintain the property from the ever present population of deer. Since you have become involved with the property, the deer population is no longer a problem. This year marks the very first year I have been able to enjoy the beauty of my colorful landscaping. I highly recommend EG Deer Defense to control the deer population on anyone's property. Thank you for you knowledge and experience at what you offer. The best, no contest.

Response from the owner:Thank you for trusting us to guard your yard from deer damage, Mr. Butala. We're happy to join in the battle with you and glad to hear about the spoils of the winning. Enjoy that landscaping!

Sid Solomon

2 months ago

We have a long yard with lots of landscaping and flowers. Using deer repellents, as soon as it rained and washed off, the deer typically ate everything, We contacted En Garde Deer Defense last year and now the deer only pass through our yard to go into the neighbors’ yards. Since the first Trial Application, they have not touched anything in our yard. We now have all sorts of flowers like we haven’t seen in years. I would highly recommend calling these folks who are also very nice people as well.

Response from the owner:This is such a nice review, Mr. Solomon! Thank you! We love to hear that you are able to enjoy some long lost flowers!

Ellen Screwvala

2 months ago

I wish I had been aware of En Garde sooner! Best thing since sliced bread. My yard looks beautiful, thank you.

Response from the owner:Well, we're glad you joined us when you did. Thank you for giving our service a try. And thank you for the stars!

Judith Swimmer

2 months ago

I was hesitant to believe that this would work, but I highly recommend them. I have seen my daylillies for the first time in 15 years. I have taken down all my fencing so I can see my plants. I don't know how they do it, but it works!

Response from the owner:Thank you for the recommendation, Judith. We're glad to hear you are enjoying your day lilies without fences. That makes us smile. There's a little bit of magic in the service - consistency and great spray techs to spread the scent and taste that the deer don't like.

Jan Kriwinsky

2 months ago

Tried for the first time and in 2 weeks the deer have not eaten any more plants. Very professional and pleasant. Has now been 3-4 weeks and for the first time in 20 some odd years I actually have flowers, hostas, and all my other plants/shrubs that the deer have not eaten as a delicacy. Have signed on for the next year. Great service and very pleasant to deal with. A few years latter and still have same results and greta service.

Response from the owner:Yay! That is what we like to hear! Thank you for spreading the word, Jan!

AL_ Z

3 months ago

I am so impressed with this company and for what it’s done for my outdoor plants and keeping deer away from them! They have never bloomed and grown so full this year. If you have plants you want to keep nice definitely contact EnGarde. They are very professional and thorough!

Response from the owner:Thank you for the shout out, AL. We love to hear that your plants are doing so well and that you are happy with our service. We couldn't agree more - take AL's word and definitely contact us.

Tim McManamon

3 months ago

Best defense yet to deer deterrent.

Response from the owner:That is great to hear, Tim! Thank you for this review!

Christina Oubre

3 months ago

Response from the owner:Thank you for taking the time to give us a review and for all the stars, Christina! We're so happy that you are happy with our service!

Karen Graham

3 months ago

Excellent service and product!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Mrs. Graham! We think so, too! We're glad to hear it from you.

Robert Kane

3 months ago

We are extremely happy with En Garde. Our deer friends have avoided us 95percent

Response from the owner:Thank you for taking the time to give us a review, Mr. Kane! We appreciate the stars!

Doreen Polsen

3 months ago

excellent and on time service so that the blooms on our day lilies throughput the yard can bloom beautifully

Response from the owner:Thank you for taking the time to write us a review Mrs. Polsen! Those deer sure do love the day lilies! And those day lilies sure do bud and bloom so quickly! The trouble is if they bud or bloom after we've sprayed they are not protected, so a browsing deer might find a few that are edible. If you see that is happening with your day lilies be sure to give us a call about our Buds and Blooms Program. It's an as needed add on designed specifically for plants like day lilies. In the meanwhile, enjoy those beautiful flowers! 🦌

Amy Tilow

3 months ago

After having deer decimate my landscaping last summer, I contacted En Garde Deer Defense. The results have been truly amazing!! From when they started last July, and throughout this year, I have had "0" destruction from the herds that roam my neighborhood (spotted 14 deer in my neighbor's yard last week!). I am grateful to Jeff and his team for helping me maintain my garden and my investment!! I also appreciate receiving the email notification when my service is completed! En Garde is a MUST for anyone losing plants to the deer!

Response from the owner:What a great review! Thank you so much, Amy! You hit the nail on the head. We help you to protect your investment into your landscaping - both the time and the money you've spent - even if there are a few nibbles here and there from deer checking back. We appreciate you spreading the word. Thank you for trusting us to guard your yard from deer damage!

Mike Moini

4 months ago

dear seem that have got used to your spray and are not bothered anymore. they have mascaraed most of my roses and even local plants.

Response from the owner:Thank you for the feedback, Mr. Moini. We know how frustrating it can be dealing with deer, and especially in the Spring. Your spray techs did not note any damage to your landscaping when they were out on 5/5 and then again on 5/11. It is quite likely that with all of the rain we've been having your roses and local plants have had new growth since then and therefore they were unprotected. Deer are creatures of habit and browsers. They will return to places they've been eating to find out if there is anything new or if it still smells and tastes bad from our spray. You have chosen to just have our Specific Spot Spray service which is not our recommended Full Yard and Perimeter Spray for a yard your size with landscape beds out around the perimeter. This too can be one of the factors contributing to deer your damage. Typically customers will call if they notice deer damage in between sprays. We will request that they send photos of the damage. We will note it on the job for the spray tech and try to schedule a spray tech to go out to asses and possibly re-spray depending on when the next spray is already scheduled. Your next spray is scheduled to be on or about 6/1. If you would please send us photos of the damage. We have put a note on your job for your spray tech.

Fred Norful

4 months ago

Polite, thorough service providers. Product works! No odor! Easy billing and account management.

Response from the owner:Thank you Mr. Norful! This is definitely what we strive to provide for you and all of our clients.We appreciate you spreading the word. 𐂂

mitchel fromm

4 months ago

Response from the owner:We appreciate you taking the time to give us a review, Mr. Fromm! We're glad to see you back with us again this year. Thank you for trusting us to guard your yard against deer damage.

Denise Voss

4 months ago

Excellent product and service. My backyard has a lot of woods and deer come out every year to decimate my garden. This year I am so much happier. Everything is blooming! Thank you En Garde!

Response from the owner:You are very welcome, Ms. Voss! We are happy to be able to help you enjoy your blooming landscaping. Those deer may still come out of the woods to nibble here and there just to find out if your plants still taste and smell bad, but they won't be doing any decimating. Thank you for trusting us to guard your yard from deer damage!

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