If your window well is covered in gravel, is facing West or South, is in full sun most of the day, does not have many bugs, is very dry or flooded, this is a terrible environment for a toad and you should remove it asap.
Can toads survive in window wells?
I routinely find American toads and wood frogs in my basement window wells. This year, I had 5 toads and 1-2 frogs overwinter in one well. They live there for months, burrowing into the soil and under leaves when they need protection from the weather.
How do I get rid of frogs in my window well?
There are plenty of easy DIY natural frog repellents that can be used to get them away from your egress windows, including:
- Citric acid.
- Salt and saltwater.
- Concentrated caffeine.
- Coffee grounds.
- Vinegar and water.
