While you’ll see natural repellents suggested online, this isn’t the answer to an armadillo problem. ‘Repellents are not considered effective for keeping armadillos out of the landscape,’ say the experts at the Oklahoma State Extension. ‘Similarly, scare tactics do not provide relief.’ Bear in mind that soil insecticides used to get rid of armadillos’ food source that are sometimes recommended can harm the beneficial insects you do want in your yard.