Middlesbrough Mole Control

Moles are a common pest in the UK. They have a tendency to affect properties in the country, but they have been known to damage urban lawns and gardens. Moles are burrowing mammals which can cause serious damage to lawns and gardens as they burrow. They are able to travel large distances underneath the soil in a brief time. Moles will also use abandoned tunnels to travel, so they may reenter locations that they had previously left. Moles feed on earthworms and other bugs that are in the soil.

Moles leave molehills, which are mounds of earth that protrude from the grass. These molehills are their way of excavating the earth that they dig through. They may cause serious damage to lawns as they burrow quickly. Molehills can quickly accumulate and ruin a previously beautiful and well-kept lawn. While a big number of molehills can indicate the presence of a group of moles, it is sometimes the work of a solitary mole.

DIY pest control options are available for a mole infestation. These range from snap traps which may be buried into molehills to deterrence methods such as noise emitters. Moles are extremely sensitive to light and noise so some deterrence methods can be successful. However, it can be very challenging to ascertain which tunnels the moles are using, therefore it’s recommended to use a professional mole catcher or pest control company. These professionals can identify which tunnels the moles are using to travel and determine which areas will be most effective for trapping.