Moles are burrowing mammals that will create tunnels and molehills on your property. They are solitary creatures that will live on their own unless it is mating season. Moles are attracted to and will feed off of insects and worms in your yard. They have very poor sight and rely heavily on their sense of smell and their nose to help them detect movement and food.
Some signs of moles in your yard are seeing their tunnels and mole hills and the damage they cause. It is rare that you will actually see the moles themselves. They prefer to be in areas that are close to wooded areas with plush, green grass. Oftentimes, the moles will frequent areas such as golf courses, parks and lawns.
Moles can carry parasites like ticks, fleas and mites which can contribute to the spread of diseases such as Lyme disease or Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever. In some rare cases, moles can also transmit rabies. Mole’s saliva contains a toxin that paralyzes its prey, although this does not impact people or their pets.
Moles create extensive tunnel systems that can affect the lawn and landscape. They can ruin grass roots, eat flower bulbs and cause irreversible damage to root systems. Damage from moles can resemble other animal damage, so it is important to have your property professionally inspected to know which animals are burrowing or tunneling and what are the best methods for removal.
The first thing you can do to limit mole populations or prevent them on your property is to reduce food sources from your property. Moles are drawn to dark, moist areas where they can feed on worms and insects.They will grub in the yard and tear up grass and make mole hills. Moles are unphased by traditional deterrents such as sounds or strobe lights. The best thing to do in terms of mole prevention is to hire a professional wildlife removal company like Summit Wildlife Removal to properly evaluate the situation and determine the best course of action
The cost for mole treatment can vary based on how many mole holes will need to be treated, the type of treatment used and the number of treatments needed. We offer free estimates for mole control and treatments. One of our skilled technicians will conduct a thorough inspection.
If you have moles in your yard it is important to address the situation because they can cause damage and potentially make you or members of your household sick. It is important to seek out professional help when trying to control a mole issue on your property. Contact your local wildlife removal experts, Summit Wildlife Removal at 757-901-4455.
If you live in Newport News or the surrounding Hampton Roads area and have a nuisance wildlife concern such as moles in your yard, contact Summit Wildlife Removal at 757-901-4455 to schedule a free estimate for wildlife removal services. If you have a domestic animal concern or an issue with sick or injured animals on your property, you will need to contact your local animal control.
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