Vole Removal in Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Newport News, and Hampton, VA
Voles, also known as field mice or meadow mice, can be found in several parts of Virginia including the Virginia Beach/Hampton Roads area. They are active during the day and sleep during the night. Voles do not hibernate during the winter, so they can be easy to see compared to some animals that are nocturnal and will hibernate. These small rodents are only about seven inches long and weigh up to an ounce.
Sometimes voles can be mistaken for moles, shrews or mice, but they have distinct features that make them identifiable. Voles have chisel-shaped teeth and blunt snouts. If you think you have voles in your yard, it is important to have a professional inspection done to identify the animal and come up with a treatment plan. Summit Wildlife Removal is your go to wildlife company in Virginia Beach, Newport News, and Norfolk, VA.
Damage Caused by Voles
Voles can cause extensive damage to yards and gardens. They will munch on plants, trees and seeds and build tunnels throughout yards. The damage caused by voles occurs over a long period of time. Voles will cause patches of grass to die off and leave mounds of dirt in your yard near tunnels.
Common Diseases Spread By Voles
Voles, like other rodents, can transmit tularemia, leptospirosis and hantavirus and can carry lice, ticks, fleas and mites. Voles are not known for biting people and there are no known cases of rabies being transmitted from voles.
How to Get Rid of Voles in Virginia Beach
The most effective way to rid your property of voles is to do something called habitat modification. Habitat modification involves keeping the yard clean and the lawn well maintained and removing bushes and shrubs and plants that will draw them from the area. Chemicals are not proven as effective as other remedies. It is important to hire a professional wildlife removal company like Summit Wildlife Removal to offer long-term and effective solutions for voles.
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Vole Removal Services in Newport News, Norfolk and Virginia Beach, VA
The two most effective treatments offered for vole removal are vole bait treatments and wildlife barrier walls. During vole bait treatments, the technician will identify and mark vole holes on the property and place bait in the hole. Wildlife barriers are also an option for long-term vole prevention and removal. Barrier walls are permanent fixtures that will prevent a variety of animals from tunneling on your property.
Vole Prevention丨Virginia Beach
- Keep yard clean
- Mow the lawn regularly
- Cut shrubs and bushes
- Plant vegetation that will deter voles
How Much Does Vole Removal Cost?
The cost for vole removal is variable. At Summit Wildlife Removal, we offer free estimates for vole removal services. One of our skilled wildlife technicians will be able to conduct an inspection and let you know how much the services will cost.
Contact Summit Wildlife Removal for Vole Removal and Treatment in Newport News, Norfolk and Virginia Beach, VA
If you have voles on your property, contact Summit Wildlife Removal at 757-901-4455 to schedule a free estimate for vole removal services. If you have other nuisance wildlife such as squirrels, raccoons, snakes or animals in the attic, Summit Wildlife Removal can offer solutions to remove them. Summit Wildlife Removal will not remove domestic or hurt or injured animals, you will need to contact your local animal control. For pest control solutions, contact Summit Pest Control at 757-901-4455 and schedule an estimate for pest services.