Effective and Humane Ways to Get Rid of Moles (and Take Back Your Lawn)

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If you see signs that moles are wreaking havoc on your lawn, save yourself a headache by learning how to get rid of moles from your yard using humane and safe methods.

Project Overview

• First, homeowners will want to eliminate any food sources that are attracting moles to their yard.
• Homeowners can use mole repellent, plant barriers, rock-filled trenches, or ultrasonic repellent devices to encourage moles to move on from their yard.
• As a last resort, homeowners can try trapping the mole and relocating it, if that’s legal in their state.
• The best way to deal with moles in a yard is to contact a wildlife control company to trap and relocate the moles.

Although you may scratch your head over what animal is digging holes in your yard, there’s no mistaking when that animal is a mole. Moles create hills and ruts in a yard that can separate roots from soil, killing grass and other vegetation.

Moles are dark-brown animals that are about 8 inches long at the largest and appear eyeless and earless. A star-nosed mole has a series of appendages resembling tentacles at the end of its snout. But despite their odd appearance and destructive tendencies, there are several benefits to having a mole in the yard. Moles can help aerate lawns and eat grubs and other unwanted garden pests. It’s worth considering these pros before spending too much time or money on mole control.

It’s possible to deter moles naturally using deterrents and barriers; alternatively, you can set out a series of mechanized traps. If neither of these approaches appeal, hiring a wildlife removal specialist may be your best bet. In general, it’s wise to take action at the first sign of a pest problem in the yard.

According to Thomas Ward, training specialist and biologist at Critter Control, “The longer you let a problem continue the [higher the] likelihood…of additional damage, just like with any problem. If your engine light comes on in your vehicle, you could probably drive it a little bit longer, but you increase the potential risk for something to happen. It’s kind of that way with [wildlife control] as well.” Read on to find out the best way to get rid of moles on your property.

Time required: 3 to 4 days
Difficulty: Intermediate
Estimated cost: $5 to $50, or $50 to $500 for professional removal