Mole Pest Control and Treatment

Moles are small, burrowing mammals that can wreak havoc on lawns and gardens in the Willamette Valley, Oregon. The most common species in the region include the Townsend’s mole (Scapanus townsendii), Pacific mole (Scapanus orarius), and California mole (Scapanus latimanus). While moles are not harmful to humans or pets, their extensive tunneling can cause significant damage to lawns, gardens, and landscaping. Moles feed primarily on earthworms and other soil-dwelling insects, but their digging habits can disturb plant roots, leading to wilting or dying vegetation. If you’ve noticed raised ridges or molehills in your yard, you may have a mole infestation that requires professional attention.

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Common signs of a Mole infestation

Moles are elusive creatures that spend most of their lives underground, but there are several clear signs of their presence:

  • Molehills: One of the most obvious indicators is the presence of molehills—small, volcano-shaped mounds of soil created as moles push dirt to the surface while digging deeper tunnels.
  • Raised ridges: Moles create surface tunnels just below the ground, which appear as raised ridges running across your lawn. These tunnels are used for foraging and can damage grass roots.
  • Soft spots: Walking on your lawn and feeling unexpected soft spots or areas that sink underfoot may indicate mole tunnels beneath the surface.
  • Wilting or discolored grass: Moles don’t eat plants, but their tunneling can disturb plant roots, leading to wilting or discolored patches of grass.

If you notice any of these signs, it’s important to act quickly to prevent further damage to your lawn or garden.

Expert Mole Removal

At EcoValley Pest Control, we specialize in safe and effective mole removal services. Moles can be difficult to control due to their complex tunnel systems and solitary nature. DIY methods often fail because they don’t address the full extent of the problem. Our professional technicians use proven techniques to eliminate moles from your property while minimizing damage to your landscape.

Our process includes:

  1. Thorough inspection: We inspect your yard to locate active tunnels and identify areas where moles are most active.
  2. Trapping: Trapping is one of the most reliable methods for controlling moles. We use specialized traps such as harpoon traps and scissor-jaw traps placed in active tunnels. These traps are highly effective at eliminating moles quickly.
  3. Exclusion techniques: For long-term prevention, we recommend installing barriers like hardware cloth around garden beds or other sensitive areas to prevent moles from digging into these spaces.
  4. Lawn care recommendations: We provide advice on how to maintain a healthy lawn that is less attractive to moles by reducing food sources like grubs and insects through proper lawn care practices.

The benefits of professional Mole treatment

Hiring a professional pest control service for mole infestations offers several key advantages:

  • Effective eradication: Our trapping methods target active moles in your yard, ensuring complete removal.
  • Minimal lawn damage: We use careful techniques that minimize further disruption to your lawn while eliminating moles.
  • Long-term prevention: By addressing both current infestations and future risks, we help protect your property from recurring mole problems.
  • Expert knowledge: Our technicians understand mole behavior and know how to handle even large infestations effectively.

Frequently Asked Questions

The most common species in Oregon include the Townsend’s mole, found throughout western Oregon; the Pacific mole, which prefers drier soils along coastal areas; and the California mole, found in southern Oregon.

Moles are not dangerous to humans or pets. They do not bite or transmit diseases. However, their tunneling can cause significant damage to lawns, gardens, and landscaping by disturbing plant roots.

The most effective way to eliminate a mole infestation is through trapping. Professional pest control services use specialized traps placed in active tunnels to capture and remove moles. DIY repellents like castor oil may provide temporary relief but are generally less effective.

Moles are attracted to lawns with abundant food sources such as earthworms, grubs, and insects. Healthy lawns with moist soil provide an ideal habitat for them.

To prevent future infestations:

  • Reduce food sources by controlling grubs and other insects in your lawn.
  • Install barriers like hardware cloth around garden beds.
  • Maintain proper lawn care practices such as aeration and dethatching.

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