Moles are small mammals, often mistaken for rodents, but they are actually more closely related to hedgehogs and shrews. These burrowing creatures spend most of their lives underground, using their broad, clawed front feet to dig in search of slugs and worms. They are drawn to lawns, gardens, and pastures due to the moist, loose soil that provides an ideal environment for their tunneling. Unfortunately, moles remain active year-round, meaning the damage they cause is ongoing.

Identifying a Mole Problem While moles themselves are rarely seen, the damage they cause is unmistakable. Their extensive tunneling results in mounds of dirt, often referred to as molehills, at the entrances of their tunnels. These tunnels disrupt the root systems of grass, leaving behind dead patches and discolored areas on the lawn.

Mole Identification At Critter Control, our experts can accurately diagnose whether moles are responsible for the damage to your lawn and offer a reliable solution to eliminate them. Our technicians will look for specific indicators of mole activity, such as:

• Raised mounds of dirt at tunnel entrances
• Ridges crisscrossing the lawn and garden beds
• Soft, spongy soil underfoot in certain areas
• Discolored or dying grass where moles have tunneled through roots
• Unusual weed growth in dying patches of lawn