Trapping moles is one of the most successful and economical ways to control moles. Mole removal can be difficult, but luckily there are many high quality traps on the market that can help getting rid of moles much easier. Knowing how to get rid of moles stems from knowing how to use the mole traps and knowing how moles behave, and this page can help you.
When you see mounds in your yard, you might be quick to diagnose it as a mole. Mole problems can be extremely frustrating, but before checking out your options, make sure it is actually a mole and not some other soil-dwelling animal like a pocket gopher or groundhog. Moles leave very distinct raised ridges from their near-surface tunnels. No other animal will produce these. Mole mounds are also distinctly cone shaped, while gopher mounds are flatter and more fan shaped, with a soil plug on one side.
Often times, combining control methods is the best way to make sure your pest problem can be cured for good. With moles, the easiest ways are cultural control and using mole traps. Consider changing your soil’s properties to make it less appealing. Moles eat insects and worms underground, and white grubs are a huge food source if they are present. Treating for white grubs (after/ during trap usage) can help prevent moles from seeing your property as a buffet in the future.
Choosing Mole Traps
There are three main types of mole traps available, but some other newer models, like the CINCH mole trap or Talpirid mole trap are variations on the classic models. Here is a quick rundown of the basic trap models and an overview on how to use them. Traps should come with detailed instructions and should be followed carefully to ensure safety.
No matter what type of trap you choose to use, make sure no light will get into the tunnels. You will have to do a lot of digging and messing around with the traps, so try to be as careful and possible and not disturb the tunnel too much.
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