Mole questions. Straight answers.
The basics on spotting mole activity, telling moles from look-alikes, and what to share when you contact us.
What are the most common signs of mole activity?
Fresh, volcano-shaped soil mounds and raised ridges or runs across the lawn are the two most common signs. Activity can move around as the mole works through its tunnel network.
How do I know it's moles and not voles or gophers?
Moles leave round, volcano-shaped mounds and raised ridges. Voles leave worn surface paths in the grass and small open holes, with no mounds. Pocket gophers leave fan- or crescent-shaped mounds with the hole plugged off to one side. If you're not sure, describe what you see when you contact us.
Why do I have moles in my yard?
Moles go where the food is. Moist soil with lots of earthworms and grubs is ideal for them, and healthy, well-watered lawns often have exactly that.
When are moles most active?
Mole activity usually picks up in spring and fall when the soil is cool and moist, and it often shows up right after a good rain.
Why do mole tunnels appear so quickly?
Moles are fast diggers. Shallow feeding tunnels sit just under the grass, so new ridges can appear across a yard in a short time while a mole is actively feeding.
Can I just flatten the tunnels?
Flattening a ridge improves how the lawn looks for a while, but it doesn't remove the mole. If the run gets pushed back up within a day or two, the mole is still active.
Do you provide service outside Troy, Illinois?
Send us your address or city and we'll confirm whether service is available for your location.
What should I tell you when I request service?
It helps to know where the newest mounds or raised runs are, when you first noticed them, and whether new damage is still appearing.
Can I call instead of using the website form?
Yes. Call (417) 761-4091 to talk about the mole activity on your property.
Still have questions?
Call (417) 761-4091 or send a request and we'll get back to you.