moles

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The UK is full of keen gardeners and people who are proud of their garden areas.  However, moles can cause a significant hinderance to the enjoyment of your garden with their busy tunnelling and mole hills. 

Can moles do serious damage?

Yes, moles can damage your garden seriously. Moles are notorious in destroying gardens and crops as they dig tunnels underground, and this can damage plant roots and make soil very loose. Their tunnels also add up to the chances of weeds taking root even more easily, since their holes can let sunlight and water in. In addition, the mole tunnels can create a tripping hazard for people and animals. Therefore, it is important to take steps to prevent or control mole activity in your garden . Moles in the UK can work extremely hard actually being able to tunnel up to 4 metres in a single hour and when left untreated will go on to cause more damage. On many occasions where somebody elects to wait and see if the mole/s leave naturally we often find this is when the more serious damage is done and the lawn can feel spongey and weak under foot as a result of the moles tunnelling underneath your feet.

What would be the benefit of a mole treatment from pest control?

1. Protecting lawns and gardens: Moles are notorious for digging unsightly tunnels and mounds that can ruin the appearance and health of lawns and gardens. Pest control measures help to prevent such damages by eliminating moles and preventing them from causing any further harm.  

2. Reduced risk of health hazards: Moles are not known to transmit diseases to humans, but their burrowing and digging activities can pose health risks by creating tripping hazards or causing damage to underground utility lines. Pest control measures can help to reduce such hazards and ensure safety on your property. 

3. Enhanced crop productivity: Farmers and gardeners can benefit from pest control services by ensuring that their crops grow to their full potential without being damaged by moles. This can lead to a more productive harvest and increased profits.  4. Reducing population growth: Moles are prolific breeders, and their rapid population growth can quickly turn into an infestation. With regular pest control services, moles can be eliminated, preventing further population growth and diminishing their impact on your property.  

5. Improved landscape aesthetics: Pest control measures can help to keep your property free of unsightly mole tunnels and mounds, creating a more beautiful and attractive landscape. This can increase the market value of your property and make it more appealing to prospective buyers. 

Mole control is a difficult skill and needs the correct training and the correct apparatus.  Experience is key as a local mole catcher as there is a lot to do or rather (avoid doing) in order to successfully get rid of them.

Will you use gas or any other chemicals?

At Pest Control Solutions Ltd we are extremely safety conscious when it comes to our customers and as such we endeavour to not use any forms of gas (aluminium phosphide)  Gassing moles may cause them unnecessary pain and suffering, which is not ethical .  We will use traps placed underground to cause the minimum pain to the mole and reduce any potential for pets and humans to be exposed to chemicals.

Contact a professional pest expert now to set up a treatment plan and get your garden on the right track again.