How To Get Rid Of Moles

Here are the best ways for a homeowner or business owner to get rid of moles by themselves:

Identify and Confirm Mole Activity

Before acting, make sure the pest is truly a mole (not voles, gophers, or ground squirrels). Moles create raised surface tunnels and conical mounds of soil, whereas voles leave open holes without raised ridges.

Disrupt Their Food Source

Moles primarily eat earthworms and soil insects like grubs.

Apply a grub control treatment to reduce the mole’s food supply. Products containing imidacloprid or halofenozide can be effective.
Be aware this doesn’t kill moles directly—it simply makes your property less attractive over time.

Physical Trapping (Most Effective DIY Method)

Scissor-jaw traps, harpoon traps, or choker-loop traps are the gold standard.
Place traps directly in active tunnels—you can tell it’s active if you flatten the ridge and it’s raised again within 24–48 hours.
Follow the trap’s instructions carefully for safe and humane use.

(Trapping is the only consistently effective DIY technique to immediately reduce mole populations.)

Baits and Repellents

Baits: Worm-shaped baits with bromethalin mimic their natural food. Must be placed in active tunnels and handled with gloves.
Repellents: Castor oil-based granular or liquid repellents can drive moles away. Apply heavily and water in to penetrate the soil.
Repellents are best for prevention or low-level activity—not severe infestations.

Soil Management

Moles prefer moist, loose soils. Improving drainage or compacting soil can make the area less favorable.
Avoid overwatering lawns and landscaping to reduce mole-attracting insect activity.

Barrier Methods (for Smaller Spaces)

For high-value areas like gardens, install underground fencing made of hardware cloth buried at least 2 feet deep and bent outward at the bottom to block tunnels.
This is labor-intensive but effective for protecting small, critical sections of a property.

Regular Monitoring

Once you’ve caught or repelled moles, continue to check for new tunnels. Moles are territorial and will often reinvade, especially if surrounding areas still have ample food.
Ongoing repellents or traps may be needed periodically.

Moles are solitary and territorial; often one or two individuals cause noticeable damage. Removing even one mole can dramatically reduce activity. Because they’re persistent diggers, complete eradication without professional help can be challenging.

The Best Way To Get Rid Of Moles

Here’s why hiring our professional pest control is the most effective way to get rid of moles:

Accurate Identification and Assessment

Our professionals can accurately identify moles versus similar pests like voles, gophers, or ground squirrels.
We assess the extent of infestation, mapping tunnels and mounds to target treatment effectively. This prevents wasted time and ineffective DIY attempts.

Expert Use of Traps and Baits

Our professionals are trained in placement and use of traps (scissor-jaw, harpoon, or choker-loop) in the most effective locations.
We can safely use poison baits where legal and appropriate, minimizing risks to children, pets, and non-target wildlife.
Correct placement of traps or baits increases success rates from partial control to near-complete elimination.

Access to Professional-Grade Solutions

We have access to industrial-strength repellents, baits, and insect control products that aren’t available to the general public.
We combine soil treatments to reduce mole food sources with trapping for faster results.

Time and Labor Efficiency

DIY mole control can take weeks or months, requiring constant monitoring, baiting, and trap resetting.
Our professionals can resolve infestations quickly, often in a single visit with follow-up checks, saving time and frustration for property owners.

Minimized Risk of Damage

Improper DIY trapping or chemical use can damage lawns, gardens, or landscaping.
Our professionals know how to target moles while preserving turf and plants, avoiding common DIY mistakes like disturbing soil excessively or misplacing toxic products.

Long-Term Prevention

Our professionals implement comprehensive strategies, including soil management, perimeter treatments, and ongoing monitoring, reducing the risk of future mole invasions.
We can also advise on barriers and landscaping adjustments to make your property less attractive to moles in the future.

Safety and Compliance

Our professionals follow local regulations for pesticide use, ensuring legal compliance and minimizing environmental impact.
This is especially important for commercial properties or public spaces where improper DIY use could result in liability issues.

Our professional pest control is the fastest, safest, and most reliable way to eliminate moles completely, prevent recurring problems, and protect your property and landscaping. DIY methods may work temporarily but often fail to address the root cause or fully remove the animals.