Easy Exterminator Moles Pest Control Service in Lansing area, Michigan
Moles are ground–dwelling carnivores that prefer to eat insects instead of your garden plants. However, their underground tunnels can ruin your garden and lawn and make an easy access to your plants for other rodents. If you have a significant invasion of moles or similar pests, it may be a sign of trouble. Moles are usually found where soil is rich in organic matter. Their presence in unusually large numbers might be due to a high population of soil pests. It therefore serves as a warning that all is not well with the soil life.
At Easy Exterminator, we understand the dangers and frustrations associated with mole infestations. Our team of experts are trained to identify and eliminate moles. Using the latest tools and techniques, we work quickly and efficiently to rid your property of these unwanted pests.
Don’t let moles take over your home or business call or text now at (517) 618-1908 to get your pest problem eradicated.
Signs of a mole infestation
Moles are surprising little mammals with pointed muzzles, tiny eyes, and bodies shaped like Idaho potatoes. In motion they actually swim along underground, using wide front flippers to part the soil as they go. They prefer moist, loamy soil and are most active in the early morning or evening in the spring or fall; they also come out after a warm rain. Moles have the distinguishing characteristic of a hairless, pointed snout.
Their small eyes and ear canals are concealed by fur, and they do not have external ears. They have very large and broad forefeet with webbed toes. Their hind feet or more narrow and have slender claws. They are usually about 7 inches in length and weigh about 4 ounces. Mole infestations can be a serious problem for any home or business. It’s important to be aware of the signs of a mole infestation so that you can take action to eliminate the problem before it gets worse.
Here are some common signs of a mole infestation:
- Mounds of dirt: The most obvious sign of a mole infestation are mounds of dirt. These dirt mounds are the soil that has been excavated from the tunnels and then pushed up towards the surface.
- Tunnels: Less obvious but still very noticeable are their tunnels. They are usually about two to three inches in diameter and is their traveling route from their den to their feeding sites.
If you notice any of these signs, it’s important to take action immediately. Contact Easy Exterminator for professional mole elimination services. Our team of experts will identify the source of the infestation and work quickly to eliminate the problem, ensuring your property is mole-free.
Things to know about moles
- Moles are generally solitary and therefore if you see several tunnels, it’s usually just from one mole.
- They have a large appetite! Moles consume 70% up 100% of their body weight in food every day. Moles usually feed on insect pests, grubs, and soil organisms, including beneficial ones like earthworms.
- They are most active in the early morning hours or later in the evening.
- Moles do not hibernate. They are active year-round. When the temperature drops, they move deeper underground. Due to the inclement weather during winter, Easy Exterminator only services mole infestations from April through November.
At Easy Exterminator, we understand the behavior and habits of moles and are trained to identify and eliminate all types of infestations. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and take the first step towards a mole-free environment.
Helpful tips to prevent moles
Preventing a mole infestation is easier than dealing with one. Here are some helpful tips to prevent moles from entering your property:
- Check your soil and lawn for their tunnels. They will look like raised volcano-shaped swellings in
your yard. Surface tunnels or ridges also indicate mole activity. - Placing ultrasonic devices or noisemakers such as spinning daisies near the runs are often effective.
- Owning a cat that enjoys walking through your flower beds is a very effective deterrent to moles.
- Moles are carnivores that make themselves at home in lawns rich in grubs and insects.
- When their food is seasoned with castor oil, they will go elsewhere for meals. (Wouldn’tyou?) Mix up a spray of 3 parts castor oil to 1 part dish detergent; use 4 tablespoons of this concoction in a gallon of water and soak the tunnels and the entrances.
- Dip an ear of corn in roofing tar and place it in one of their tunnels. Moles hate the smell o tar, and you’ll block their escape.
- Sprinkle dried blood, tobacco, powdered red pepper, or coffee grounds near tunne entrances. Remember to re-apply after it rains.
How can I get rid of moles in Lansing area, Michigan?
- Contact us: Do you believe that there may be a moles infestation in your home or on your property? For a free estimate, call or text now at (517) 618-1908 to get your pest problem eradicated.
- Schedule: We’ll arrange for one of our qualified professionals to provide timely moles control service.
- Get service: After performing a complete evaluation of your home or property, your specialist will provide you with the most appropriate course of action.
- Obtain a report: You’ll get a thorough account of the assistance rendered, along with practical suggestions for staying pest-free.
- Follow-up: To make sure pests don’t return; we’ll conduct routine follow-ups. Simply give us a call if you notice any activity from pests, between what has been scheduled regularly. We’ll return without charge!
FAQs on mole control
A: Signs of a mole infestation include raised dirt mounds and tunnels throughout the yard and or flower beds.
A: Yes, but only after their food has dwindled or been eliminated. Until then, they will continue to wreak havoc throughout your yard.
