Expert Mole Control Newbury And The South East

Waking up to find molehills on your lawn can be frustrating. It can drastically impact how your property looks and creates irreversible damage to your land. If you have spent a lot of money on landscaping, own a business that requires a professional image, or are just an enthusiastic gardener, it can have catastrophic repercussions.

Keep your land pest-free and maintain a beautiful lawn by calling Countrywide Pest Control today on 0800 078 7255.

The Garden Mole And Its Behaviour

European garden moles (Talpa europaea) are the most common species of moles in the UK. They feature a hairless snout, small eyes and superior hearing, measuring between 11.5 cm – 15.9 cm in size. They are omnivores and use their senses to find and consume up to 200 earthworms every single day.

This burrowing mammal lives its entire life underground and can tunnel over 20m daily in search of food and safe shelter. Moles primarily eat earthworms and grubs. Although they stay beneath the surface, they create a labyrinth of underground mole tunnels, leading to unattractive molehills and interfering with vegetation and greenery.

As a result, they can cause significant damage to your outdoor space. For farms and commercial premises, they can damage your landscape and machinery, as well as plant roots, causing issues with crops. For hospitality sites, moles can be unsightly and make your space unwelcoming and unsafe for guests, as they may trip over molehills.

That’s why you need expert mole control services from Countrywide. Contact us today and we’ll be happy to discuss your mole problem and how we can fix it.

a mole looking out of the ground prior to a Mole control service in Newbury by Countrywide Pest Control

Signs Of A Mole Infestation

Early pest detection will minimise property damage, so here are some of the most common signs you have a mole problem:

  • Molehills

    A molehill is a pile of soil and dirt pushed up by moles as they tunnel underground. These mounds are shaped like a volcano and signify the entrance or exit to a mole tunnel.

  • Raised Ridges

    As moles burrow just beneath the surface, they can create unusual ridges in your lawns, flower beds and other parts of your garden. This can also result in loose soil, which is uneven and unsafe to walk on, as well as displaced stones in gravelled areas or patios.

  • Dead Grass

    As moles burrow underground, they can disrupt the root systems of grass and plants. As a result, it can kill grass at the surface level, leaving unsightly dead patches around your property.

  • More Weeds

    Destruction underground from mole activity can lead to more weeds burrowing through and thriving in the soil, taking over your flowerbeds and lawns.

Multiple molehills found on a commercial properties lawn

How Countrywide Control Moles  

Living with moles can severely impact the beauty of your property. Whether you own a home in a busy town centre, a wedding venue in the countryside or a school field, moles are never welcome. With the potential to impact your livelihood or the safety of your family and visitors, fast mole control is essential in safeguarding your property and reputation.

At Countrywide Pest Control, we deliver effective solutions to all residential and commercial properties in Newbury and surrounding areas. Our BPCA-certified technicians provide a discreet service with minimal disruption using highly effective and humane traps.

Because moles rarely come to the surface, they can be hard to get rid of, but our team have professional grade mole traps and solutions to effectively catch and remove moles.

If you’re ready to get rid of moles before they ruin your garden, golf course, sports field or grounds, you need mole control from Countrywide. Call the team today at 0800 078 7255 to book your mole treatment and be confident that the moles are completely gone.

Why Countrywide?

  • Your local pest control service in Newbury, Reading, Bracknell, Basingstoke, Farnborough and Southampton
  • Fair pricing with fast, guaranteed results.
  • Full British Pest Control Association Member
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  • Fully trained (BPCA) and insured with safe working practices
  • We offer a 100% Guarantee on our pest control treatments

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  • Full British Pest Control Association Member
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  • Fully trained (BPCA) and insured with safe working practices
  • We offer a 100% Guarantee on our pest control treatments

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Mole Control Frequently Asked Questions 

Our mole experts have answered your most frequently asked questions about moles, so you have the knowledge to tackle your mole problem efficiently.

Do moles go away naturally?

A mole can only survive if there is food, such as worms and insects. As a result, they can dig extremely deep tunnels under your lawn in search of nutrients. Unless your lawn dries up or their food source runs out, it is highly unlikely a mole will relocate willingly.

How to get rid of a garden mole?

The quickest and most guaranteed way of removing moles from your property is by enlisting the help of a trained pest controller. At Countrywide, we strategically install mole traps around your land to exterminate all moles. As professional mole catchers, we guarantee 100% success with minimal disruption to your day-to-day life.

This traditional method of mole control is humane compared to other pest control companies that implement toxic gas (aluminium phosphates) into the tunnel system, causing unnecessary suffering.

Our mole control services start from just £60 (plus VAT) per visit. To book your free survey and receive your quote, message us using the online WhatsApp chat feature.

How can I prevent moles in my garden?

While there are no guarantees, some natural mole repellents that are safe around children and pets are daffodils, alliums and marigolds.

Marigolds and other chrysanthemum flowers are aromatic plants that contain natural pyrethrins (pesticides). Flowers containing pyrethrins can be a natural mole repellent and a reliable deterrent against other pests, including fleas, moths, ants and mosquitoes. Moreover, daffodil bulbs are highly toxic to moles, and they will stay clear of their roots in the ground, so this can deter moles. If you have an active mole infestation, you’ll need to get rid of this before you can start planting natural mole deterrents.

How long do garden moles live?

So long as moles have plenty of food and are left undisturbed, they live between 3 to 5 years on average. Moles typically live in solitary, defending their land against other moles. When they breed, young moles will look for a new territory nearby. They generally stay in one location for most of their lives; thus, your problem could be around for some time without professional intervention.

Are moles dangerous?

Moles do not cause direct harm to humans as they keep to themselves underground. Despite that, these pests create molehills on your lawns which can cause serious injury if someone walks on them and rolls over on their ankle.

However, moles have a detrimental effect on agricultural land. Silage can become contaminated by bacteria (lysteria and clostridium) in the soil, which is then consumed by livestock. Furthermore, in paddocks, moles create a hazard for horses as they are at risk of injury if the tunnel system collapses beneath them.

Are moles active at night or day?

Due to their underground existence, moles are active all day and all year round. They need to eat around 2 thirds of their body weight in food every day, so they are constantly foraging for nutrients. That means they are highly active at all hours, and can be difficult to catch without professional support. Contact Countrywide for professional mole control services.

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