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MOLE CONTROL
Mole activity is common in Ames, Iowa due to rich soil conditions and abundant food sources. Professional mole control helps protect your lawn from damage by targeting active tunnels and preventing new activity throughout the season.
OUR PROCESS
OUR PROCESS
- Inspection - Our trained technicians will inspect the property to locate areas of activity
- Identification - We will identify the pest causing damage
- Marking - We will mark runs and identify active burrows
- Control - We will install highly effective bait to control the mole population
- Season Long Control - We will provide no cost follow up visits for new runs throughout the season
Moles can be some pretty impressive work. Moles are territorial and typically only one to two moles area active per acre. They are capable of burrowing as much as 100 feet in a day and have a fairly complex den system (pictured below). These little yard destroying creatures primarily feed on earth worms and are insectivores feeding on insects found below the soil. Our service targets there primary food source and provides season long control for new activity. New moles often will "recolonize" old runs which is why we provide you with our season long mole protection. If new runs pop up, just let us know and we will be back to knock them out.
MOLE DEN SYSTEMPictured to the below you will find some mole evidence as well as a depiction of the a mole burrow structure. Mole burrows consist of a chamber den for resting, deep tunnel for travelling from feeding sites, surface runs used for feeding and foraging for new food sources and mole hills used to remove the excavated dirt from there burrows.
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Why Ongoing Mole Protection Is ImportantMoles can move into your yard at any time, especially in areas with healthy soil and abundant food sources like earthworms. Even after initial activity is eliminated, new moles can enter from surrounding areas and "re-colonize" old runs . Ongoing protection helps ensure new activity is identified early and addressed before significant lawn damage occurs. This provides peace of mind knowing your lawn remains protected throughout the season.
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How Moles Damage Your LawnMoles create tunnels just below the surface as they search for food. These tunnels raise the soil, creating visible ridges across the lawn. This activity disrupts root systems and can cause grass to dry out and die over time. In addition to surface tunnels, moles create deeper tunnel systems that allow them to travel safely underground. As activity increases, lawn damage becomes more noticeable and can affect the overall appearance and health of your yard.
Why Professional Inspection MattersMole tunnels are not always active, and treating inactive areas may not resolve the problem. Identifying active areas of activity allows control efforts to be focused where they are most effective. A professional inspection helps confirm mole activity and ensures the proper areas are addressed, helping protect your lawn and prevent ongoing damage.
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Why Moles Are Active in Ames, IowaMoles thrive in areas with rich soil and abundant food sources. Ames and Central Iowa provide ideal conditions because healthy lawns often contain large populations of earthworms and soil insects, which are the primary food source for moles. Irrigation, rainfall, and well-maintained turf create soft soil conditions that allow moles to move easily underground. This is why mole activity is commonly seen in residential lawns throughout the area, especially during spring and fall when soil conditions are most favorable.
Signs of Mole ActivityCommon signs of mole activity include raised ridges running across the lawn, soft or spongy ground, and mounds of soil. These tunnels are created as moles move underground in search of food. Mole activity often becomes more noticeable after rainfall or irrigation, when soil conditions make tunneling easier.
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MOLE CONTROL FAQ
How do moles get into your yard?
Moles move underground in search of food such as earthworms and soil insects.
Do moles go away on their own?
Moles often remain active as long as food sources are present.
How long does mole control take?
Activity typically decreases after active tunnels are identified and treated.
Can moles come back?
New moles can move into your yard over time, which is why ongoing protection is important.
Moles move underground in search of food such as earthworms and soil insects.
Do moles go away on their own?
Moles often remain active as long as food sources are present.
How long does mole control take?
Activity typically decreases after active tunnels are identified and treated.
Can moles come back?
New moles can move into your yard over time, which is why ongoing protection is important.
