Mole Pest Control Illinois

Moles are a particularly destructive variety of pests that can be tricky to identify and difficult to remove. This guide from American Pest Control tells you everything you need to know for effective mole pest control in Illinois.

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Moles are strange, ground-dwelling carnivores that feed mainly on insects, grubs, and worms. These pests are roughly the size of a potato and have pointed muzzles, tiny eyes, and wide, flipper-like front paws that they use to quickly make tunnels beneath your property. Moles can be a variety of colors, including black, tan, and brown.

While moles certainly are unique in their looks, you typically won’t get to see one, as they are nocturnal and spend most of their time underground in their tunnels. The only time they usually venture above ground is when they are searching for a mate.

If you do see one above the surface, that’s a fairly big sign that you may have a mole problem.

While you probably won’t spot the moles directly, there are some indicators that moles have decided to invade your property. Here are some of the clearest signs that you may need yard mole removal services in Illinois.

Mole Holes

Perhaps the clearest sign of moles is the holes they make in your yard. If your lawn has symmetrical, circular mounds of dirt that resemble little volcanoes, these are likely to be mole holes.

Moles will use these holes as entry and exit ways.

Surface Tunnels

You may experience surface tunnels along with mole holes. The vast majority of their tunnels are underground, but sometimes they will manifest as approximately 3-inch raised dirt ridges that may connect the mole holes.

Moles will use these tunnels to feed on grubs and other food.

Yard Damage

Damage to your yard and garden could indicate that moles have arrived. You may have soil that feels loose, raised, or “squishy.” However, the amount of damage to your yard typically has no bearing on how many moles are actually on your property.

American Pest Control has been serving Illinois families and businesses since 1951. We are the local experts for mole pest control, with a long history of satisfied customers who love our efficiency, speed, and dependability.

• We’re local. Even after all these years, American Pest Control is a family-owned service. Our qualified technicians live in the same neighborhoods, shop in the same stores, and root for the same sports teams you do. When you call us, you’re getting expert help from trusted neighbors.
• We look ahead. We’re not just about helping you get mole-free at the moment. We’ll help put together a plan to make sure the critters are taken care of long-term, so you don’t face a reinfestation in the future.