Your lawn can play home to all sorts of troublesome pests. Some of the most stubborn are moles, which are capable of creating widespread problems that can hinder the appearance and health of your yard. Luckily, the exterminators at AllPest Pest Control & Wildlife Removal understand how to handle these exterior critters with ease. Based in Lewisburg, OH, they’re here to share three key ways to identify their presence in your yard so that you can properly treat the issue.

3 Ways to Determine If Your Lawn Needs Mole Treatment

1. Your Lawn Has Dirt Mounds

One of the most obvious signs of a mole invasion is a mound of dirt. Moles are capable of digging deep openings underground—sometimes as far as two feet below the surface. It’s usually quite evident if this is the problem. You may notice raised or “swollen” spots in the yard that resemble little volcanoes. The mounds are typically symmetrical, and the dirt on top is likely light and fluffy.

2. You Spot Surface Tunnels

A surface tunnel is usually just an inch or so below the surface. It occurs when a mole goes in search of sustenance. Foraging for everything from earthworms to grubs to snails in areas of the lawn that are particularly moist, these pesky critters create tunnels that resemble ripples in the lawn. They’re usually somewhat complex, yet they don’t follow any particular direction—the moles will simply travel through in search of nourishment before moving along to the next spot. Bear in mind that it may help to tackle existing pest issues if you’re aware of them. Moles are attracted to termites, for example, so a termite treatment may be effective.

3. Your Soil Is in Poor Condition

Although not always a surefire indication that moles are present, exterminators warn that soil in poor health can attract moles. If the soil is heavily populated with pests, there’s a strong chance that pests will be drawn to the material in search of their next meal. It’s worth treating the soil even if you don’t see any existing signs of invasions. Eliminating the pests is a proactive measure that may prevent moles from violating the yard.

Since moles reproduce quickly, it’s important to contact an exterminator as soon as you discover evidence of a problem. It’s unlikely that you’ll spot the creatures themselves since they do the majority of their work underground.

Contact the team at AllPest Pest Control & Wildlife Removal to learn more about how they can help. Whether you need an exterminator to eradicate pests, want to schedule a termite treatment, or need to tackle a voracious mole problem, you can trust them to handle the job efficiently. Visit their website to learn more about their pest control services, or call (937) 884-5646.