Say Goodbye to Moles: How to Get Rid of Them and Keep Them Away

Spring is here in Michigan and mother nature is coming alive all around us.

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I always look forward to when it's time to bust out the lawn mower.

I love the smell of fresh-cut grass and the way the yard looks with lines going in different directions.

But one thing I don't like is dealing with ground moles that, while small in size, can do some major damage to your yard.

What Are Ground Moles?

Moles are small mammals that live underground and create unsightly ridges and mounds of soil in lawns and gardens.

While moles do not eat garden plants or the roots of turf grass, the soil piles and raised trails found in the yard can be a real pain in the butt.

What Are Moles Good For?

Nobody likes moles because of the damage they do to yards, but they also make a positive contribution to the health of the landscape. Their tunneling and mound-building mix soil nutrients and improve soil aeration and drainage.

Moles also eat may lawn and garden pests, including cranefly larvae and slugs.

How To Get Moles Out Of Your Yard

There are several ways to get moles out of your yard.

One of the most effective ways to control mole populations is to eliminate their food sources. Moles are attracted to areas where there are plenty of insects, grubs, and worms to eat. By controlling their food sources, you can control the mole populations.

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You can also use mole repellents, dig exclusion trenches, and practice good lawn hygiene (mowing the grass and removing wood stacks and debris piles that shelter them).

If you prefer home remedies, you can eliminate their food sources, plant daffodils, or use castor oil.

Another solution to try is Red Fox Urine or Grey Wolf Urine. These are predators that kill moles so if they smell the urine they might leave and not come back. 

If none of these solutions work you might want to call an exterminator.