Mole & Vole Control in Omaha, NE
Quality Pest Control Protects Your Property from Pests
Moles and voles may be cute from a distance, but the last thing you want is for them to take up residence in your yard. These small mammals can cause significant damage to your property and plants. If you're dealing with a mole or vole problem at your home in Omaha, NE, Quality Pest Control has the solution.
In addition to our top-tier residential pest control services, we also take a proactive approach to pest management. We believe that the best way to deal with a pest problem is to prevent the problem from happening in the first place. Our pest control experts help you take proactive measures against moles and voles, empowering you to protect your home by providing the information and resources you need.
Dealing with a mole or vole problem can be stressful and frustrating. Leave it to our Omaha mole and vole control experts. Dial (402) 534-1364 or contact us online.
The Difference Between Moles & Voles
Moles and voles are both small mammals that can wreak havoc on lawns and gardens, but they have distinct differences in behavior and appearance. Moles are burrowing animals that primarily feed on insects and earthworms, while voles are herbivores that consume plants and roots. Understanding these differences is crucial for implementing effective control strategies.
- Appearance: Moles have cylindrical bodies, hairless, pointed snouts, and large paddle-like front feet designed for digging. Voles, on the other hand, resemble small mice with stocky bodies, short tails, and rounded snouts.
- Behavior: Moles create unsightly tunnels and mounds in lawns as they search for food underground. Voles, on the contrary, leave surface runways in grass and gnaw on the base of plants, causing significant damage to gardens.
- Treatments:
- Moles: While toxic baiting and trapping were once considered effective methods for controlling moles, no more! Quality Pest Control has started using the BurrowRx system. Active tunnels are located and flooded with carbon monoxide (a humane and very effective way to control moles).
- Voles: While baiting remains the primary control measure, we also implement an IPM approach with voles, focusing on habitat and exclusion as well.
Understanding the distinctions between moles and voles empowers homeowners to take action against these pests, preserving the beauty and health of outdoor spaces.
Signs you might have moles:
- Mound-shaped piles of soil (molehills) at the entrance of burrowing tunnels.
- Raised ridges criss crossing your lawn, indicating tunnel paths beneath.
- Areas of the lawn feeling spongy or loose due to underground tunneling.
Signs you have voles:
- Visible narrow pathways or runways on the surface of the lawn or garden.
- Chewed plant roots, bulbs, or bark at the base of trees and shrubs.
- Small, round holes leading to burrow entrances scattered across your yard.
Allowing either to run rampant can lead to significant damage. Moles create ground instability with their tunneling, potentially harming the roots of plants and trees and creating unsightly ridges across lawns. Meanwhile, voles’ dietary habits can devastate gardens and undermine the health of young trees and shrubs. If not managed properly, both can transform a well-maintained yard into a patchwork of destruction.
Your Questions, Answered!
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What are the dangers of wildlife on my Omaha property?
Wild animals in Omaha can damage structures, destroy gardens, and spread diseases that create health hazards. Animals such as raccoons and squirrels can cause structural fires if they start nesting in attics or chimneys. There is also the risk of wild animal bites, which may require medical treatment. Wildlife may be fun to observe in their natural habitat, but it's important to implement proper wildlife pest control practices to keep them away from your property.
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Can I take care of a wildlife issue on my own?
The wildlife removal process can be complicated and dangerous without the proper expertise. It takes experienced professionals with specialized knowledge and training in humane animal management practices to handle the job correctly. At Quality Pest Control, we have a Certified Wildlife Control Professional (CWCP) on staff to ensure we address any wildlife issues you may encounter at your home or business.. With our comprehensive approach, you know your property is being safely taken care of according to industry standards.
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How can I prevent a wildlife problem in the future?
The best way to prevent a wildlife problem is by taking preventive measures:
- Trim trees and shrubs regularly to reduce hiding places and food sources.
- Keep garbage securely stored in containers with tight lids.
- Seal off any openings or entry points into your home or business.
- Eliminate any standing water sources on your property that could attract animals.
For additional suggestions on how to prevent a wildlife problem in the future, contact us today; we're always here to help.
Our Process for Dealing with a Mole
Your once peaceful yard has turned into a battleground, overrun by tunneling moles—leaving destruction in their wake. Fear not! We’ve got the ultimate solution: BurrowRX.
The BurrowRX treatment effectively addresses mole infestations by dispersing carbon monoxide throughout their underground tunnel systems. This method safely eliminates these pests by depriving them of oxygen, ensuring they cannot continue to damage your property.
Our strategic mole process includes the following:
- On-site wildlife specialists: Our experts will visit your property, listen to your concerns, inspect, and create a customized plan based on your unique environment. Clear expectations for follow-up visits and desired results will be set.
- Traditional methods: Baits and traps may be crucial in capturing moles that escape our BurrowRX carbon monoxide treatment.
- Environmental modifications: We’re committed to sustainable practices while addressing your concerns.
- No secondary kills: Rest assured, once the carbon monoxide dissipates, there’s no risk to anything else entering the burrow system, and secondary harm to non-target species is unlikely.
Our Process for Dealing with a Vole
Voles, being different from moles in their dietary and habitat preferences, often require a more varied strategy. While the BurrowRX system remains an option under certain conditions, our primary methods focus on baiting and trapping. These techniques are tailored to the unique behaviors of voles, aiming to control their population without the extensive use of carbon monoxide treatments. Our trained wildlife specialists carefully select and place baits and traps, ensuring minimal impact on the surrounding ecosystem and preventing harm to non-target species.
Our strategic Vole process includes the following:
- On-site wildlife specialists: Our experts will visit your property, listen to your concerns, inspect, and create a customized plan based on your unique environment. Clear expectations for follow-up visits and desired results will be set.
- Traditional methods: Baits and traps are typically used capturing Voles and sometimes BurrowRX carbon monoxide treatment may be used.
- Environmental modifications: We’re committed to sustainable practices while addressing your concerns.
- No secondary kills: Rest assured, once the carbon monoxide dissipates, there’s no risk to anything else entering the burrow system, and secondary harm to non-target species is unlikely.
Don’t let these pests take over. Trust Quality Pest Control to reclaim your yard and restore your peace of mind.
Maintaining a Mole and Vole-Free Yard
Preventing the return of moles and voles after treatment necessitates a proactive stance on yard maintenance and wildlife management.
Tips to keep these burrowing pests at bay include:
- Regular inspections: Partner with Quality Pest Control for routine inspections, ensuring early detection and intervention before mole or vole populations can establish themselves.
- Good yard hygiene: Reduce the attractiveness of your property to pests by maintaining a clean yard—remove debris, keep grass trimmed, and eliminate excess moisture.
- Natural deterrents: Incorporate plants that naturally repel moles and voles, such as daffodils and marigolds, around the perimeter of your garden and yard.
- Barrier methods: For trees and young plants, consider installing wire mesh guards around the base to prevent vole damage.
Leveraging our ongoing maintenance and inspection services affords you the peace of mind that your yard remains a deterrent to moles, voles, and other pests. Our Omaha mole and vole specialists are highly trained and licensed. As a company, Quality Pest Control is dedicated to sustainable, effective solutions that protect your outdoor space and promote a healthy, vibrant ecosystem.
If you are struggling with a mole or vole infestation, turn to our team for help. Call us at (402) 534-1364 or message us online.
Don’t let pests invade your home or business. Instead, count on our highly trained and experienced team at Quality Pest Control to solve even your most challenging pest problems. If you have questions or are ready to schedule your consultation, contact us today!
We promise to serve our clients and their families, delivering exceptional home pest control service with the highest degree of integrity. We are dedicated to protecting the health and property of our clients while being good stewards of our environment.
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