Mole Pest Control

Fresh mounds of soil appearing across lawns, paddocks or playing fields are a clear sign that moles have moved in. While these shy animals are rarely seen, their tunnelling can quickly spoil carefully kept grass and create hazards for people, pets and livestock.

Chris Tudor Pest Control provides effective mole control for gardens, smallholdings and commercial grounds across Stroud, Stonehouse, Chalford, Bussage, Bisley, Painswick, Birdlip, Cranham, Nailsworth, Dursley, Charfield, Wotton‑under‑Edge, Thornbury, Berkeley, Slimbridge, Frampton‑on‑Severn, Gloucester, Upton St. Leonards, Cheltenham, Cirencester, South Cerney, Kemble, Cricklade, Fairford, Lechlade, Tetbury, Malmesbury, Bibury, Burford, Carterton, Bourton‑on‑the‑Water, Moreton‑in‑Marsh and the surrounding Gloucestershire villages.

Understanding Moles and Their Tunnels

Moles are insect‑eating mammals that spend almost all their lives underground. They feed mainly on earthworms and other soil‑dwelling invertebrates, which is why:

• well‑watered, rich lawns and paddocks are particularly attractive
• moist soils in places like Stroud, Nailsworth, Tetbury and the Severn Vale provide ideal conditions for tunnelling
• they can appear suddenly after periods of rain when worms are active near the surface

A single mole can create an extensive tunnel network, sometimes reaching many metres in a short time. This is why a few molehills can quickly turn into a chain stretching across the garden, field or sports pitch.

Problems Caused by Moles

While moles don’t gnaw on roots or feed on plants, their activity can still cause significant damage:

• Lawn damage – unsightly molehills and surface runs ruin the appearance of lawns and formal gardens.
• Risk to livestock and machinery – on paddocks and fields around Dursley, Wotton‑under‑Edge, Thornbury, Berkeley, Slimbridge and Frampton‑on‑Severn, molehills can damage mowing equipment and create trip hazards for horses, sheep and cattle.
• Contamination of grass and silage – soil mixed into grass cut for silage can reduce quality and cause issues for livestock.
• Uneven ground – tunnels can undermine roots and lead to sinking ground or damaged turf, especially on sports or play areas in places like Gloucester, Cheltenham, Cirencester, Fairford, Lechlade and Bourton‑on‑the‑Water.

Because moles are solitary and territorial, dealing with the right individual at the right time is key.

Signs You Need Mole Control

You may need professional help if you notice:

• fresh, crumbly molehills appearing regularly
• long raised ridges or sunken runs beneath the grass
• hills spreading from boundary edges into main lawn or paddock areas
• repeat problems in the same areas year after year

If you’re unsure whether the damage in your garden in Stroud, South Cerney, Kemble, Cricklade or Bibury is caused by moles or something else, Chris can confirm during a site visit and advise on the best course of action.

How We Deal with Moles

Chris Tudor Pest Control focuses on quick, targeted removal using proven, humane methods:

In certain larger or specialist sites, other approved methods may be discussed, but trapping is usually the most practical and reliable option.

Mole Control for Different Types of Property

We regularly help:

• Homeowners with lawns and ornamental gardens in Stroud, Stonehouse, Chalford, Bussage, Bisley, Painswick, Birdlip and Cranham.
• Smallholdings and farms dealing with moles in paddocks, grazing land and hay fields around Berkeley, Slimbridge, Frampton‑on‑Severn, South Cerney, Kemble and Cricklade.
• Sports grounds and amenity areas such as village greens, school fields and pitches in Gloucester, Cheltenham, Cirencester, Fairford, Lechlade, Bourton‑on‑the‑Water and Moreton‑in‑Marsh.

Treatment plans are tailored to the scale of the problem and how the land is used.

Reducing the Chance of Future Problems

Moles are part of the wider countryside, so it’s impossible to guarantee they’ll never return, especially in rural areas. However, early intervention keeps damage to a minimum and prevents tunnel systems from becoming extensive.

Chris can also advise on:

• monitoring for new activity at field or boundary edges
• the best times of year to check and act, depending on local conditions
• realistic expectations for ongoing control in mole‑prone areas