Moles

Professional Mole Trapping Services

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If you’re suffering with an infestation of moles, whether they are in your garden, on a golf course or in a horse paddock, Bentley Environmental Pest Services can offer effective and affordable professional mole trapping services.

Our expert mole catchers use traditional mole trapping methods. This means we only use the very best mole traps and that we do not use alternative measures of control, which involve gasses or poisons.

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Mole Trapping FAQ

Most frequent questions and answers

Our prices vary depending on the size of the area that trapping will be carried out in. We can be more accurate with pricing when carrying out a site survey.
For domestic & commercial mole clearances we charge between £50.00 – £80.00 for the initial setup fee and then between £25.00 – £45.00 for each mole caught within the same trapping programme.

Yes we do. We would carry out a site visit and survey to create an estimate for larger clearances of moles.

We’re based between Winchester and Andover and we cover a large amount of Hampshire, some parts of Wiltshire and some parts of Berkshire.

There are a few ‘old wives tales’ about how you can deter moles:

  • Putting glass or unpleasant smelling moth balls into the mole runs.
  • Placing electric pulse tubes in the soil with the hope that the vibrations will move the moles on. 
  • Cutting bottles in half and placing them cap end in the ground so the noise from the wind over the bottle will keep the moles at a distance.
  • Planting certain types of shrubs, such as alliums and caper surge 

Unfortunately there is no scientific credibility whatsoever behind these treatments and often, they will do more harm than good, making it harder to remove the moles. 

The fact is, if your ground has lots of earthworms and grubs, there is little you can do to deter them. Professional trapping is the only reliable solution to treat an unwanted mole problem.

We aim to respond to mole call outs within 2 – 3 days, but if we are particularly busy it can be within 5 – 10 days.
The weather also plays a role in when we can schedule a visit, if it’s particularly wet or the ground is frozen then treatment may be held back.

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Quick Facts About Moles

Moles can turn your lawn and garden areas into an unsightly mess in next to no time. You can go to bed one evening and wake up the next morning with a miniature mountain range on your lawn! Moles cause damage to plants roots and turf by excavating the soil away and causing shallow collapses in the ground. This is why keeping moles under control is essential in paddocks with livestock in, especially horses.

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Moles are solitary creatures most of the year round, apart from their breeding season which is from February to June. They have 1 litter per year with 3-4 young.

They rarely come above ground, but evidence of activity from a solitary mole can spread far and wide as a mole tunnel system can cover 100 – 1000 square meters.
Moles create extensive networks of permanent tunnels and feeding tunnels, so that’s when you’re most likely to notice the effects of moles on your property.

How to identify if you have an active mole infestation

  • Small to large mounds of soil appear on turfed areas or in flower borders.
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  • Small sized holes 2-3 inches appear in lawn areas or flower borders.
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  • Depressions in the ground which are felt underfoot, or raised areas about 2-4 inches in width, with sporadic patterns.

Our Customer Reviews

Charlotte Jobson
Charlotte Jobson
15 December 2023
I recently had the misfortune of discovering loud noises in the loft, and needless to say, panic set in. After a quick search for reliable pest control services, I stumbled upon Bentley Environmental Pest Services, and I can confidently say that their service was nothing short of outstanding. From the moment I called George he was top-notch and was very prompt in taking action. After strategically placing cameras, George efficiently installed the right traps. It was a comprehensive solution that showcased his dedication to resolving the issue effectively. His daily communication was a game-changer. Updates on the surveillance results and progress kept me informed at every step. George exceeded my expectations with his tech-savvy approach, personalised service and unwavering commitment to communication. I highly recommend his outstanding pest control services for anyone dealing with a similar situation and I will be engaging on a maintenance plan going forward.
Dani Burnett
Dani Burnett
7 September 2023
Would highly recommend Bentley environmental who came out today to treat a wasps nest in my porch! I'm all about customer service and I couldn't fault him! He was friendly, chatty and just a smashing guy! Professional and got the job done quickly!
Peter Whyte
Peter Whyte
18 July 2023
Excellent prompt service - wasps nest dealt with efficiently and safely. A very professional service. Many thanks George.
Andrew Coombes
Andrew Coombes
2 July 2023
Came quickly, very knowledgeable about the subject, cured the problem. Would definitely recommend.
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1 June 2023
We cannot recommend George highly enough. He was extremely professional, easy to reach and made us feel very comfortable and confident in his ability. George kept us up to date regularly and talked through all options frequently. George went above and beyond and talked us through everything he was doing. He was very fair with his costs and didn’t do anything without the okay first. We can absolutely recommend George for any pest problems. If ever we have a problems in the future. He will be our first call. Thank you George for your help and professionalism.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth
17 January 2023
George is extremely knowledgeable with rodent control, I would recommend him to my friends and family. Thank you for your professional service. Elizabeth, Swanmore
Chris Peters
Chris Peters
19 October 2022
Wasps nest treated quickly and informed of the process step by step. Very happy with the service and friendly approach. Would highly recommend!
Jon Vokes
Jon Vokes
3 October 2022
We called Bentley Environmental Services having gotten a less than speedy timeframe from the council and we’re so glad we did. I had used a spray foam as it meant I could try from a distance. There was no way I was going into the attic! George was able to come out to us the very same day to deal with a wasp issue in our attic. Our 13month daughter had been stung twice in the space of 24hours. The nest was sorted from inside the attic and outside the house so we’re very confident they will be eradicated. Very professional and very friendly. Would highly recommend
Katie Frost
Katie Frost
22 June 2022
George has helped us with numerous pest control issues in recent years. Rats, mice, hornets and wasps - on each occasion he has responded quickly, dealt with the problem and provided clear explanations about the work and any follow up required. Very happy to recommend.
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Emma Business Development Manager
25 May 2022
Excellent service. Responsive and very professional advice given. Allowed me time to gain an understanding of how best to approach the pest problems I was experiencing. Would use again and highly recommend.

Where Do We Cover?

Our service area is mostly Hampshire base, but we aren’t restricted, so we can also offer cover in parts of Wiltshire & Berkshire.

Calls are usually responded to within 24 hours, but if we are particularly busy then sometimes it may take us a little longer.

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