MOLES AND VOLES
What are moles and voles?
Moles are small mammals that have long narrow snouts, small eyes, rounded bodies and front claws that they use for digging and tunneling. A vole is a small rodent resembling a mouse but with a stouter body, a shorter hairy tail, a slightly rounder head, and smaller ears and eyes. There are approximately 70 species of voles; they are sometimes known as meadow mice or field mice in North America.
Why do I have them?
No real reason. Moles and voles are native to Colorado and sometimes make their way onto residential and commercial properties.
Are they dangerous?
They do not pose any know health risks to humans or pets, however the can cause significant and expensive damage to landscaping.
How do you get rid of moles and voles?
Getting rid of moles and voles can be a tricky task as they are elusive creatures and their numbers are large. That's why our service includes the necessary treatments and follow ups needed.
Is the treatment safe?
Home Check uses the least amount of material as possible while still resolving the problem. We utilize natural products, baits, and mechanical means as a form of treatment as much as possible. When conventional materials are required, we follow very stringent guidelines for the use of the product so that is poses no threat to people or pets. All products are registered by the EPA. Our service technicians will inform you of any specific safety measures that need to be taken.
How can I prevent this in the future?
Pest problems can be difficult to prevent. Many of our clients choose to continue service with our Common Pest Control service to keep pests out of their home.
How do I schedule service?
You can either call the phone number listed at the top of this web page or click here to fill out our online form. A customer service specialist will get back with you right away.
Moles are small mammals that have long narrow snouts, small eyes, rounded bodies and front claws that they use for digging and tunneling. A vole is a small rodent resembling a mouse but with a stouter body, a shorter hairy tail, a slightly rounder head, and smaller ears and eyes. There are approximately 70 species of voles; they are sometimes known as meadow mice or field mice in North America.
Why do I have them?
No real reason. Moles and voles are native to Colorado and sometimes make their way onto residential and commercial properties.
Are they dangerous?
They do not pose any know health risks to humans or pets, however the can cause significant and expensive damage to landscaping.
How do you get rid of moles and voles?
Getting rid of moles and voles can be a tricky task as they are elusive creatures and their numbers are large. That's why our service includes the necessary treatments and follow ups needed.
Is the treatment safe?
Home Check uses the least amount of material as possible while still resolving the problem. We utilize natural products, baits, and mechanical means as a form of treatment as much as possible. When conventional materials are required, we follow very stringent guidelines for the use of the product so that is poses no threat to people or pets. All products are registered by the EPA. Our service technicians will inform you of any specific safety measures that need to be taken.
How can I prevent this in the future?
Pest problems can be difficult to prevent. Many of our clients choose to continue service with our Common Pest Control service to keep pests out of their home.
How do I schedule service?
You can either call the phone number listed at the top of this web page or click here to fill out our online form. A customer service specialist will get back with you right away.