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Voles are small burrowing rodents that can cause big problems in lawns and gardens. While often mistaken for moles, rats, or mice, voles have their own distinct behaviors and habits. Sometimes called meadow mice, they dig shallow tunnels and create well-worn surface runways that damage turf and plant roots.
Though they typically live in fields, voles may be drawn to residential yards, especially if there’s dense vegetation, mulch, or other easy shelter and food sources (voles are primarily herbivores). Once in your yard or commercial premises, they can cause damage.
If you think you’re dealing with a vole problem, get in touch with us. Our trained technicians will inspect your property and devise a vole control plan.
When DIY efforts don’t work or vole numbers grow quickly, professional help can make all the difference. Our trained technicians understand how to identify and treat a vole infestation using proven vole pest control techniques tailored to your yard and garden.
If you’re not sure which kind of pest is causing damage in your yard, just give us a call. We’ll come and inspect your property and design a custom treatment plan based on your needs.
Recognizing and responding to a vole problem early can help prevent more extensive damage. Below are common signs to look for, tips on how to get rid of voles in your yard, and insight into the difference between vole removal and vole extermination.
Look for narrow surface runways in the grass, especially near garden beds or walkways. You may also see fresh soil near small holes, signs of root damage, or even discover dead voles in open areas.
To help both discourage active voles and prevent more from coming, remove shelter like tall grass, trim back dense areas of vegetation, and eliminate excess mulch. Doing so can also deter other wildlife from calling your yard home. In more severe cases, our pest control technicians may apply targeted baiting or vole repellents.
Vole extermination focuses on reducing population size, often with bait or chemical controls. Professional vole removal favors non-lethal methods like trapping and exclusion to relocate animals and prevent re-entry.
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Ehrlich professionals are trained on the latest control methods to get rid of voles and on how to prevent them. If you think you have a vole infestation, call Ehrlich at 800-837-5520 or use the online form to set up an appointment.
Prevention doesn't stop after removal. The tips below offer practical steps to help make your yard less appealing to voles in the long term.
Voles reproduce rapidly, which makes prevention especially important. A single pair can produce over 100 young in one season, quickly turning a small issue into a widespread infestation. The following tips can help keep voles out of the yard.
Maintaining a low-risk environment is key to long-term vole control. Continue monitoring for new runways or burrow activity, and keep vegetation trimmed to limit shelter and access to food sources.
Ongoing monitoring and support are part of the Integrated Pest Management (IPM) approach utilised here at Ehrlich. Our technicians will follow up after initial treatments to check their progress and make any necessary adjustments.
Voles typically stay clear of humans, though they can bite if they feel threatened or cornered. They can be destructive, however, often damaging turf, chewing through plant roots, and stripping bark from trees and shrubs.
It depends on the size of the infestation and the property conditions. Some cases can be managed in a few visits, while others may take longer. Your Ehrlich technician can advise on the severity of the problem and give you an estimate after an inspection.
Repair may include reseeding grass, replacing damaged plants, and restoring soil structure. Your Ehrlich technician can also recommend steps to prevent further issues.
Ehrlich offers trusted vole control services across the Eastern United States. Contact your local branch to schedule an inspection and learn how we can help with vole pest control and long-term prevention.
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