Mole Control in Newcastle, Sunderland & Durham
Mole control £192 inc. VAT including two treatment visits.
Moles can cause extensive damage to lawns, paddocks, sports grounds and landscaped areas through persistent tunnelling and spoil heaps. Pest Shield provides professional, inspection-led mole control across Newcastle, Sunderland, Durham and the wider North East, focusing on reducing activity and preventing ongoing damage.
Why Moles Become a Problem
Moles are highly territorial and can excavate large tunnel systems in a short period of time. While they do not eat plants or roots, their tunnelling can:
Ruin lawns, gardens and landscaped areas
Create uneven or unsafe ground
Damage sports pitches and recreational land
Disrupt paddocks, fields and managed grounds
Activity often increases after rainfall as worms move closer to the surface, which can make infestations appear sudden or severe.
Our Inspection-Led Mole Control Process
1. Site Inspection & Activity Assessment
A qualified technician assesses:
Fresh vs historic molehills
Active tunnel runs
Ground conditions and soil type
Size of the affected area
Access and safety considerations
This determines whether control is appropriate and where effort should be focused.
2. Targeted Control Measures
Control methods are applied only where active runs are identified. Correct placement is critical — setting traps in inactive tunnels wastes time and money.
We focus on:
Active travel routes
High-pressure tunnel areas
Strategic placement to reduce repeated disturbance
3. Monitoring & Follow-Up
Mole activity can fluctuate as tunnels collapse or new ground is explored. Follow-up visits may be required to:
Confirm activity has ceased
Identify new runs
Adjust control measures
We will always explain expected timescales based on site conditions.
Important Things to Know About Mole Control
Moles are solitary — activity may reduce gradually, not instantly
New molehills after treatment do not always mean failure
Neighbouring land can be a source of reinfestation
Prevention is limited — control focuses on activity reduction
We’ll be honest about what’s achievable before work starts.
Mole Control for Domestic & Commercial Sites
We provide mole control for:
Private gardens and lawns
Sports grounds and playing fields
Schools and public land
Paddocks, fields and estates
Each site is assessed individually to ensure safe, proportionate control.
Why Choose Pest Shield?
Local North East technicians
Inspection-led, evidence-based approach
Correct identification of active runs
Realistic expectations and honest advice
Clear electronic reporting
Areas We Cover
We provide mole control across Newcastle, Sunderland, Durham, Gateshead and surrounding areas throughout the North East.
Book an Assessment
If mole activity is causing damage to your land or grounds, early inspection helps prevent escalation.
📞 Call us on 0191 7166647
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