Eastern Mole

Eastern moles are small mammals, typically 5-8 inches long, with pointed snouts, small eyes hidden in their fur, and large, paddle-like front feet adapted for digging. They have velvety, gray-brown fur and lack external ears. Their bodies are cylindrical and streamlined for navigating tunnels.

The most obvious sign of mole activity is raised ridges in your lawn, created by shallow tunneling. You may also notice molehills – small mounds of excavated soil pushed up to the surface. These tunnels and mounds can disrupt plant roots and create unsightly damage to lawns and gardens in Myrtle Beach.

MBPC offers trapping and relocation services for mole control in accordance with SC Department of Pesticide Regulation guidelines and local ordinances. Our licensed technicians can assess the extent of the mole activity on your property and implement a targeted trapping strategy to remove them humanely. We do not use poisons or chemicals for mole control.

Reduce grub populations in your lawn to limit the moles' food source – consider beneficial nematodes or other environmentally friendly grub control methods. Install underground fencing or mesh barriers around vulnerable garden areas to prevent moles from accessing them. Maintain good lawn drainage to make the soil less attractive to moles in coastal SC.

Eastern moles thrive in the sandy soils of Myrtle Beach and the Grand Strand. They prefer moist, well-drained soils rich in earthworms and grubs, their primary food source. They create extensive tunnel systems underground, often near gardens, lawns, and wooded areas, and are active year-round due to the mild climate.

Peak activity: Year-Round