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Mole Control in British Columbia

We clear moles from your lawn and garden beds, then help stop them tunnelling back in.

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WHERE MOLES DIG

Mole Control for Lawns, Gardens & Sports Fields

Moles push up soil and lift the turf wherever they hunt for worms. These are the parts of Lower Mainland properties where they cause the most trouble.

Front and back lawns

Damp, well-watered grass full of earthworms draws the most molehills from fall to spring.

Garden beds and borders

Soft, mulched soil is easy digging, so tunnels often follow beds, hedges and fence lines.

Sports fields and large grounds

School fields, strata lawns, parks and golf courses give a mole open turf to spread its tunnels across.

MOLE, VOLE OR GRUB DIGGING?

How to Identify a Mole

Voles, raccoons and skunks damage lawns too, but each one leaves a different mark.

Molehills

Round heaps of loose soil with no open hole, pushed up from a mole’s deeper tunnels.

Surface ridges

Raised lines winding across the lawn. These are shallow feeding tunnels, also dug by moles.

Voles

Narrow trails worn through long grass, with small open holes and no heaps of soil.

Chewed bulbs and roots

Moles eat worms and grubs, not plants. Bitten bulbs, roots or bark point to voles.

Torn-up turf

Sod flipped over or dotted with small holes, but no soil pile, is raccoons or skunks after grubs.

Giant molehills

Mounds over 40 cm wide near Abbotsford may belong to the endangered Townsend’s mole.

WHAT TO LOOK FOR

Signs of Moles in Your Yard

Fresh mounds after rain

New heaps of dark soil after wet weather show a mole is feeding close by.

Raised lines in the grass

Ridges of lifted turf trace the shallow runs where a mole hunts for worms.

Soft, sinking spots

Ground that gives way underfoot is sitting on top of a fresh tunnel.

Wilting bedding plants

Plants droop when a tunnel passes under them and leaves their roots in air.

Mounds back after raking

New heaps along the same line mean the tunnel is still in daily use.

Soil caught by the mower

Heaps of soil and stones blunt mower blades and scalp the grass around them.

WHY EARLY ACTION MATTERS

Why Moles Are Worth Dealing with Early

One mole can work a whole lawn, and the damage builds week after week.

A tunnel network that spreads

A mole keeps adding new runs through the wet months, lifting fresh parts of the yard.

Trip hazards underfoot

Hidden tunnels collapse under a step, a real risk on play areas and sports fields.

Bare soil for weeds

Every flattened mound leaves a bald patch where weeds take hold first.

Tip: to check if a tunnel is still used, press a short stretch of ridge flat. If it’s raised again within a day or two, a mole is active there.

OUR MOLE PROCESS

How We Clear Moles from Your Lawn

Inspect

We walk the lawn and beds to find the tunnels a mole uses every day.

Identify

We confirm it’s a mole, not voles or grub-digging, and check which species.

Treat

Traps are set in the busiest runs, where the mole is sure to pass.

Protect

We return to check for new mounds and advise on barriers for key beds.

LAWFUL, TARGETED METHODS

Mole Removal & Mole Barriers That Follow BC Law

BC lets property owners control the common coast mole, but poison and gas are illegal. Townsend’s mole is endangered and must be left unharmed.

Trapping in active runs

Traps go in the tunnels a mole uses daily, not under every heap.

Underground barriers

Fine mesh or solid edging set 20–30 cm deep keeps moles out of key beds.

Endangered mole check

In the Abbotsford area, we confirm the species before any work begins.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Every Mole Job Includes

Lawn, bed and border inspection
Trapped moles removed from your property
Mole, vole or grub damage confirmed
Methods that follow BC wildlife law
Barrier advice for valued beds
Return check for new mounds

WHY EXOPEST

Why Choose Exopest

Locally owned in Surrey
Licensed and WorkSafeBC covered
Clear price before work starts
Safe for families and pets
Every job guaranteed
Homes and businesses across BC

DIY OR PROFESSIONAL?

When to Call a Professional

A single mound after heavy rain may be a mole passing through. Fresh heaps day after day mean one has settled in. Call us if you notice:

Sonic spikes and home remedies seldom move a mole for long. We find the runs it relies on and deal with the mole there.

LOCAL MOLE ADVICE

How to Protect Your Lawn from Moles

Wet Lower Mainland soil holds plenty of earthworms, which is why moles do so well in lawns from Surrey to Chilliwack.

The mole year in BC

Season	Moles are	What to do
Fall	Digging near the surface as rains return	Watch for the first fresh heaps
Winter	At their busiest; mounds after wet spells	Rake mounds flat and note new ones
Late winter to spring	Mating, then young born underground	Best window to deal with moles
Summer	Deeper in cool soil; young move out	Reseed bare patches, fit barriers

Most mounds appear in the wet months, so fall is the time to start watching.

7 ways to protect your lawn from moles

Rake fresh molehills flat and reseed the bare soil.
Press raised ridges down underfoot before you mow.
Bury fine mesh or solid edging 20–30 cm deep around prized beds.
Avoid overwatering; soggy lawns keep worms, and moles, near the surface.
Never use poison baits or gas cartridges; both are illegal for moles in BC.
Treating chafer grubs helps against raccoon and skunk digging, but won’t stop moles.
Put up a barn owl box; owls hunt moles and voles at night.

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CLEAR, HONEST PRICING

How Much Does Mole Control Cost in BC?

Every yard is different, so we price the job once we’ve seen the tunnels. The quote is confirmed before we begin.

Size of the grounds

A small front lawn takes less time than a school field.

Active tunnel systems

More runs in use means more work to clear them.

Barriers wanted

Mesh or edging around beds adds materials and labour.

Type of property

Homes, strata grounds and sports fields each need a different plan.

Need an exact price?

Call 604-760-1542 for a free quote based on the size of your lawn or grounds.

FOR HOMES AND LANDLORDS

Pest Control for Your Home

Moles in the lawn, rodents in the walls and insects indoors, dealt with at family homes, townhouses and rental properties.

FOR EVERY BUSINESS

Pest Control for Your Business

Moles and other pests managed on strata grounds, school fields, parks and business sites, on a schedule that suits you.

VERIFIED GOOGLE REVIEWS

What Our Customers Say

See what customers across Surrey, Langley and the Fraser Valley say after working with our team.

    
 
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Kashif was very professional. Responded promptly to my messages and showed up on time to get the job done. Would recommend.
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Exceptional service by a local Canadian owned company. We called Exopest at 9pm on a Friday night and Manager Kashif Naseer picked up the phone! He was at our home in less than 24 hours. A significant mouse problem was irradiated 24 hours later. Kashif is a true professional: polite, proficient, he educated us, and he solved the problem for us. Could not be happier to recommend this company. Thank you Exopest!
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Kashif just left.  Bald faced Hornets nest hanging in our front yard tree is safely deactivated.  Minor activity still but he said it should be dormant by tomorrow.  Super responsive and really nice guy.  I checked prices and he's extremely reasonably priced.  Easily 5 stars.  Would recommend and call again anytime for services if needed!  Thanks Kashif and Exopest!
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Exo Pest Control were a pleasure to deal with: responsive, punctual, and effective. kashif provided the technical services and were expert and friendly. I highly recommend this company in the event you have unwelcome cohabitants. thanks kashif
  
 
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LOWER MAINLAND & FRASER VALLEY

Mole Control in Surrey, Langley & Across the Lower Mainland

From our base in Surrey, we clear moles from lawns in Surrey, Langley, Abbotsford and communities across the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley. Select your area below.

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HELPFUL ANSWERS

Mole Control FAQs

Clear answers to the mole questions Lower Mainland homeowners ask us most.

Is it legal to trap or kill moles in BC?

For the common coast mole, yes. BC’s Wildlife Act lets you control one to protect your property. Poison baits, gas, drowning and leghold traps are illegal, and Townsend’s mole, found near Abbotsford, is endangered and must not be harmed.

How can I tell a coast mole from a Townsend's mole?

Townsend’s mole is the bigger of the two, about 20 cm long, and in Canada lives only around Abbotsford and Huntingdon. Its molehills are often more than 15 cm high and 40 cm wide. If you see mounds that size, call us before trying any control.

Do moles eat my plants and bulbs?

No. Moles feed mainly on earthworms, plus grubs, slugs and other soil insects. Plants suffer only when a tunnel lifts or dries out their roots. Bulbs and roots that have been eaten are a sign of voles.

Why do molehills appear in fall and winter?

Rain softens the soil and keeps earthworms near the surface, so moles dig more and push up more soil. In dry summers they move deeper, and fewer mounds show.

Will treating my lawn for grubs get rid of moles?

Usually not. Grubs are only part of a mole’s diet; earthworms are the main part. Nematodes for chafer beetle grubs do help stop raccoons and skunks tearing up the lawn.

Do sonic spikes or castor oil repellents work?

Results are mixed. Castor oil may push a mole to another part of the yard for a while, and there is little evidence that sonic or vibrating spikes work. Neither removes a mole that has settled in.

Are moles rodents?

No. Moles are insect-eating mammals, closer to shrews than to rats or mice. Our rodent control team handles them because the work is similar: finding active runs and keeping animals out.

How much does mole control cost?

It depends on the size of the lawn or grounds, how many tunnels are active and whether you want barriers fitted. Call 604-760-1542 for a free quote.

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Mole Control in British Columbia

Mole Control for Lawns, Gardens & Sports Fields

Front and back lawns

Garden beds and borders

Sports fields and large grounds

How to Identify a Mole

Molehills

Surface ridges

Voles

Chewed bulbs and roots

Torn-up turf

Giant molehills

Signs of Moles in Your Yard

Fresh mounds after rain

Raised lines in the grass

Soft, sinking spots

Wilting bedding plants

Mounds back after raking

Soil caught by the mower

Why Moles Are Worth Dealing with Early

A tunnel network that spreads

Trip hazards underfoot

Bare soil for weeds

How We Clear Moles from Your Lawn

Inspect

Identify

Treat

Protect

Mole Removal & Mole Barriers That Follow BC Law

Trapping in active runs

Underground barriers

Endangered mole check

Every Mole Job Includes

Why Choose Exopest

When to Call a Professional

How to Protect Your Lawn from Moles

The mole year in BC

7 ways to protect your lawn from moles

How Much Does Mole Control Cost in BC?

Size of the grounds

Active tunnel systems

Barriers wanted

Type of property

Need an exact price?

Pest Control for Your Home

Pest Control for Your Business

What Our Customers Say

Mole Control in Surrey, Langley & Across the Lower Mainland

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Mole Control FAQs

Is it legal to trap or kill moles in BC?

How can I tell a coast mole from a Townsend's mole?

Do moles eat my plants and bulbs?

Why do molehills appear in fall and winter?

Will treating my lawn for grubs get rid of moles?

Do sonic spikes or castor oil repellents work?

Are moles rodents?

How much does mole control cost?

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