Moles are not actually rodents — they are insectivores in the order Eulipotyphla, more closely related to shrews than to rats or gophers. However, they are commonly grouped with rodent pest control because they cause similar burrowing damage to lawns and are handled by the same pest control specialists.

Moles Rodent Control in Southern California

Q: How do I get rid of moles in my yard?

Professional mole control begins by identifying which surface tunnels are currently active, placing specialized traps in confirmed active sections, and following up to confirm elimination. Rodent Guys provides mole control throughout Southern California with a 60-day guarantee.

Q: Is mole rodent control safe for pets?

Rodent Guys uses only trapping and carbon monoxide for mole control, no rodenticide bait. Both methods leave no surface residue and are safe for dogs, cats, and other pets immediately after service.

When homeowners search for moles rodent control, they are looking for the same thing: a professional who can identify mole activity, eliminate the animal causing it, and back the work with a guarantee. Rodent Guys provides mole control throughout Southern California using chemical-free trapping and carbon monoxide. No rodenticide bait, safe for pets and children, backed by a 60-day guarantee.

Call 909-599-4711 for a free estimate anywhere in Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, or Riverside counties.

Are Moles Rodents?

Technically, moles are not rodents. Moles are insectivores in the order Eulipotyphla — more closely related to shrews than to rats, gophers, or ground squirrels. However, moles are routinely handled by rodent control specialists because they cause similar burrowing and lawn damage, and because the same companies that handle gophers typically handle moles.

The insectivore classification is actually important for control: it means standard rodenticide bait used for rodent pest control does not work on moles. Moles eat earthworms and grubs — not grain-based bait. A company that treats moles with the same bait they use for gophers is making a fundamental error. See our mole pest control guide for more detail.

Mole vs. Gopher — Which Do You Have?

The two most common burrowing pest calls in Southern California are for gophers and moles. They require completely different treatment. The quickest way to tell them apart:

Moles leave raised surface ridges — winding lines of lifted turf — or volcano-shaped mounds. The tunneling is visible as a raised line across the lawn.

Gophers leave fan-shaped mounds of loose soil with a plugged entry hole off to one side. No surface ridges.

If you see winding ridges across your lawn, you have a mole. If you see discrete soil mounds, you have a gopher. For photos and details, see our identification guide. If you are still not sure, call us — our technicians identify the pest on the first visit.

How Mole Rodent Control Works

Effective mole control follows a process that most DIY attempts and many general pest control companies skip:

Active tunnel identification. Not all visible mole ridges are currently in use. Moles abandon tunnel sections constantly as they follow earthworm concentrations. Our technicians press down raised tunnel sections and check the next day which have been re-raised — only those get traps.

Trap placement. Specialized mole traps placed in confirmed active tunnels intercept the mole on its regular travel path. Proper placement depth and technique are critical — moles detect disturbance and avoid poorly placed traps.

Follow-up. We return to check results, remove caught moles, reset traps if needed, and confirm elimination. Every initial service includes a follow-up visit and 60-day guarantee.

Southern California Mole Control Service Areas

Rodent Guys provides mole rodent control throughout Southern California including Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, Irvine, Anaheim, Rancho Cucamonga, Corona, and 150+ more cities. View the complete service area list.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are moles rodents?

No — moles are insectivores, not rodents. However they are handled by burrowing pest specialists and rodent control companies because they cause similar lawn damage.

What is the best rodent control method for moles?

Trapping in active surface tunnels and carbon monoxide treatment. Standard rodenticide bait does not work on moles because they eat earthworms, not grain-based bait.

How do I get rid of moles in my yard?

Identify active tunnels, place specialized traps in confirmed active sections, and follow up to confirm elimination. Rodent Guys provides this service throughout Southern California with a 60-day guarantee.

Is mole rodent control safe for pets?

Yes — Rodent Guys uses only trapping and carbon monoxide, no rodenticide bait. Safe for pets immediately after service.

Call 909-599-4711 for moles rodent control anywhere in Southern California. Free estimates, chemical-free methods, 60-day guarantee.