Vole Control / Trapping

For vole trapping service call 860-510-6313.  

Along with Mole trapping we provide the addon service of vole trapping. Unlike moles voles are less territorial, catching 5+ is not all that uncommon when performing vole control service. Typically I provide vole control as an addon service when mole trapping.  Voles will create tunnels in the grass not under it, unless soil is soft like in mulch beds. Voles eat plants and seeds mostly and can destroy young shrubs and ornamental plants when they nibble on bark and roots.

In Connecticut, meadow voles are the most common vole I trap. Meadow voles do more damage than Pine Voles. Meadow voles eat a wide variety of crops and plants, with a preference for grasses. When vole populations are at a peek no plants are safe.  In late summer and fall, voles store seeds, and other plant base foods in their borough. Voles are all year long daytime and night. They construct a complex tunnel system with surface runways (as in the picture) along with multiple burrow entrances. A tunnel system can hold several adults and young. Voles are short lived and rarely live longer than one year. Breeding occurs during spring and summer. Liters are one to six voles and up to five litters per year. Females mature in 34 to 41 days.  One pair of voles can turn into 7-32  in one years time. 

Voles are small, mouse-like rodents that can cause damage to lawns, gardens, and landscaping by burrowing and feeding on plants. Here are some tips for controlling voles in Connecticut:

1. Remove their habitat: Voles like to hide in dense vegetation, so removing overgrown shrubs, weeds, and tall grasses can help discourage them from taking up residence in your yard.
2. Keep the lawn trimmed: Mowing your lawn regularly can also help reduce vole habitat, as it removes tall grasses and other vegetation that voles may use for cover.
3. Install physical barriers: Installing hardware cloth or mesh barriers around the base of trees and shrubs can help prevent voles from burrowing around the roots and causing damage.
4. Use vole repellents: There are a variety of vole repellents available, including natural options like castor oil and predator urine, as well as chemical options like rodenticides. It's important to follow the instructions carefully when using any kind of vole repellent, as some can be harmful to other animals and the environment.
5. Trapping: Trapping can be an effective way to control vole populations, especially if you have a small infestation. Live traps are available at most hardware stores and can be baited with peanut butter or other high-protein foods.

It's important to remember that voles can be difficult to control, and may require a combination of these methods in order to effectively manage their presence in your yard. If you are having difficulty controlling voles on your own, it may be helpful to consult with a professional pest control expert for advice on the best course of action.