Vole Control Service
Table of Contents
Vole Control in Boston, MA
Northeast Wildlife Management provides the best vole control services in Boston, MA, and the surrounding New England areas. Voles are a small species of rodent that is very closely related to mice, so much so that they are sometimes known as field mice. Voles can be about 3-9 inches long, with dense fur that can range from gray to brown. Voles are massive herbivores, eating plant roots and flower bulbs, which can create a massive nuisance for farmers or gardeners. Voles are also infamous for their runways, which are small, shallow tunnels that voles create inside grass, killing off the grass and creating cosmetic damage to your lawn. Don’t worry, Northeast Wildlife Management can help. Our team offers the best vole control services in the New England area. Contact our team to get started today with a FREE estimate at (781) 562-9659!
Difference Between Moles and Voles
Many people confuse moles and voles because they are both small, burrowing critters but these animals aren’t very alike at all. Voles closely resemble mice with round bodies, stout legs, and small tails. Meanwhile, moles are longer and more cylindrical, with sharp claws and prominent front paws for digging. Voles are herbivores, feeding on plants and roots, while moles are underground carnivores, feasting on grubs, earthworms, and any other insects they come across. While voles create their shallow tunnels that are easily visible on the surface, moles create extensive burrows that are entirely underground. No matter what type of burrowing animal problem you are dealing with in your yard, you can count on Northeast Wildlife Management to take care of your property and protect your peace of mind.
Diseases Spread by Voles
Voles and the parasites that live on them can carry a wide variety of diseases, including:
Because voles are disease vectors, it’s always recommended to leave vole trapping and removal to professionals, like the wildlife control operators at Northeast Wildlife Management.
Signs of Voles In the Yard
Some of the common signs that you have voles in your yard include
- Shallow, trench-like tunnels or “runways” criss-crossing the yard
- Dead or dying flowers, vegetables and other garden plants
- Stripped or “girdled” bark on trees, which can lead to the death of the tree
- Small, pellet-shaped feces left around their yard, especially in their runways
- Small nests made of grass clippings constructed near entrance to shallow tunnels
If you are seeing these telltale signs of voles, contact your local licensed wildlife control operators at Northeast Wildlife Management right away.
How To Get Rid of Voles In Your Yard
While there are many DIY vole control methods out there, they are largely ineffective, especially if you have a large infestation of voles affecting your entire yard. The best way to get rid of voles in your yard is to contact the wildlife removal experts at Northeast Wildlife Management. Our team offers FREE estimates, which involves sending one of our technicians out to inspect your property for voles. After we locate the infestation, we will begin a trapping program to remove these nuisance rodents from your yard. After the voles have been removed, we can offer preventative treatments and wildlife fencing to keep them out. Contact our team to get started today at (781) 562-9659!
How To Keep Voles Out
The best way to keep voles out is through habitat modification and wildlife fencing. Voles prefer areas with heavy, dense vegetation that they can use as cover from predators like owls, snakes, hawks and more. Clearing out excess vegetation and keeping your grass cut short can deter voles from seeing your yard as a viable home. Planting mint, garlic and other strong-smelling plants can help repel voles from your garden. Additionally, Northeast Wildlife Management can help with vole prevention. We offer preventative treatments which include the use of predator urine, like coyote or fox urine, which will scare off voles. Northeast Wildlife Management also offers wildlife fencing around target areas like trees and gardens to prevent voles from digging up and feasting on your plant’s roots.
Vole Removal Cost
The cost of vole removal is variable, depending on several factors including the size and location of the property, the severity of the mole infestation, the location of the infestation, and more. That;s why Northeast Wildlife Management offers FREE estimates, where one of our technicians will go out and inspect the property, searching for vole activity. After we determine the location and severity of the infestation, we will write up a customized quote for vole trapping and removal that fits your specific needs. Contact our team to get started today at (781) 562-9659!
Best Vole Trapping Service in Boston
Voles are known for the shallow tunnels they will dig throughout your yard, as well as the significant damage they can do to your garden vegetables, flowers, and trees. A vole problem that is left unattended will only get worse, so if you have voles on your property in Boston, MA or the surrounding New England areas, contact the licensed wildlife control operators at Northeast Wildlife Management. Our team will safely and humanely trap and remove voles from your property. We can also provide you with preventative treatments and exclusion work to keep voles from returning in the future. Contact Northeast Wildlife Management today to talk to one of our representatives and get on the schedule at (781) 562-9659!
Frequently Asked Questions
Voles are generally not aggressive and are more likely to flee than to attack when confronted. However, voles can carry diseases such as hantavirus, tularemia, and salmonella, which can be transmitted through their urine and feces. Additionally, they may host parasites like fleas, ticks, and mites, which can spread to pets and humans. While voles are not a direct threat, their presence can lead to health risks. It’s important to handle vole concerns with care and to seek professional assistance to ensure safe removal.
Animal control services may step in to remove an vole if the animal is injured or sick, or is dead on public properties like parks and roads. However, for typical nuisance situations, such as voles digging shallow tunnels in your yard, animal control often does not handle these cases. In such instances, it’s best to contact a professional wildlife removal company like Northeast Wildlife Management.
First and foremost, dealing with nuisance wildlife like voles can pose significant health risks. Attempting to handle wildlife on your own can lead to injury, ineffective removal, and recurring issues. Trusting professionals ensures the job is done right, safeguarding your health and property.
If voles are digging their shallow tunnels near your foundation and these tunnels are flooded in winter, the water can seep into the foundation and freeze, then thaw, leading to foundation damage.