Contrary to common belief moles are not blind. Moles can create a labyrinth of tunnels which run just below the surface, usually 2 or 3 inches deep, this increases the risk of the ground sinking if pressure is applied to weak points.

If you do find moles burrowing you can end up with damage to patios, paths and your lawn. There is also the increased risk of injury to yourself and others if the tunnel was to collapse.

Having to keep clearing away mole hills is time consuming and will leave an uneven surface. Then there’s the damage moles do below the surface by digging up plants and disrupting newly planted seeds by turning over the soil.

This in turn will encourage weeds to grow along with the undesired result of bringing stones to the surface of which could cause damage to any garden machinery.

On farms and small holdings livestock or crops could also be put at risk as bacteria can be brought to the surface from the soil below with an increase chance of listeria contamination (Listeriosis) which can lead to miscarriage in breeding animals.