How do I trap a mole in my yard?

Trapping a mole starts with locating active tunnels and setting a reliable trap, like the professional-grade Mole Reaper trap, directly into the mole’s path. Our kits include everything you need to get started.

How do I know if I have a mole problem?

Common signs include raised tunnels, soft spots in your yard, and dying grass or plants. Moles can do serious damage quickly, so early intervention is key.

What makes Mole Reaper traps different from other mole traps?

Mole Reaper traps are engineered for durability, reliability, and performance. Built to last and easy to set, they’re designed by professionals for consistent success in real-world conditions.

How long does it take to catch a mole?

Moles are active year-round, and a properly placed trap can catch one within 24–48 hours. Consistent monitoring and proper setup are key to fast results.

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GENUINE FRENCH PUTANGE MOLE TRAP

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**These require a setting tool that is sold separately**

**Price is per 1 trap and 1 trigger**

**2 Traps are needed to make 1 set, one trap goes each way in the tunnel**

**These traps will need to be soaked in saltwater for 24 hrs and then left outside to dry. This adds a thin layer of rust that allows for easy setting of the trap**

Developed in France over 300 years ago, this trap has caught countless moles. 2 traps are generally needed to make one set. These traps also come in handy when you have a 3-way tunnel. Putange traps require a setting tool and extra triggers aren’t a bad idea either! These traps are an excellent alternative to the Trapline traps.

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One of my top performing traps!

These putange traps have performed very well for me. I’m not sure which I prefer yet (plated Flat Pack or these French that are best with some rust on them), but I get catches with both. Don’t forget to tether the triggers and have spare triggers to avoid having a non-functional trap.

Thanks for the feedback Mike! Both are amazing traps considering the design is over 300 years old. When this trap was designed they sure nailed it! Glad to hear you're getting your moles!

Great traps extremely strong !

Heavy duty ! Get extra triggers

Thanks Dennis!

Awesome product

The product, company, and owner are all top notch.

Thanks again, Dustin!!! We appreciate the business and the reviews!!

Lethal

The traps are easy to set and do the job. In the last month we eliminated 2 moles. The little square trigger tends to fly off and disappear. Tried to attach with fishing line. Still escaped

Thanks Kathleen! Glad you are getting rid of those little devils!

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from 102 reviews

Snagged a mole the first night!

The “Home Defense “ kit is a darn good deal, in my opinion. 5 traps, plus the setting tools, the garden knife, the bright orange stakes, and the cocktail spoon! 58 bucks. I was about to buy the Victor traps for twice the money., but fortunately I came across a forum and a few guys said these were their go to traps. Plus, what a catchy name!
Anyways it finally warmed up enough for me to set a few traps yesterday afternoon. I checked them this morning and 2 out of the three traps I set got sprung. One swing and a miss, and one big fat troublemaker mole. I’m pretty pleased.

Nigel Tufnel

04/10/2025

MOLE REAPER HOME DEFENSE KIT

Best traps out there.

I am very pleased with the traps and the accessories that go with them. It's the complete package. Everything you need. Plus goodies like a box cutter and stickers..very professional..highly recommend..

Eric Shepard

MOLE REAPER MOLE TRAP

Mole Reaper Magnum = Results!!!

I recently had the pleasure of using the Magnum Mole Reaper Install Fixture from Mole Reaper Traps, and it absolutely blew me away. The setup was extremely easy—thanks to the supplied rod, installing the trap was a total breeze. What really impressed me were the Magnum Spring Blocks; they significantly increase the trap’s closing power, ensuring a fast and humane result every time.

Mole Reaper Traps are engineered with both performance and efficiency in mind, and Tony Helbling has truly delivered with this tool. At Final Trace Wildlife Solutions LLC, these are the preferred traps used by our technicians—and for good reason. They work, plain and simple.

If you’re in the field or just want the best for your property, do yourself a favor and check out the Magnum fixture on their website. It’s a total game-changer.

Alex Williams

04/09/2025

MAGNUM MOLE REAPER INSTALLATION FIXTURE

Great traps!

These are great traps, and in the last 2 months I have the most catches with the mole reapers. Customer service is awesome, and the shipping is fast.

Mike H.

04/02/2025

Good buy

Includes everything a homeowner needs to trap moles.
Just watch a couple of Tony's You tube videos and your ready!
Traps and tools are well made.

Joe SCHMIDT

04/01/2025

Excellent Product

Great quality product. Within 12 hours of setting the traps I was successful in trapping a mole.

Richard DePriest

03/28/2025

Works Great

Already caught 5 moles. Just watch the videos and get em in the ground. Great setup.

Anthony

03/27/2025

Finally got around to trying my traps. Caught three moles in the first two days. I think they are going to work out really good. Also, the videos posted by Mole Reapers have been helpful.

Johnny Clement

03/24/2025

Traps caught a mole the 3rd day

These traps work great. The shipping was fast. The you videos are very helpful. Then to top it off a personal message on the stickers they sent. All around awesome.

Bob in Missouri

03/08/2025

Mole Traps and Starter kit

I really enjoy these traps. The kit is Super easy to make a mole set in 2-3 minutes. I gained 3 customers in one day after the neighbors noticed me setting Mole Reaper traps in another customers yard! Game changer for Trapping Moles!!! Quick and prompt delivery too! If you love trapping, you will Love Mole Reaper Traps!!!

Scott Frieden

03/05/2025

Best traps

Best traps I’ve used by far. Lighter, easier to set and work better than the heavy traps I’ve used in the past.

Tyler Wills

02/04/2025

Look no further

I got into mole trapping and was struggling with a handful of other traps. I found the mole reapers and followed Tony’s instructions and everything just came together. Great traps. Great guy selling them!

Jason

01/30/2025

Best Traps in the Game

Caught 2 moles the first night using these. If you have sandy soils, these are the way to go.

Will Childress

01/20/2025

GREAT TRAP

These traps are the go to for my business.They are quality built. String but able to set by hand easily. Finish on them lasts well. There is a magnum spacer kit for these to make them even stronger for harder soils. I highly recommend the magnum kits . There are also trigger Pan stops to keep pan stationary and centered at all times. I highly recommend these traps and the magnum spacers and pan stops. Other thing I like is these traps nest well together so don’t take up a lot of room in the truck which is a must for me with the wildlife traps I also carry. I have some of about every trap made and If you are getting into trapping moles you can’t go wrong with these traps.

TYLER OFFENBACKER

01/19/2025

Good product

Works as advertised. Watched the YouTube videos and caught 2 in less than 24 hrs. Looking forward to more use next year.

Matt R.

11/21/2024

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