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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STEEL PUTANGE SETTING TOOL

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Run-of-the-mill putanges setting pliers. Works with all putange type traps.

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Steele Putange

Thanks, great service.

Thank you, Mike!!

These well made steel Puntage Setting Tools are simple and do their job !

Like you and other have said, "Don't try setting these Putange Traps without a tool as they are too strong and need some kind of set tool !"
This setting tool is both a lever and then a pliers to further open the traps for a safe and more exact installation of the trigger. They are simple, well made and will last... one reason I have three pairs is because I am probably going to loose one or two. Another reason, I like good tools and will probably pass on a set to a good friend as they borrow some of my traps to try.

Thanks Gary and we appreciate your continued support!!! Happy mole trapping!!

The best

These traps are fantastic, well made, great price, and simple to use. This company is one of the very few companies that actually cares about its customers. From beginning to end of the sale and beyond they do everything they can to ensure their customers are happy and while they are in business to make money, their goal is to get great products to the customer at very reasonable prices, not simply to make as much they can.

Thank you

Thanks for the review Dustin, but more importantly thank you for your service to our country! Glad you are enjoying your traps and if you need anything in the future give me a shout!

Good setter

Heavy duty. Works well. Must have for the putanges.

Thanks Tyler! Yeah putange are stout traps and there is no setting them by hand!

Putange setter

I’ve only used this setter a few times but it works great. Makes setting these traps very easy.

Thanks for your feedback Mike! We appreciate the business!

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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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