Controlling grubs in the lawn with a timely application of grub control will help to mitigate a mole problem.   See Grub Control section for more info.

Milky spore is another alternative that will work long term as it is a bacteria that is deadly to grubs.

A novel approach to mole control is using castor oil.  Combine 2 fluid ounces of Castor oil and 3 tablespoons of liquid detergent in a blender.  Blend until frothy.   Add 8 tablespoons of water and blend again.  Then, use an Ortho Dial n’ Spray to spray the castor oil solution over your lawn.  Dial the setting to 1 tablespoon for 1 tablespoon per gallon and apply by walking at a slow pace.  Then, finish by watering in the solution with a sprinkler for 20-30 minutes.  Apply in spring when the ground is soft and repeat when you see new mole activity.  One or two applications a year are all that is necessary. 

An already mixed form of Castor Oil solution is also found in Shotgun’s “Mole & Gopher Repellent”. Use this product to repel moles and gophers from grass and ornamental turf in spring, summer and fall.

Traps are probably the most surefire method of mole control.  A choker loop or a mousetrap baited with peanut butter and placed under a pot near the moles exit holes will yield results.