The Unseen Impact: Moles Disrupt Underground Pipes in Hesperia?

4/23/2024 (Permalink)

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Our local Hesperia/Apple Valley and Barstow/Twentynine Palms, Victorville teams are Here to Help ® when you have a water damage emergency. Believe it or not, moles can cause pipe failures.

Moles, those elusive tunneling mammals often associated with disrupting lawns and gardens, can also pose a hidden threat to underground infrastructure. Their incessant burrowing can inadvertently disturb underground pipes, leading to potential damage and costly repairs.

While moles primarily feed on soil-dwelling invertebrates, their tunneling activity can wreak havoc on the soil and landscaping around underground pipes. As they dig their intricate networks of tunnels, moles can inadvertently cause soil displacement and create voids beneath the ground, increasing the risk of pipe misalignment or damage.

The disruption caused by moles can compromise the stability of underground pipes, leading to leaks, blockages, or even complete pipe failure. Moreover, the resulting soil disturbance can weaken the surrounding soil structure, further exacerbating the risk of damage to underground infrastructure

To mitigate the impact of mole activity on underground pipes, property owners should consider implementing preventive measures such as installing physical barriers or deterrents around pipes, conducting regular inspections of underground infrastructure, and promptly addressing any signs of damage or disturbance.

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