Several types of common rodents can be mistaken for one another. Both moles and gophers dig and burrow, but there are differences in the mounds of soil they make that can help you determine which one you have:Gopher mounds are usually shaped like horseshoes or crescents and their newly dug holes are about three inches across.Mole mounds are round and cone-shaped, like a small volcano, and can be 12 or more inches in diameter.If you’re unsure what type of pest is creating mounds and digging holes on your property, our technicians will be able to make a positive identification before recommending your best course of action for getting rid of the problem.