Fleas seem to be part of the territory when it comes to owning pets. But did you know there are steps you can take to minimize them in your lawn, so your pets aren’t constantly under attack from them? To help you get fleas under control on your Pottstown property – and cut down on the numbers that make it inside your home – here are some flea control tips from our Pottstown, PA area experts:
Mow and prune. Fleas like to hide in areas that are shady and wet. So if you have landscape plants that are overgrown, or your grass could use a good mowing, then you’re providing optimal conditions for an explosion in your lawn’s flea population. Instead, by simply keeping your lawn mowed and your landscape well-maintained and pruned back, you’re removing breeding and living grounds for fleas.
Clean up your lawn. Likewise, if you have debris in your lawn, such as leaf and wood piles, clean these up, too. In addition, if your dog has a dog house in your lawn, or a regular spot they like to eat and sleep, make sure those areas are washed. Also, sweep up your deck and under furniture, and secure garbage bins, which can attract fleas, not to mention rodents and other unwanted invaders.
Try a natural approach. If, despite your best efforts, you still have a flea control problem in your Pottstown area yard, a border of cedar chips around your lawn can naturally deter fleas. Beneficial nematodes can also help, too. These worms don’t impact people and pets, but do naturally kill fleas within a short amount of time.
Use a chemical treatment. If you have a major infestation of fleas in your lawn – and it’s impacting your pets and family – consider more drastic measures. Just make sure you read the labels on any product you purchase to ensure it’s safe for you and your family. It’s also important that you follow the directions exactly and use these products only where fleas breed, such as in dark, shady places.
Get Help from the Pottstown Area’s Experts in Flea Control
If your lawn is well mowed and maintained – and you’re still having a flea control problem – call in the Pottstown area’s flea control specialists: Lawn Doctor of Havertown, Lansdale, Boyertown, Tredyffrin. We can assess the scope of the problem, as well as take a multi-step approach that targets fleas at all stages of development and keeps them from coming back into your lawn.
To learn more or set up a free lawn evaluation, call Lawn Doctor of Havertown, Lansdale, Boyertown, Tredyffrin at 610.497.2220. Our flea control services are available to homeowners across Pottstown, Boyertown, Gilbertsville and Douglassville, PA, as well as the surrounding communities.
