You want to enjoy a quiet and peaceful backyard. That’s hard to do when you’re constantly battling mosquitoes and worried about tick bites. Let Lawn Doctor of Fairfield County and Westchester County help. As the Westchester County, NY area’s trusted team for lawn pest control, we know there are many steps homeowners can take to regain control – and repel annoying and dangerous insects. Here are some lawn pest control tips that can get you started on the path to a pest-free yard.
Maintain your lawn. One of the easiest ways to create a property that doesn’t attract the likes of mosquitoes, ticks and fleas is to make sure your lawn, trees and shrubs aren’t overgrown. Insects –especially ticks, who happen to be shade lovers – like to hide in tall grass and thick shrubs. But when you cut back these areas regularly, you’re also cutting down on places where they can hide, nest and populate your lawn.
Don’t water in the evening. Another tip that can help control pests in your Westchester County-area lawn is to avoid watering at night. Moisture naturally attracts insects, particularly mosquitoes. And watering in the evening often means droplets sit on your lawn throughout the night, creating an ideal environment for infestations. Also, don’t over-water, which can create spots of excess water where insects can breed.
Provide the right treatments. When your lawn is deficient in nutrients or soil is compacted, it’s going to be weaker and more susceptible to insect attacks. That’s why it’s important to deliver well-timed applications of fertilizer during the year, regularly aerate your soil to reduce compaction, and seed it to thicken it up. When you do, you’ll also boost its natural defenses in the process.
Place plants that repel insects around your lawn. Another way to fight back against mosquitoes, ticks and other insects is to strategically place plants that naturally repel them on your patio, in your garden and around your property. For instance, mosquitos are deterred by basil, scented geraniums, rosemary, lavender and catmint. On the other hand, sage, beautyberry, eucalyptus, and mint tend to drive away ticks.
Lawn Pest Control Help from the Westchester County Area Experts
If you’d rather leave the job of lawn pest control to experts in the field, turn to Lawn Doctor of Fairfield County and Westchester County. We offer our customers a proprietary program – Yard Armour® – that specifically targets and treats mosquitoes and ticks, as well as other insects. It works on adult populations, as well as their eggs and larvae, and even provides a barrier treatment to further protect your yard and the people you love.
Ready to learn more? Call us today at 203.348.3025 to set up a free lawn pest control consultation. We’re dedicated to helping homeowners in Westchester County, NY, Fairfield County, CT – and many of the nearby areas – gain control over lawn pest problems.
