Lawn Insects and Pests

Lawn-damaging insects can be divided into two groups: insects feeding above ground and those feeding below ground. Those that feed above ground, like Sod Webworms or Chinch bugs, can severely damage your lawn, either by chewing grass plants or by sucking vital plant juices from grass blades.

Below-ground feeders, which include Grubs, devour the roots of grass plants. Although subsurface insects can be difficult to spot, their feeding habits can be quite evident, causing extensive damage to your lawn.

Depending on the type of insect, the available lawn care controls may be curative, preventive or both. Lawn Plus can also take care of insects feeding on your trees, shrubs and landscape. As your lawn care service professional I will make specific recommendations to help control insect problems.

Fleas and ticks pose a health threat to humans and pets. Lawn Plus's Flea & Tick Control program provides helpful yard services that control outdoor flea and tick populations on your property throughout the season.

What is Perimeter Pest Control?

Perimeter Pest Control is a liquid application of insecticide designed to place a protective barrier around your home.

To help prevent infestation, a barrier of soil four to six feet around the structure, as well as two to three feet up the foundation wall, is treated. These areas are where insects are generally most active and where they may find entrance to your home.

Our Perimeter Pest Control program helps create a barrier around the exterior of your home that repels insect pests from coming inside. It is your first line of defense against crawling insects from entering your home.

We also have programs designed to control potentially dangerous insects such as fleas and ticks that can carry diseases that could infect your family.

What Are The Advantages Of Perimeter Pest Control?

• Insects are controlled before they enter your home
• Pesticide Applications are made outside of your home – not inside
• Minimizes need for interior Pest control

How Can You Help?
Successful Control of "Home Invaders" requires the cooperation of the homeowner. Here are some ways you can help our spring, summer, and fall treatments:

• Check caulking around exterior including windows casings.
• Place exterior lighting as far from structure as possible.
• Keep garbage cans tightly covered.
• Avoid stacking firewood on the ground near the structure.
• Check sealing of entry points including those around plumbing, electrical wiring, etc.
• Be certain that all ground level doors seal properly.
  
  

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