How Do I Get Rid of Ticks & Fleas From a Yard?
Unless you live in the desert, chances are good that, if you have pets, you have fleas or ticks in your yard. Americans spend $9 billion a year trying to get rid of fleas, according to entomologists with the Texas Agricultural Extension Service. Ridding the yard of fleas and ticks takes some effort and time. Good cultural practices in the yard will go a long way in managing the flea and tick problem, and insecticides may be necessary to finish the job. There are products available to the consumer that will help rid the yard of fleas and ticks. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Mow the lawn frequently to expose the soil to the sun. Fleas can not tolerate full sun.
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Remove all debris from garden beds. Leaves, wood piles and mounds of rocks are breeding grounds for fleas and ticks.
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Treat outdoor dog houses with the same product you use to treat your dog.
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Block access of wild animals, such as raccoons and skunks, to your yard.
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Spray or dust the shaded areas of the yard with insecticide, according to the instructions on the product's label. Sprays containing carbaryl or permethrin will kill fleas and ticks. Wear a dust mask and protective clothing when working with these products. Repeat the application in three weeks.
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Tips & Warnings
Areas that receive full sun all day need no treatment..
Remove all children's and pet's toys from the yard before spraying. Do not allow the children or pets into the insecticide-treated areas for at least two days.
