Maintenance Guides / Pest & Wildlife

Annual Pet-Yard Flea & Tick Treatment

Difficulty: easyTime: 45 minsEst. Cost: $40 - $150

Why it matters

Untreated yards become flea reservoirs; pets re-infest indoors despite medication. Warm climates support year-round flea breeding.

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How to do it

  • 1

    Mow grass in pet play areas to knee height

  • 2

    Apply outdoor flea spray or food-grade diatomaceous earth to shaded zones, under porches, and brush

  • 3

    Keep pets off treated areas for 24 hours or per product label

  • 4

    Reapply after rain or every 3 months in warm climates