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01Find the Hot Spots
Shady lawn edges, tall grass, leaf litter and damp beds are where chiggers wait. Start there.
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02Yard Changes That Work
Mowing, trimming and drying out soggy spots fix most yards for little or no cost.
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03Know Your Season
In warm places chiggers bite from spring into fall. Farther north, it's mostly midsummer.
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04Ask About Yard Treatment
For a hot spot that keeps biting, ask about a targeted treatment and what it would cost.
Explore this serviceWhy do chiggers keep coming back?
Chiggers are tiny mite larvae, too small to see, that wait in shady, damp grass and climb onto passing legs. The bites don't itch until hours later, and then they itch for days.
The good news: most yards get much better with simple changes. Mow short, open up shade, let damp spots dry out and use repellent on socks and cuffs. A targeted spray can help a hot spot that won't quit.
Below you'll find when chigger season runs where you live, how to find hot spots in your yard, how to calm the itch and what yard treatment usually costs.
What kind of chigger problem are you seeing?
Bites where clothes are tight
Clusters of red bumps around sock lines, waistbands and the backs of knees are the classic chigger pattern.
Itching that starts later
Nothing during yard work, then intense itching a few hours later. The bites keep itching for several days.
One part of the yard
If bites always follow time near the same shady bed, fence line or brushy edge, that's your hot spot.
What should you ask before booking?
Ask what the visit includes, how much it costs, and whether a follow-up is included. It’s also helpful to know what you’ll need to do before treatment and when you can use the area again.
Have children or pets at home? Mention them when discussing treatment. For a business, let the company know your opening hours so you can talk about a convenient time to visit.
How chigger activity changes through the year
- Spring: Chiggers wake up as the ground warms. Mow early and often.
- Summer: Peak season. Use repellent on socks and shower after time outside.
- Fall: Bites fade after the first hard frost.
- Winter: A break from bites, except on warm days in the far South.
Keep exploring your options
- Yard Chigger Guides — Inspect lawn edges, tall grass, and brushy areas before discussing any targeted treatment.
- Habitat Reduction — Mow, trim, and clear unnecessary weeds, brush, shrubs, and leaf litter that can support chigger habitat.
- Seasonal Screening — Use local climate, current weather, and property moisture to decide when outdoor inspection deserves priority.
- Ask About Yard Treatment — For a hot spot that keeps biting, ask about a targeted treatment and what it would cost.
- Contact and quote request — ask a question or request a quote.