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Different chigger problems call for different conversations. Learn what each service involves and ask about your property.

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Find the Hot Spots

Shady lawn edges, tall grass, leaf litter and damp beds are where chiggers wait. Start there.

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Yard Changes That Work

Mowing, trimming and drying out soggy spots fix most yards for little or no cost.

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Know Your Season

In warm places chiggers bite from spring into fall. Farther north, it's mostly midsummer.

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Ask About Yard Treatment

For a hot spot that keeps biting, ask about a targeted treatment and what it would cost.

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What to look for

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.

Frequently asked questions

Do chiggers burrow under the skin?
No. They feed briefly and drop off. The itch comes from your skin reacting to their saliva.
Does nail polish help?
No. By the time you itch, the chigger is long gone. Anti-itch cream works better.
Can chiggers make you sick?
Not in the U.S. The main risk is infection from scratching, so try not to.
How do I find chiggers in my yard?
Lay a dark tile or piece of cardboard on the grass for a few minutes. Tiny red specks mean chiggers.
Do I need a yard spray?
Often not. Short grass, more sun and drier soil fix most yards. A spray helps stubborn hot spots.
How do I stop the itch?
Wash with soap and water, use a cold pack and an anti-itch cream, and try not to scratch.

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