Figuring out how often to schedule pest control and lawn care can feel like a guessing game. Too little and problems creep back; too much and you may spend more than you need. In the Pacific Northwest, the rhythm of the seasons and local pests and grasses give you a good blueprint.
Pest control: what works for most homes
Many homeowners in Western Washington do best with a program that comes out on a set schedule, not just when something goes wrong. That way, technicians can apply treatments when pests are most active and seal gaps before rodents and insects move in. A typical plan might include quarterly visits: spring, early summer, late summer, and fall. That covers the main push of ants, spiders, and rodents seeking shelter as the weather changes. If you have had issues with a specific pest, such as ants, rodents, or spiders, your technician may suggest a few extra visits the first year and then a steady schedule once things are under control. Programs like our All Pest Protection are built around this idea: regular, proactive service so you spend less time reacting to problems.
Lawn care: matching the growing season
Cool season grasses in our region grow strongest in spring and fall. That is when they take up the most nutrients and recover best from services like aeration and overseeding. A common approach is a few feedings per year: early spring, late spring, and fall. Some lawns do well with an extra application in summer; others do not need it. It depends on soil, sun, and how much you use the yard. Aeration and overseeding are usually done once per year, often in fall when the soil is still workable and grass has time to establish before winter. Weed control and grub control have their own timing; your provider can map those to your lawn and the calendar.
Putting it together
A simple way to stay on track is to tie pest and lawn visits to the same calendar. For example, schedule a pest visit and a lawn visit in spring, then again in fall. Add summer and winter pest visits if you are on a quarterly plan. That way you are not juggling a dozen different dates, and your home and yard get consistent care. If you are not sure what schedule fits your property, ask. Sunrise Pest and Turf Management serves Bremerton, Seattle, Tacoma, and surrounding areas. We can recommend a pest and lawn schedule based on your location, past issues, and goals. Call (888) 376-9109 or contact us to set up a plan that runs year round without the guesswork.