Beat the Heat: 5 Things to Do Before Florida Turns Into a Sauna
By Westfall’s Lawn and Pest Control
If you live in Sarasota or Manatee County, you know what's coming. The birds chirp a little louder, the grass grows a little faster, and the air gets that thick, soup-like texture. Yep—Florida’s heat is about to flip the switch from “warm and breezy” to “why-does-the-air-feel-like-a-wet-blanket?”
But don’t sweat it (yet). At Westfall’s Lawn and Pest Control, we’re here to help you get ahead of the heat. Here are five things to knock out before summer turns your backyard into a bug-infested, brown-lawned oven.
Give Your Lawn a Pre-Summer Pep Talk
Spring is your last chance to prep your lawn before it starts baking like a cookie sheet. Fertilizing now gives your grass the nutrients it needs to stay green and resilient when the sun starts acting like a spotlight.
Pro tip: Avoid over-fertilizing—it can stress your lawn and invite pests. Not sure how much is too much? We’ve got lawn nerds who love that kind of math. Call us.
Send Pests Packing (Before They Move In)
As temps rise, bugs get bolder. Ants, roaches, mosquitoes, and even chinch bugs (yep, that’s a real thing) start showing up like they own the place.
Want extra peace of mind? Our year-round pest control plans let you enjoy your summer without swatting through it.
Water Smarter, Not Harder
When the heat kicks in, you might be tempted to crank up the sprinklers. But overwatering is a no-go—it can drown roots and invite fungus. Underwatering, though, can fry your lawn faster than a sidewalk egg.
Water early in the morning, and make sure your irrigation system is set up for efficiency, not water waste. Our irrigation experts can give your system a check-up and tweak it for optimal performance.
Bonus: You’ll save money on your water bill and help the planet. Win-win.
Schedule Your Lawn & Pest Checkup
Look—we get it. Between beach days, barbecues, and battling for shade at the farmers’ market, summer gets busy fast. Don’t wait until you spot brown patches or bug trails to give us a ring.
Now is the perfect time to schedule a lawn and pest inspection. We’ll check for early signs of trouble and tailor a plan that keeps your yard lush and livable—even in August.
Because let’s be honest: your backyard should be a paradise, not a pest war zone.
One Last Thing…
Florida heat doesn’t mess around—but neither do we. Westfall’s has been keeping Sarasota and Manatee lawns green and pest-free since before “heat dome” was a household term. So before the sun cranks it to full blast, give us a call.
Let’s get your yard summer-ready, the smart way.
🌴 Westfall’s Lawn and Pest Control