Clean Up Yard Debris and Standing Water

Why It Matters

Standing water breeds mosquitoes, and debris piles harbor ticks, rodents, and snakes. A clean yard is your first defense against pests.

Quick Guide

1. 1

   Gather your tools and materials

   You'll need: Rake. Materials required: necessary materials.

2. 2

   Perform the clean up yard debris and standing water

   Remove leaf piles, brush, standing water, and other pest habitats from your yard. Safety note: Watch for snakes in debris piles.

3. 3

   Verify and clean up

   Check that the work was completed correctly and clean up your workspace.

Tools & Materials