Here’s What Really Happens in Your Yard
Don’t Be Fooled by the Cool
The mornings get crisp, the evenings quiet down, and your lawn finally stops growing like a teenager. It feels like nature is hitting the pause button. But under that peaceful fall breeze in Southern Utah, something else is happening: bugs are waking up with a new plan.
You see, fall isn’t the end of pest season—it’s their relocation season. As the heat fades, bugs and rodents aren’t dying off; they’re getting organized. They’re hunting for warm, sheltered spots to bunker down for the winter. Your garage? Perfect. That cozy pile of raked-up leaves? A five-star resort.
And weeds? They’re not dead either. They’re quietly spreading their roots and dropping seeds, laying the groundwork for a springtime takeover if you’re not paying attention.
So while you’re enjoying that pumpkin spice and raking up the yard, pests and weeds are doing the same—only they’re settling in for a long stay.
Let’s take a walk through your yard and talk about what’s really happening this time of year—and how you can stop pests and weeds before they make themselves at home.
What’s Really Lurking in Your Leaves
Those leaf piles might look innocent, but they’re warm, damp, and perfect for pests. Boxelder bugs, spiders, beetles, and even wasps love to hunker down under the clutter. And once they’re comfy in your yard, it’s a short walk to your porch, then inside your home.
If you’ve ever noticed creepy crawlies coming out of the woodwork around late October, now you know why.
Meet Fall’s Sneakiest Invaders
Here are a few of the usual suspects in Southern Utah this time of year:
- Boxelder Bugs: These little black-and-red bugs start clustering on sunlit walls, siding, and windows as they look for warmth. Once inside, they’re a nuisance to get rid of.
- Spiders: Fall is spider season. They come inside looking for warmth and food—and their egg sacs hatch in spring. That’s double trouble if you don’t catch it early.
- Rodents: Mice and rats don’t wait for snow to start nesting. They sneak into garages, sheds, and crawlspaces during the first cold snap.
- Earwigs and Beetles: Damp leaves and mulch beds are paradise for these guys. Left untreated, they build up fast.
Why Fall Weed Control Saves Spring Headaches
Here’s something a lot of homeowners don’t realize: weeds don’t die in the fall—they spread. Many of Southern Utah’s worst offenders, like goatheads and thistle, drop seeds or extend roots this time of year. That means fall is the best time to treat them.
Stopping them now means:
- Less growth in the spring
- Easier lawn care later
- Less money spent on treatments when everyone else is scrambling
Pest & Weed Prevention in One Visit
We can treat both pests and weeds in the same visit—saving you time, money, and frustration. Picture this: a thorough sweep of your yard, from the lawn to the fence line, where we knock out the insects trying to sneak in and shut down the weeds setting up for spring. Our treatments go deep into the soil and settle in just like the pests want to—only we get there first.
Fall is one of the smartest times to schedule service. The weather’s cooling, bugs are sluggish, and weed growth is pausing just long enough to catch them off guard. That means our treatments can soak in, stay put, and work through the dormant season—so by the time spring shows up, your yard isn’t playing catch-up. It’s ahead of the game.
Same Game, Different Name—Still Local. Still Here.
You might know our owner, Cash Newby. He started out as a tech working for Big Tom’s Pest Control, and now he’s running the show here at Newby’s. Same great service, same local roots. We know Southern Utah because we’re from Southern Utah.
From Kanab to Cedar City and all the quiet counties in between, we’re proud to serve the folks who call this place home.
Let’s Get You on the Fall Schedule
Ready to kick pests out and shut weeds down before winter hits? Picture this: you’re cozied up indoors while your neighbors are battling boxelder bugs by the window and pulling goatheads out of the carpet. Meanwhile, your yard’s already protected. No scrambling, no surprises.
Now’s the time to act—before pests get too comfortable and weeds lay down roots you’ll be fighting come spring. Give us a call or book online today. Our local techs are friendly, professional, and fast, and we’ll get your property winter-ready in no time.
Let’s button things up for the season—and give your yard a head start on spring.
