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Clover Mite Control in Kansas City

Clover mites are pinhead-sized red mites that show up by the hundreds on sunny windowsills in early spring and fall. They feed on lawn grass and clover, not people, and leave a red smear if crushed.

How we handle clover mites

They come from heavily fertilized lawn grass growing right up to the foundation, especially on the south and west sides. We treat the foundation band and window areas where they climb and recommend the changes that stop them from coming back.

What you can do

Create an 18- to 24-inch strip of bare soil, gravel or mulch between the lawn and the foundation — clover mites don't cross it well. Seal gaps around windows. Wipe mites up with a damp cloth or vacuum them instead of crushing them.

Clover Mite Control in Kansas City — Common Questions

Do clover mites bite?+

No. They don't bite people or pets and don't damage the house. They can stain surfaces red if crushed.

Why only on sunny windows?+

They are active in cool, sunny weather and climb the warm walls toward the light.

Will they go away on their own?+

They fade as temperatures rise in late spring, but they return the next season unless the grass along the foundation changes.

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