If you have trees on your property, you may have noticed a sticky, sap-like substance appearing on them or in the surrounding areas during the summer. This is a sign of an aphid or white fly infestation. Once an outbreak is discovered, it is difficult to control the problem. That’s why we recommend preventing an infestation by getting systemic soil injections for your trees in the winter before it becomes an issue. To learn more about systemic tree injections and other pest control services we offer in Sacramento and the surrounding areas, get in touch with Direct Hit Pest Control.

How Do Systemic Soil Injections Work?

Soil injections are an advanced technique to deliver pesticides directly to a tree or shrub without spraying chemicals over other parts of a property. The injection sites are placed evenly around the base of the tree to ensure even distribution. Once the pesticides are injected, the tree takes it up through its root system. The product goes into the canopy and protects the tree for the entire season.

The Benefits of Systemic Soil Injections

By getting a systemic soil injection, the product will be confined to the tree. Because the chemicals are contained, the environment, including surrounding soil, air, and water, will be protected. This makes tree injections especially beneficial for pest control near public areas and waterways. Because only insects that feed on the injected trees will be affected, nearby wildlife and beneficial insects will be unharmed. 

Overall, using systemic treatments as part of an integrated pest management strategy can help mitigate the development of aphid resistance to insecticides, as different modes of action can be employed.

Pest Control in Sacramento

Direct Hit Pest Control provides professional residential and commercial pest control in Sacramento, Rio Linda, and the surrounding California communities. Our team has more than 30 years of pest control experience, giving us the knowledge and know-how to provide the highest quality services. We routinely help our clients with insect infestation and prevention. If something unwanted is living in your trees, yard, or under your roof, it’s best to let a professional pest control technician remove it so you don’t put yourself at risk of bites or other injuries To request an estimate or more information about pest control in Sacramento, give our friendly team a call at (916) 992-6870 today.