Greensboro, NC -- (ReleaseWire) -- 03/29/2016 -- A North Carolina-based landscape contracting firm is cautioning consumers about the potential for deception and dishonest practices amongst landscape, lawn care, and mosquito control companies, claiming to offer services that protect against the Zika virus this summer. Capitalizing from the fear and lack of information surrounding the harmful virus, landscaping and other outdoor pesticide companies are poised to falsely claim they possess a repellent or solution to eradicate the threat of virus on properties.

Longtime landscape professionals, John Wright, Jr. and Sondra J. Wright, are urging consumers to beware of these possible scams, noting that unethical businesses thrive on scare tactic marketing to lure consumers with the promise of protection against the insect borne illness.

"We're at the intersection of spring weather, increased outdoor activities, and Zika outbreaks predicted in the US by late summer. It's the perfect storm for dishonest companies to prey on unsuspecting consumers who may not have all the facts about the virus-carrying mosquitoes," says Sondra Wright, President of J. W. Wright & Associates.

The Attorney General office recently released a warning to prevent consumers from falling victim to the false marketing. It's important to note as of today, there is no confirmed cure to the spread of Zika, and any company claiming they've found the secret is scamming the public.

"Profiting from fraudulent services or selling ineffective products or cures when our country is facing public health scares is nothing new. We saw it in 2009 with the Swine Flu," said Wright. "The best we can do right now is take simple steps, like wearing long sleeve shirts and pants and using insect repellent, to avoid being bitten. The public can also help raise awareness to protect our friends and neighbors from those who try to take advantage."

Due to the heightened fear surrounding disease-carrying mosquito's, the CDC has published a guide to Mosquito Bite Prevention in the United States: http://www.cdc.gov/chikungunya/pdfs/fs_mosquito_bite_prevention_us.pdf. The publication includes a list of EPA registered insect repellents that provide safe and effective protection.

About J. W. Wright & Associates, LTD
J. W. Wright & Associates is a landscape contracting, management and design build firm owned and operated by NC Licensed Landscape Contractor, John Wright, Jr. and NC Licensed Pesticide Applicator, Sondra J. Wright. John and Sondra are co-authors of the newly released Landscapes, Lawns and Lies: How to Avoid Shady Practices that Cost You Time, Money and More.

For more information visit http://www.jwwright.com.

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Greensboro, NC -- (ReleaseWire) -- 03/14/2016 -- Authors and landscape experts John Wright, Jr. and Sondra J. Wright announce the release of their new book: Landscapes, Lawns & Lies: How To Avoid Shady Practices that Cost You Time, Money and More. The first of its kind landscaping guide, Landscapes, Lawns & Lies confronts the many preconceptions, deceptions, and misconceptions consumers face in selecting a landscape or lawn care professional.

The Wright's, who own and operate a landscape contracting, management and design build firm, have been working on the project for three years. Landscapes, Lawns & Lies is based on actual concerns they observe within the industry.

"With the return of spring, lawns and wallets are unfortunately vulnerable to attack. Educating consumers helps reduce incidents of costly project glitches, inferior performance, and fraud," said Sondra Wright, Co-Author. "In today's world of scams and scammers, helping property owners and managers assess, avoid, and mitigate wasted costs, time, and resources is a top priority for us."

Landscapes, Lawns & Lies answers the questions of who to hire, what kind of landscaping professional is applicable to the project, potential risks, and how to keep it all within budget. The informative read follows C.D. Guy, the fictitious owner of a sketchy landscaping company, who, through his penchant for shady deals, exposes readers to the realities of landscape jobs gone badly.

"We want this guide to help property owners avoid the many unnecessary and dangerous risks that come with landscape renovations," said Wright. "Too often we've seen projects and DIY attempts end in injury and property destruction."

Landscapes, Lawns & Lies was published in February 2016 and is now available for purchase at major book retailers.

For additional information on Landscapes Lawns & Lies, visit The Book tab at www.jwwright.com.

About the Authors John and Sondra Wright
John and Sondra Wright are landscape professionals in Greensboro, NC. The couple has proudly owned and operated a landscape design, construction and consulting firm since 1996. John is a licensed Landscape Contractor, Master Gardener and Certified Paver Installer. He holds a B.S. in Landscape Architecture from North Carolina A&T State University. Sondra is a licensed Pesticide Applicator and a National Association of Home Builders Certified Aging in Place Specialist. She holds a M.S. in Human Resources from North Carolina A&T State University. Landscapes, Lawns & Lies release commemorates their 20th anniversary in business.

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