Tick Control Services
Ticks in Fall: Why They’re More Active Than You Think
Think ticks disappear when the leaves start falling? Think again! Adult blacklegged ticks (also called deer ticks) stay busy hunting for hosts throughout October and November. No one wants these disease-carrying pests attacking their family every time they step outside to enjoy the crisp fall weather. Fall is a risk period because 50% of blacklegged…
Read MoreHow to Remove a Tick Safely
Knowing how to remove a tick can protect you and your loved ones. Proper tick removal could save you from serious health issues. Your risk of infection increases substantially 24–48 hours after a tick attaches to your skin! Ticks spread dangerous diseases like Lyme disease, anaplasmosis, and Rocky Mountain spotted fever in regions throughout the…
Read MoreCan Ticks Survive in Water?
Ticks can survive in water for an amazing 48 hours or more. These tough parasites can breathe underwater through a special method called plastron respiration. The latest research has uncovered something even more remarkable. The Amblyomma americanum tick species can stay alive up to 70 days in freshwater. They don’t swim, though – they float…
Read MoreTypes of Ticks: Expert Guide to Identification and Disease Prevention
The number of tick-borne disease cases in the U.S. doubled from 22,500 in 2004 to 50,800 in 2019. Your safety depends on knowing more about different types of ticks now than ever. These stubborn parasites spread diseases quickly. They can cling to their hosts for days while feeding. The U.S. has two prominent tick families:…
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