Tick Season is Here. Are You Prepared?

Tick season has begun, and this is the time of year when we begin to notice an increase in the number of ticks in our yard. As homeowners, we would attempt everything we could to stay away from them. It's simple: the more you understand about ticks, the better your chances of avoiding and detecting them become.

Knowing what to look for and how to detect ticks if we come across them is critical. Ticks have flat, oval-shaped bodies that expand and round out after feeding. They are normally approximately 1/8th of an inch long and orange-brown to reddish-brown in color, although after feeding, they might turn blueish-gray. Ticks prefer to hide in densely forested environments, long grass, and shrubs. Ticks are notorious for going overlooked. When you come inside after being out in the yard, make sure to thoroughly inspect your family and pets for ticks, and have someone else do the same.

If you've been bitten by a tick, you'll notice a red spot at the bite site that varies depending on the type of tick that bit you. It's critical to seek medical assistance as soon as you see a tick bite or suspect you've been bitten by one. Ticks have been linked to a number of serious and life-threatening infections, including Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever. If not recognized and treated promptly, many disorders can be fatal.

As previously stated, the best way to avoid ticks is to learn everything you can about them. You can do your best to avoid them if you know what they look like, where they may be found, and what to look out for. Ticks are difficult to keep out of your yard using only do-it-yourself methods. Regular pest control services from your local pest control pros are the only sure way to get rid of them. The Eliminator is the solution for homeowners in Vermont and New Hampshire. We provide tick control systems that integrate multiple approaches to lower the quantity of ticks in your yard by 90% all season! We want to help you reclaim your yard at The Eliminator. Contact us today to learn more about ticks and our service programs!