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Ticks are small, sneaky, and a major threat to your household’s health. When they latch on to a host to feed, they can transmit pathogens through their saliva and cause diseases. Thousands of Americans are infected with tick-borne illnesses each year. Unlike mosquitoes, ticks do not feast and flee. After finding a host, they can continue feeding for days. If left unchecked, their populations can grow quickly. Some species, like deer ticks, can lay over 3,000 eggs at once, so don’t wait to do something if you notice a tick on your property!

Need local tick control now? Mosquito Squad Plus® is your professional tick control solution. Find a Squad® nearby.

Fun Fact About Ticks

Steak-lovers beware! Sometimes, a bite from a lone star tick can trigger a red meat allergy. Their saliva contains an alpha-gal molecule that may result in a negative immune response to ingested meat.

Common Types of Ticks in the US

Blacklegged "Deer" Tick

The deer tick, which received its nickname for commonly being found on white-tailed deer, can be identified by its reddish body and dark head and legs. This type of tick is known to transmit pathogens that cause Lyme disease (borreliosis) and ehrlichiosis. Deer ticks are primarily found in eastern and midwestern states and are common in wooded areas and gardens. Blacklegged tick nymphs, about the size of a poppy seed, are the most dangerous to humans, as they can remain nearly undetected and transmit pathogens faster than larger-bodied individuals.

American Dog Tick

American dog ticks are relatively large, clocking in at around a quarter of an inch in diameter (not gorged) when fully grown. They have dark-brown bodies and distinctive white or grayish markings on their backs. Common in grassy areas across the eastern half of the US and some western states, American dog ticks are known to spread Rocky Mountain spotted fever and tularemia. Unlike deer ticks, dog ticks prefer open fields over wooded areas.

Lone Star Tick

Lone star ticks are typically reddish-brown. Females have a single white spot on their backs, and males have scattered white markings. They can be found in the southeastern and eastern US, and they are known to transmit ehrlichiosis and (rarely) alpha-gal syndrome, or AGS. Lone star ticks are more aggressive than other types; instead of waiting for a host to pass by, lone star ticks actively seek a host. They are known to hunt in groups by crawling toward animals and humans.

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Tips for Outdoor Tick Management

The prevalence of ticks is increasing. Sightings used to be mostly isolated to areas of tall grass and thick vegetation during the summer, but mild weather has allowed ticks to expand their range and stay active for longer durations of the year.

You can take steps to deter ticks from your yard. Here’s how to keep ticks away naturally:

Clear tall grass and brush
Remove leaf litter and other debris or clutter
Frequently mow the lawn
Create a three-foot-wide barrier between your property and wooded areas
Keep playgrounds, decks, and patios away from the edge of your yard
Construct a fence to keep out wandering rodents, deer, and other animals
Grow tick-repelling plants around your yard like lavender, chrysanthemum, catnip, sage, and eucalyptus

If you’re looking for a natural tick spray service, try our natural pest treatment. With a non-toxic and non-synthetic formula, this treatment utilizes essential oils to repel ticks.

Professional Tick Management Services

Along with our packaged pest control solutions, Mosquito Squad Plus® offers two distinct tick yard treatment methods:

Traditional barrier treatment effectively kills ticks on contact and controls them for up to 21 days.
Tick tube treatment eliminates ticks with a biodegradable tick control product.

During your cost-free consultation, we’ll inspect your property for tick breeding areas (wooded areas, high grasses, mulch beds, etc.) and develop a treatment plan. Then we’ll give you an honest and up-front tick treatment quote.

About Traditional Tick Barrier Spray Treatment

Our tick spraying service eliminates ticks at the source: their breeding grounds. During treatment, we target areas in your yard where ticks breed and hide. For an extra layer of protection, we spray the perimeter of your property where ticks are likely to live in shrubbery and tall grass.

We recommend scheduling recurring tick services every 21 days following the initial treatment.

About Tick Tube Treatment

A tick tube is a small, biodegradable tube filled with insecticide-treated cotton. The cotton is collected by small rodents, like mice, who use it as bedding for their nests. When ticks attach to mice, they are taken to mouse nests and ultimately killed.

Lawn Tick Control Near Me

Connect with our pest control specialists to protect your household from ticks. Our local teams are highly trained and experienced in tick management.

If your yard is a haven for ticks, other dangerous or bothersome pests are likely lurking. Learn about the benefits of our pest packages for managing several pests in your yard.

Request a free quote or call us at (877) 332-2239.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ticks

Where do ticks live in your yard?

Ticks choose to live in shady, humid areas if available. They’re attracted to weeds, tall grasses, low-lying shrubs, and the outer edge of grasslands near lawns.

Ticks are also found in:

Wood piles
Wooded areas
Stone walls
Leaf piles
Fallen and low-hanging tree branches
Overgrown shrubs
Bird feeders

Ticks cannot jump or fly, so they tend to be close to the ground. They attach to humans and animals by direct contact.

Why are ticks dangerous?

Ticks are dangerous because they are the primary carrier of human-contracted diseases like Lyme. In the past decade, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reported approximately 30,000 new cases of Lyme disease each year.

Dogs and cats are equally if not more susceptible to illnesses like tick-borne Lyme disease, due to their active lifestyles and low-to-the-ground physiques.

What diseases do ticks carry?

Some of the most common tick-borne diseases include:

Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever – This is a potentially fatal bacterial disease resulting in symptoms such as fever, headache, rash, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, muscle pain, and lack of appetite. It is spread by the American dog tick, Rocky Mountain wood tick, and brown dog tick. It is most commonly found in North Carolina, Tennessee, Missouri, Arkansas, and Oklahoma.
Ehrlichiosis – Although it does affect humans, ehrlichiosis is most commonly contracted by deer and dogs. The bacteria kills white blood cells, so common ehrlichiosis symptoms include headaches, fatigue, and body aches. Lone star and blacklegged ticks are the primary carriers of this disease.
Tularemia – Tularemia is a disease that can affect both people and animals. It can be spread by a tick bite, deer fly bite, contact with infected animals, consuming contaminated water, and more. Symptoms of tularemia vary depending on the form of infection; when someone is infected from a tick bite, symptoms can include skin irritation, inflammation, skin ulcers, and the swelling of lymph glands.
Lyme Disease (Borreliosis) – Named after the Connecticut town in which it was first found, Lyme disease is the most prevalent tick-borne disease in the US, with diagnoses in every state except Hawaii. If caught early, Lyme disease can be resolved by a variety of antibiotics. Unfortunately, Lyme is not the easiest disease to diagnose. The telltale bull’s-eye rash is only one of the many symptoms of Lyme and does not always appear; other symptoms include fever, fatigue, and joint pain.

What is the cost of tick control services?

The price of tick control services vary depending on the square footage of the area to be treated, the frequency of treatment, and your choice of control method. You can count on Mosquito Squad’s^® customized free quote to be competitive and fair.

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ALEX CASTRO

"Mosquito squad to the rescue, the technician showed up & Was on it, Great customer service the technician was really professional, thank you for helping. Keep my family safe."

phyllis rocher

"A young man named Josh Allen came to my house for my first treatment. I have not used any chemicals on my property for 30 year, but elm seed bugs drove me crazy. I was nervous about the..."

Marianne Novelli

"Josh and Keegan were extremely courteous, professional, thorough and really took time to make sure that even all the wasp nests were addressed. Their communication and service is excellent!"

Syita Blash

"Thoroughly pleased with this company, their services, and professionalism. We used them last year and we did not have any issues with mosquitoes or insects flying near our home. I laugh bc the..."

Dan & Natalie Sweeney

"Such great service! Very happy from the start and amazing communication. We had a bad mosquito problem and after having mosquito squad come for a couple years now our problem has gone away! Will..."

Elizabeth Magee

"Josh & Keegan did a great job! Both were kind & professional. Josh did a great job listening to my husband’s concerns then following through! Thank you for awesome customer service."

Tonya

"I have been using Mosquito Squad for a few years now. I have been more than happy with the professionalism, the quality of the product that is being applied, and the follow up that is provided. If..."

Jan Peine (Mister)

"I love this company! I can enjoy my backyard with confidence again! So happy when they come and SO worth the money I spend. Tech Joshua is GREAT!!!"

Larry Witherbee

"Another great service call! Thanks "M" Squad!"

Sarah Bohannon

"For multi dog people and deathly allergic mosquito people - this company & service is for you! This company has exceeded all of my expectations. I run a very busy dog business from my home. Lots..."