As the weather warms in the Tri-State area, residents are eager to return to their backyards and local trails. However, spring also marks the beginning of peak season for tick infestations. At Masters Pest Control, we have served as the premier tick control company in the Tri-State region for over 40 years. We are dedicated to protecting families across Pike County, PA, Sussex County, NJ, Orange County, NY, and Sullivan County, NY from tick-borne illnesses.
The Risk in Your Own Backyard
It is a common misconception that ticks are only a threat in the deep woods. Research suggests that approximately 75% of Lyme disease cases are contracted within 100 feet of the home. Whether you are gardening in Warwick, hiking in Milford, or playing in Sparta, the risk of encountering these pests is significant.
Ticks are often introduced to your property by “transport hosts” like deer. Meanwhile, “reservoir hosts”—including mice, birds, and chipmunks—actually infect blood-feeding ticks with Lyme disease. This makes professional lawn tick control a necessity for maintaining a safe outdoor environment for your family and pets.
Understanding Lyme Disease and Tick Bites
Effective pest control for ticks and the diseases they carry starts with understanding how tick-borne illnesses are transmitted.
- Transmission: Lyme disease is caused by corkscrew-shaped bacteria called spirochetes. It is transmitted to humans and pets through the bite of an infected black-legged (deer) tick.
- Embedding: Ticks cannot transmit disease simply by crawling on you; they must be embedded in the skin to circulate pathogens through your bloodstream.
- Symptoms: While some develop a bullseye-shaped rash, it is not a universal indicator. Other symptoms include headaches, joint pain, fever, chronic fatigue, and memory loss.
- Safe Tick Removal: If you find an embedded tick, the removal method is critical. Use a specialized tool like a tick twister or fine-tipped tweezers to grasp the tick as close to the skin as possible.
Professional Tick Pest Control Solutions
While no measure is 100% absolute, our natural tick control services are designed to drastically reduce the population on your property. Our approach to lawn pest control includes:
- Targeted Applications: We apply green insecticide treatments to lawns and wooded transition zones where ticks are most likely to hide.
- Expert Knowledge: Treatments are handled by licensed professionals with deep knowledge of tick biology.
- Organic Tick Control: Our green tick control program uses eco-friendly products for exterior treatments. Conventional treatment programs are available upon request.
Schedule Your Free Audit
Don’t wait until you find a tick bite on a loved one to take action. Contact Masters Pest Control today for a free tick audit. We will evaluate your property and provide a tailored plan to protect your home from ticks.
Call us at 877-546-9575 or contact us online.
