Ticks are a major problem in many areas of the country and some of them can be deadly to some animals. There is ongoing research into Lyme disease and its transmission through certain kinds of ticks. If you have a yard or other garden area where ticks might be hiding, you might need to seek out some expert tick control in Greenwich, CT.
How to Get Rid of Ticks
One of the big problems that many people face is that their pets can give a free ride to ticks, and even fleas, from the garden and into the family home. The ticks will then latch onto anything that will allow them access to a good supply of blood. Commonly, these ticks hide underneath the fur of cats and dogs without us even knowing. If you think you might have a tick problem, it’s time to get in touch with a tick control company and have a chat.
Here are just a few ways to minimize ticks in your garden areas:
- Keep the grass short because they love to hide in long grass that is not maintained
- Get rid of any trash or debris that is sitting in your yard because ticks love to hide there
- Make a three foot wide moat of gravel around the perimeter of your yard to keep ticks from entering
Call in the Experts
If you are struggling with tick control, a local company can help to prepare your yard, minimize the risk of ticks living there, and eliminate existing ticks with special pesticides. The last thing you want is for ticks and fleas to get into your home, so visit us for more details on how we can help.
