Going to bat against your tick in Garland, Plano, Richardson & Rowlett
Ticks are small parasites that live externally off the blood of people, birds and mammals. They thrive in tall grass and shrubs where they wait on the edge of branches to attach to a passing host. Ticks don’t jump or fly, so physical contact is the only method of transportation for ticks. Ticks have harpoon shaped mouth parts, which allow them to anchor themselves firmly in place while feeding. Tick bites look like mosquito bites, but can sometimes bruise or resemble a bullseye. Ticks are second only to mosquitoes as vectors of disease and can transmit Lyme disease, Meningoencephalitis, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, tularemia, babesiosis, Colorado tick fever, Q fever, tick paralysis, and several forms of ehrlichiosis. This is why tick control is extremely important. Contact Home Run Pest & Termite Control to remove tick populations from your yard as soon as you spot one.
Tick Removal Tips
Please see a doctor or veterinarian to remove a tick.
Crushing or irritating the tick using heat or chemicals should be avoided, because these methods may cause it to regurgitate its stomach contents into the skin, increasing the possibility of infection.
Lyme disease found in deer ticks cannot be transmitted once the body is removed even if the mouthparts break off and are still in the skin. Prompt removal is important; infection generally takes an extended period of time – over 24 hours for Lyme disease alone.
It is commonly claimed that petroleum jelly placed on the tick will clog the animal’s breathing passages and cause it to detach itself. Many medical authorities advise against this and other smothering approaches as ticks only breathe a few times per hour and may continue to feed for some time. Smothering tactics may irritate the tick to the point of regurgitation and may cause otherwise avoidable infection.
Tick Control Protection Plans
Ticks are covered under our Standard Pest Protection program. To treat standard pests, we will begin by conducting a thorough inspection of the property. Once we determine the scope of the infestation, we will then apply a low toxicity, low odor pesticide to the perimeter of the home, setting up a barrier to keep pests out of your house.
Satisfaction Guarantee
We recommend beginning our Standard Pest Protection Program to keep ticks away. We offer quarterly services. All recurring services are guaranteed 100%. If you see standard pests between services, we will return for free to re-treat the infestation. For more information about our Standard Pest Program, give us a call today!
Good Contractors List
Home Run Pest is a proud member of the Good Contractors list which means you can hire us with the confidence that your ant control service is backed by a money back guarantee. The Good Contractors List are so confident in our services that they guarantee that we will deliver what was agreed upon or The Good Contractors List will PAY up to $10,000 to make it right!
Tick Control Service So Good, It’s Guaranteed!
At Home Run Pest & Termite Control, we don’t just talk the talk. We back it up with our satisfaction guarantee and a history of exceptional service. Don’t let ticks sideline your family, call us today.
Tick Pest Control Reviews
“Very satisfied with the tech that was dispatched. Answered all my questions.”
Pauline N.
“Great experience! Fast response and very affordable. I think what jumped out at me most was how knowledgeable the technician was. Would highly recommend to my friends and family!”
Bryan B.
“Excellent service! Very professional and knowledgeable. Will definitely be calling Home Run Pest and Termite Control in the future!”
Tammy F.
“Trey and Christy were both very professional, pleasant and helpful. They responded very quickly to my calls.”
Grundy Z.