Southeast Michigan, Metro Detroit & Ann Arbor Area Tick Treatment

How to Identify A Tick Infestation?

Michigan has experienced a huge rise in tick populations over the last 10 years. Mild winters certainly lead to a larger tick population in the spring and they’re now pretty common in most SE Michigan counties.

Ticks, sometimes confused with a small spider, are actually parasitic and feast on the host’s blood by latching on to you or your pets. Deer ticks and dog ticks are the most common types of ticks in Michigan. Adult ticks are usually about 1/8-inch, so they are quite small.

A clear sign of a tick infestation is to actually see a tick. They will look like small spots crawling around slowly on you or your pet’s body. Once they attach, they stop moving and can be very hard to remove.

If you are finding multiple ticks crawling on you, a family member, or a household pet, it is highly recommended to have a tick exterminator come to your home as soon as possible.

Why You Might Have Ticks

Ticks live naturally in wooded areas or tall grass which is why dogs can pick up ticks easily as they walk through tall grass on an outing. Ticks certainly don’t have to live in the forest. They will happily live in your yard especially if you have a small unkept area with tall grass.

Ticks feed on warm-blooded mammals. They are a parasite, so we and our pets are their food source. Once ticks find their way into our homes, they can be very hard to remove.

Reasons to Treat Your Tick Problem Immediately

Ticks, being parasitic, can be a huge problem.

Deer Ticks can carry Lyme disease which can affect both humans and animals and cause temporary or permanent damage. Ticks can also carry a number of other diseases. Also, if not cleaned properly, a tick bite can become infected.

Ticks can lay thousands of eggs at a time. If they gain a foothold in your home, they could potentially be a huge problem. If you see even a single tick, call expert tick removal services right away.

In light of the serious threat ticks present to humans, dogs, and cats, it is best to invest in professional tick control when ticks appear. If you need professional tick control in SE Michigan, the team at Guardian Pest Control is here to help. Contact us for immediate assistance.

Don’t delay if you see a tick. Contact Guardian Pest Control today.