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Your home is supposed to be where you can relax and enjoy your free time. However, when fleas, ticks and chiggers invade your home, it no longer feels so safe and relaxing. These parasites can transmit Encephalitis, Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, Anaplasmosis, Ehrlichiosis and Babesiosis. Some of these diseases are treatable while others can be debilitating or deadly.
If your dog or other pet contracts one of these diseases, he or she will likely remain a carrier. Contrary to popular belief, not all flea and tick medications are enough to protect your pet. Your home needs a strong defense against fleas and ticks. The best flea, tick and chigger prevention is made possible by choosing Barefoot Mosquito & Pest Control for a mosquito control service that stops fleas, ticks and chiggers from establishing themselves on your property. Fortunately, this service is surprisingly inexpensive.
What to Know About Fleas, Ticks and Chiggers
Pet owners should be aware of fleas, ticks and chiggers especially during warmer months and in warmer environments. These pests feast on your pets and can nest in your home, making the infestation unbearable for you and your pet.
Fleas are the most common pest that bothers your pets, and they can live anywhere between 13 days to an entire calendar year. Ticks are also common animal pests. These parasites travel alone and are nearly invisible to the naked eye. They can transfer life-altering diseases to you and your animal. An unknown pest that many are not aware of is a chigger, which is a species of mite that feeds on the skin of a human or animal. These mites sit on plants and in wooded or grassy areas.
These three pests can jeopardize your, your family and your pet’s health and well-being, and they can nest inside your home. Fleas and chiggers live in small areas, including beds, bedframes and carpets, while ticks cannot survive long indoors.
At Barefoot Mosquito & Pest Control, we understand the nuances of these pests and how to prevent them from altering your lifestyle by offering chigger, tick and flea exterminator services in San Antonio and the surrounding areas.
The Most Effective Treatment
We place a high priority on using pesticides sparingly. That means our methods involve more than just spraying your property. We address the real reasons fleas, ticks and chiggers are on your property, and we aim to minimize pesticide persistence in the soil, waterways and local habitats.
With our flea, tick and chigger services, we take advantage of the prominent service area covered by Barefoot’s mosquito prevention service and add a key ingredient to stop these pests from establishing themselves on your property. Our prevention services are performed in conjunction with our mosquito control service, providing quality service at a cost-effective price.
At Barefoot Mosquito & Pest Control, we pride ourselves on providing the best pest control services while reducing the negative impact on the environment. Our flea, tick and chigger solution is made from 99% natural ingredients, and we prioritize the safety of you and your pet by applying a fast-drying mist to the outside perimeter of your home, allowing you to enjoy the outdoors sooner than other treatments.
Don't put off treatment if you find any sign of fleas or ticks on your pet or your property. Flea and tick infestations can quickly get out of control, and the possible diseases your pet or family members could contract are too dangerous to risk.
FAQ’s
Can I handle flea, tick and chigger control on my own?
Because ticks and fleas can transmit dangerous diseases, it’s unwise to try home remedies to eliminate fleas and ticks. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention actually recommends hiring a professional pesticide company when it comes to eliminating ticks from your property. However, there are several preventive measures you can take to reduce your risk of an infestation, including the following.
- Removing leaf litter
- Keeping your lawns mowed and removing tall grass from all areas of your property with a specialized mower with a skid steer mower attachment to help tackle the tall grass
- Stacking wood neatly in dry areas away from your home
- Keeping recreational equipment and toys away from trees and the edges of your yard
- Building fences to keep unwelcomed animals (deer, raccoons, etc.) out of your yard
- Sealing gaps in your walls and foundation
How do I know if I have a flea infestation?
Fleas really become a problem when the weather warms up. When you notice the temperature rising, start paying close attention to your pets. Do they scratch more often than usual? This could indicate a flea problem. By the way, you should pay attention to your own skin as well.
If you don’t have pets, it doesn’t necessarily mean you don’t have fleas. Fleas also live under outbuildings, in attics and in crawl spaces. You’ll find them coming in through your open windows, doors and more commonly, your roof.
Sometimes, when you have a flea infestation, you can see the fleas in your home or on your pets. These pests tend to travel to the warmest area of your pet. If you notice your pet scratching more than usual, check their groin, armpits and ears and under their collar to spot potential black specs, which are fleas. It is vital to know that fleas can jump on your pet and in your home, making them hard to kill and requiring professional services.
You may also notice dried blood, empty egg cases, shed larval skins and flea feces underneath carpets, furniture and rugs. Adult fleas leave behind flea dirt with their feces. It looks like ground black pepper, and you’ll spot it in areas where your pet often lies down on the sofa, rug, bed etc.
Once you suspect you’re dealing with a flea infestation, you need to quickly take action. These parasites are constantly multiplying, which means they’re always on the hunt for new hosts (you or your pets). The sooner you call Barefoot Mosquito & Pest Control, the easier (and less expensive) it will be to treat your flea infestation.
How do I know if I have a tick infestation?
Ticks love trees, thick grass and shrubs. It’s likely you have at least one area on your property that is a prime location for ticks. Seal up gaps and crevices, and keep your grass cut short to prevent infestations.
If you notice any bumps while petting your dog, check to see if they are ticks. Likewise, check your own body as well as your children after spending time in your yard. Ticks favor the areas of your body where there are skin folds or areas covered with hair. If you find one tick on a pet or on a family member, be sure to check everyone in the family.
It’s tempting to want to grab the tweezers and yank a tick out as soon as you spot it, but hold on a minute. If you don’t remove the tick correctly, you may leave the head under your skin. Or you may crush the body, potentially releasing more dangerous fluids into the bloodstream. Instead, talk to your doctor for the best advice, and ask if you should schedule an appointment to test for potential illnesses spread by ticks.
How can I protect my dog from fleas?
One of the best lines of defense against fleas begins with nutrition. Did you know fleas favor under-nourished hosts? Make sure you’re feeding your dog healthy food. There are also over-the-counter remedies, such as flea and tick collars and solutions to protect your pet from these pests for a limited amount of time. Ask your vet about their flea and tick prevention recommendations.
It’s also a good idea to regularly comb through your dog’s hair and inspect their skin. If you see tiny bite marks (or the actual insects), talk to your vet about how to best get rid of the fleas on your dog.
How does your process work?
Our flea and tick control service always begins with a thorough inspection of your home and property. During the inspection process, our licensed and trained technicians determine where the species are present, allowing us to select the appropriate treatment method for eliminating fleas and ticks.
Pricing & Scheduling
Our flea, tick and chigger control is a very affordable add-on to our mosquito control service, and pricing is based on the size of your lot as well as the amount of vegetation that needs to be treated.
Contact us today through our online form to get your free quote and learn more about our flea, chigger and commercial tick control in Austin, TX, and surrounding areas.
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