Professional Tick Control Services in Dade City, FL
Protect your family and pets from dangerous tick-borne diseases with our comprehensive tick control and prevention services. Our licensed professionals provide effective yard treatments and ongoing protection.
Florida is home to several tick species that can transmit serious diseases including Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and ehrlichiosis. Early prevention is crucial for protecting your family.
Lyme Disease
Transmitted by deer ticks, can cause joint pain and neurological issues.
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever
Carried by dog ticks, can be fatal if not treated promptly.
Ehrlichiosis
Transmitted by lone star ticks, causes flu-like symptoms.
Common Tick Species in Central Florida
Also called blacklegged ticks, these are the primary carriers of Lyme disease. Very small and difficult to spot.
American dog ticks are larger and more visible. They transmit Rocky Mountain spotted fever and tularemia.
Aggressive biters that can transmit ehrlichiosis and southern tick-associated rash illness (STARI).
Found in coastal areas, these ticks can transmit Rickettsia parkeri rickettsiosis.
Our Comprehensive Tick Control Process
Property Assessment
Identify tick habitats, high-risk areas, and assess the extent of tick population on your property.
Targeted Treatment
Apply professional-grade treatments to tick habitats including tall grass, brush, and wooded areas.
Habitat Modification
Recommend landscape changes to reduce tick-friendly environments around your home.
Ongoing Protection
Seasonal treatments and monitoring to maintain tick-free outdoor spaces year-round.
Where We Apply Tick Treatments
High-Priority Areas
- Property Perimeter: Create a protective barrier around your home and yard.
- Tall Grass Areas: Target areas where ticks wait for hosts to pass by.
- Brush and Shrubs: Treat dense vegetation where ticks commonly hide.
- Wooded Areas: Focus on forest edges and shaded areas near your property.
Additional Treatment Zones
- Play Areas: Protect children's play spaces, swing sets, and outdoor equipment.
- Pet Areas: Treat dog runs, kennels, and areas where pets spend time outdoors.
- Garden Borders: Create barriers around flower beds and vegetable gardens.
- Outdoor Living Spaces: Protect patios, decks, and outdoor entertainment areas.
Tick Prevention Tips
Landscape Management
- • Keep grass short and well-maintained
- • Remove leaf litter and debris
- • Create gravel or wood chip barriers
- • Trim overhanging branches
- • Install deer fencing if needed
Personal Protection
- • Wear long pants and closed shoes
- • Use EPA-approved repellents
- • Stay on cleared paths and trails
- • Perform daily tick checks
- • Shower after outdoor activities
Pet Protection
- • Use veterinarian-approved tick prevention
- • Check pets daily for ticks
- • Keep pets on leash in wooded areas
- • Maintain tick-free yard spaces
- • Regular grooming and inspection
Tick Control Service Areas
We provide professional tick control services throughout Central Florida:
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Don't risk exposure to dangerous tick-borne illnesses. Contact Bolt-In Pest Control today for comprehensive tick control and prevention services.