Metro Detroit Tick Control

Every summer, it seems like our phone is ringing off the hook. Customers across Michigan, including Metro Detroit, begin to see an increase in ticks as the weather turns warmer. Why us? Mosquito Squad delivers effective tick control methods in a customer-focused way that makes people feel well cared for.

Why Is Metro Detroit Tick Control Important?

When people reach out to us for tick control, it’s often due to concern over tick-borne disease. Of the many species of ticks that exist in the United States, there are some particular species to watch out for in Michigan, each of which carry a risk for a different set of diseases.

• The American dog tick is particularly widespread in forests. They carry both Rocky Mountain spotted fever and tularemia.
  • Rocky Mountain spotted fever is characterized by symptoms of vomiting, stomach pain, and muscle pain, and it can be fatal if untreated.
  • Tularemia affects humans as well as animals and is characterized by inflammation, ulcers, and swollen lymph glands, and can be treated with antibiotics.

• The blacklegged tick is a relative newcomer to Michigan but has been emerging in forests along often used trails. It is associated with Lyme disease, anaplasmosis, babesiosis, and ehrlichiosis.
  • Lyme disease is the most common tick-borne illness in the United States. Characterized by a distinctive bullseye rash accompanied by fever, fatigue, and joint pain, it’s treatable when caught early.
  • Anaplasmosis causes symptoms of fever, headache, chills, and muscle aches. It’s important to treat as soon as it’s identified because it can result in severe illness and even death.
  • Babesiosis doesn’t usually cause symptoms, and those who do experience any cannot be treated effectively.
  • Ehrlichiosis kills white blood cells, resulting in headaches and fatigue. It’s effectively managed with antibiotics.

• The Lone Star tick is particularly aggressive and lives mainly in wooded or grassy areas. In addition to ehrlichiosis, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and tularemia, those who are bitten by this species are at risk for alpha-gal syndrome.
  • Alpha-gal syndrome causes a severe allergy to red meat that can threaten lives. Significant diet changes are required in order to manage this disease.

• The brown dog tick is the only known species that can thrive indoors, often infesting places where dogs live and play, like kennels. In addition to Rocky Mountain spotted fever, they can also spread specific strains of both ehrlichiosis and babesiosis that affect dogs.

How Can I Control Ticks in Metro Detroit?

Fortunately, there are preventative measures that you can take to help mitigate tick infestations in and around your property:

• Yard Maintenance: Keep grass short and clear away leaf litter and debris.
• Pet Care: Keep your pets up to date on tick prevention medication to reduce the risk of bringing ticks into your home.
• Thorough Tick Checks: Check yourself, your loved ones, and your pets thoroughly for ticks after any extended period spent outside.

Professional Tick Control in Metro Detroit

Though these preventative measures are a good first step, they aren’t powerful enough for thorough tick control. For truly robust tick control, professional services are crucial. Mosquito Squad’s effective barrier treatment is one of the strongest solutions for problematic ticks. Our treatments can reduce tick populations significantly and will help them be a non-issue as you continue to utilize tick control measures.

Why Choose Mosquito Squad?

Mosquito Squad is dedicated to your satisfaction. We deliver effective pest control solutions with unbeatable service. We tailor our treatments based on our assessments of your property and needs. Don’t wait for tick-borne disease to strike - take the first step towards tick control. For a free quote, call us at (844) 630-1030 or fill out our online contact form.