Your Guide to Tick Control in Bristol, WI

Ticks, the small, apple-seed-sized arachnid that thrives in summer months, are a nuisance in much of the United States. They don't cause itching and pain, they don't swarm, but they do carry with them the risk for multiple tick-borne illnesses. If you're a Bristol resident, you can call on Mosquito Squad for treatments that can help protect you and your family from these diseases.

What species of ticks are found in Bristol?

In Wisconsin, there have been at least 16 species of tick identified throughout the state. However, only two of these are truly problematic. In Bristol, these are the two species you should be careful to avoid.

The first species of notes is the deer tick, also called the black-legged tick. These ticks can transmit disease as soon as they enter their nymph stage, and continue doing so all the way through adulthood. Their name comes from their tendency to latch onto white-tailed deer, so keeping deer out of your yard can help limit their numbers.

The other species you should be concerned about is the dog tick, or wood tick. These ticks can flourish even if they're trapped indoors for a long period of time, such as in a doggy daycare or kennel.

Why do I need Bristol tick control?

Tick-borne disease is on the rise, and that includes in Bristol. The only way to avoid these illnesses are to avoid being bitten in the first place, which is much easier with the help of powerful, professional tick control. Keep an eye out for the following:

• Lyme Disease makes up 80% of all diagnoses of tick-borne disease in the United States and affects around half a million Americans each year. It usually resolves within a few weeks or months, but some people suffer from long term complications.
• Babesiosis from a tick bite releases parasites into the blood that attack your red blood cells and cause hemolytic anemia.
• Ehrlichiosis affects white blood cells, leading to high fevers and severe flu-like symptoms. Ticks also spread a version of the disease that affects dogs, especially German Shepherds and Siberian Huskies.
• Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever is signaled by an abrupt, high fever, as well as flat, pink spots. It can cause serious problems very quickly, so prompt treatment is necessary.

To prevent lifelong consequences or even fatal outcomes associated with tick-borne diseases, the best course of action is to avoid tick bites altogether. You can take some steps, like using insect repellent and wearing clothing that covers your skin when outdoors, but professional tick control is the best option for more extensive prevention.

How can I control ticks in Bristol?

Mosquito Squad's approach to tick control focuses on treating high-risk areas with a potent barrier protection spray, which can take care of adult ticks while also creating a protective barrier that significantly reduces tick populations and prevents larvae from maturing. To make sure the treatment continues working, consider joining our subscription plan, which includes regular visits from a technician every 21 days to reapply the treatment.

For even more protection, ask us about our innovative tick tube treatment. Closer to the cold months of the year, during which mice will need to make nests to spend the winter, we'll scatter cardboard tubes stuffed with insecticide-treated cotton throughout your property. Mice take the cotton for nesting, and in doing so, any ticks that chew on the cotton will ingest the poison. Come spring, you'll be looking at a greatly reduced number of ticks around your home.

Trust Mosquito Squad for Exceptional Bristol Tick Control

Our team puts customers first and strives for friendly, open communication and an unparalleled level of reliable service. For extra measure, we stand by our 100% Satisfaction Guarantee (terms and conditions apply). We'll help you stop ticks in their tracks. Get started with a free quote today by visiting us online or giving us a call at (630) 521-3303.