The tick population in America has been increasing at an alarming rate. They come as they please and make a home wherever they land. With many negative consequences of these unwanted pests, it’s time to take back control of your yard with Tick Shield, Mosquito Shield of East Central New Jersey’s tick control service.
Our treatment instantly targets and eliminates ticks in East Central New Jersey’s tick-prone environments for immediate relief.
By addressing tick hotspots commonly found in East Central New Jersey, we help reduce the tick population and prevent future infestations.
Our proprietary formula is specially designed to not only kill ticks but repels others from your property allowing you, your kids and pets to enjoy your property more.
Adult deer ticks are about the size of a sesame seed, with females showing a reddish-brown body and a dark shield behind the head. Nymphs and larvae are smaller but still capable of spreading disease. They thrive in wooded areas, tall grasses, and leaf litter, and can also be found in shaded yards and gardens near tree lines. Deer ticks in East Central NJ are the main carriers of Lyme disease and can also spread anaplasmosis, babesiosis, ehrlichiosis, and Powassan virus.
Larger than deer ticks, with reddish-brown bodies and distinctive white or silver markings on their backs. Females can swell to the size of a pea when engorged. Found in grassy fields, along hiking trails, and in open wooded spaces, they are often near recreational areas and residential yards. They do not transmit Lyme disease but can carry Rocky Mountain spotted fever and tularemia. Their bites can cause irritation or infection if not removed promptly.
Medium-sized ticks with females easily identified by a single white dot on their backs; males have faint edge markings. While less common in East Central NJ, their range is expanding. They prefer warm, wooded habitats with dense underbrush, often along deer trails. Lone Star ticks are known for their aggressive feeding behavior and can transmit illnesses such as ehrlichiosis, tularemia, and Heartland virus. They have also been linked to alpha-gal syndrome, which can trigger red meat allergies.
Tick control and preventions are more crucial than ever to limit your family and pets from the dangers of tick-borne diseases. Ticks are resilient pests that can survive in various environments, making your yard a prime target. Without proper control measures, these tiny but dangerous insects can spread rapidly, threatening your outdoor spaces and peace of mind.
Ticks thrive in many areas of your yard, including:
Ticks love dense, shaded areas where they can easily latch onto passing animals or people.
These spots provide perfect hiding places, allowing ticks to remain undetected while waiting for their next host.
Ticks cling to low-hanging branches and shrubbery, making it easy to latch onto you or your pets as you pass by.
Even in seemingly harmless piles of leaves, ticks can hide and survive for months, waiting for the right conditions to emerge.
Our tick control solutions are designed for East Central New Jersey’s unique environment, offering fast, effective protection for your outdoor spaces. We guarantee satisfaction with a money-back promise and schedule your first visit within five business days. You’ll receive regular updates before and after each treatment, so you’re always in the loop. Learn more about our key benefits below: