Tick Season has Started: What Homeowners Should Know About These Pests
by Michael Moorhouse|9th May 2022
We know the feeling: The days are warmer, the sun is shining, and the outdoors beckon. But as springtime arrives, something else is on the move – ticks, looking for hosts and eager to feed. Whether you’re a homeowner spending time in the backyard or a pleasure-seeker hitting the trails, a basic knowledge of ticks will help you manage your risk exposure and avoid the dangers associated with ticks, primarily disease-causing bacteria. Ticks Transmit Diseases It’s an ugly fact: Ticks eat our blood. Adults, children, and pets are susceptible to tick bites. Some ticks feed on several hosts during their […]
What Kind of Bug Bite is That? And What To Do About It
by Michael Moorhouse|27th May 2022
You’re bound to encounter all sorts of bugs this summer, but you may not even realize they’re around until long after they’re gone. It can take hours before you see or feel the itchiness from their bite. So where did that bite come from? And more importantly, how should you treat it? While there are some common treatments, the best one will depend on the type of bite. Here’s a look at how to identify the culprit, the best way to treat a bug bite, and how to avoid them in the first place. Mosquitoes Typically, symptoms will appear a […]
Fall Pest Update: Ticks are Active and Asian Longhorns Are Booming
by Michael Moorhouse|15th September 2022
Michael Moorhouse here from Mosquito Shield with a round-up of pest-control news and franchise updates. It’s been a long hot summer and now as we head into the shorter days and cooler temps, we’re seeing more activity from ticks. This is when the young ticks have moved from the larva stage to the nymph stage and they’re on the hunt for their next blood meal. A nymph will feed 4-5 days on its host if undetected and removed. They’ll be active until the temps drop below 45°F. On a positive note, the CDC is reporting this summer’s tick-related ER visits […]
May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month
by Michael Moorhouse|30th April 2018
Learn the facts about Lyme Disease and strategies to help avoid it May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month and this is the perfect opportunity to learn the facts about this serious bacterial infection. Lyme Disease is carried by Blacklegged Ticks (often called deer ticks) and although not all blacklegged ticks carry Lyme Disease, we believe it is important to understand the seriousness of the disease, recognize its symptoms, and employ strategies to keep tick interactions to a minimum. What is Lyme Disease? Lyme Disease is an inflammatory disease transmitted by ticks characterized by a rash, headache, fever, and chills. […]