Do pest control companies spray for ticks?
Tick spray can be a simple and effective answer to the problem of a pesky tick infestation. If you have deer ticks or other types of ticks in your yard -- and you just might, since summer is a season where ticks are most active, along with spring -- now is the time to act to protect your home.
If you want to make sure your family is safe, the best pest control companies often offer tick treatments, along with other pest control services, at affordable rates. We've rounded up the best below.
While there are plenty of tick sprays you can buy over the counter or online, we recommend letting a pest control professional handle the job, especially for an actual infestation. This is because many tick or pest repellents can cause eye or skin irritation with improper use. That said, if you have a pet, and want a good first line of defense against ticks, there are commercially available products worth checking out, such as Vet's Best flea and tick home spray available through Amazon. This bestseller includes a plant-based formula.
For bigger tick problems,, we recommend looking into a reliable pest control company.
Do pest control companies spray for ticks?
Most local and national pest control companies offer some form of tick treatment service. This usually starts with a home inspection to determine the extent of your tick problem, after which a pest control professional will walk you through the recommended treatment plan. Depending on your situation, you may need more than one treatment to get rid of the pests.
Terminix, which provides pest control solutions to homeowners in more than 45 states, offers comprehensive tick treatments that are perfect for anyone with a serious tick problem at home. Terminix offers monthly inspections and treatments throughout tick season (so, now) to keep you home and yard tick-free all year.
For smaller infestations, Terminix quoted a one-time tick control service at $213. This one-time service includes:
- A comprehensive exterior inspection and treatment
- A plan to deal with every and any species of tick found in the United States.
- Both liquid and granular treatments to both get rid of the pests and prevent them from coming back.
Monthly Terminix services for ticks offer the same services on a recurring basis throughout tick season. Our quote was just $79 per month for the Tick Defend System plan. Click the link below and put in your address to get an online estimate based on your location.
Should you treat your yard for ticks?
If you have a tick problem, spraying your yard can help mitigate the problem. Professionals should be able to clear away a majority of the ticks in your area, reducing your risk of encountering one of the tiny pests and acquiring a tick-borne disease such as Lyme disease.
But getting rid of the problem completely can be difficult; ticks love to hide. Tall grass, ground-cover plants and humid areas are all welcoming areas for ticks to thrive, so if your yard borders on the edge of a wooded area, you may live near prime tick real estate.
Orkin, which has been in business for more than 100 years, is one pest control company that has the trained and reliable expertise to match its services. And one of those services is a tick treatment, which starts with a detailed inspection. Other services included in Orkin's tick treatments include:
- A full investigation of your yard and home.
- An examination of your yard's environment and any nearby potential tick homes or habitats.
- Exterior treatments around the perimeter of your home to prevent the bugs from sneaking in.
- A detailed report of all services rendered at the end of the day.
- Scheduled follow up visits to monitor pest activity and determine if more treatments are needed.
The price of a tick treatment from Orkin can vary, with multiple factors like your location, home size, yard size and level of pest infestation all playing a role. We received an estimate of $100 to $200 for tick treatments to an average-sized home in upstate New York, but you may receive a different amount for your own property.
How much does it cost to spray for ticks?
Pinpointing exact prices when it comes to tick treatments, or any pest control services, can be difficult. Prices are almost always given as a quote after your local pest control company looks at a number of things. Tick treatments and other pest control solutions tend to have prices based on the following factors:
- Property size. Tick treatments tend to be priced by square foot or acre, so the larger your yard or property, the more you can expect to pay.
- Infestation level. More ticks may require more than one treatment, which will in turn drive up costs. A mild infestation may be treatable in one go, while severe tick problems can require five or more treatments in total.
- Location. In the United States, there are around 90 different species of ticks to be found. Depending on where you live, you may only be dealing with a single species of tick -- or several, which can mean more thorough inspections and more frequent treatments.
- Landscape. If your yard is littered with potential tick hiding spots (tall grass, mulch beds, wooded areas, ect.), you can expect to pay more for tick treatment.
The national average cost for tick treatments averages out to between $50 and $150, but your local pest control companies and experts may quote a different amount. Smaller areas and average-sized homes will likely be priced somewhere between $0.08 and $0.15 per square foot.
