About Our Flea & Tick Control
Fleas and ticks are more than just a nuisance – they can transmit serious diseases to both humans and pets. Our Flea & Tick Control service creates a protective barrier around your property to reduce these pests and help keep your family safe.
Central New York's climate and woodland areas create ideal conditions for ticks, especially the blacklegged tick (deer tick) which can transmit Lyme disease. Meanwhile, fleas can quickly establish populations in lawns and gardens, creating ongoing problems for pets and families.
Our Treatment Approach
We apply a targeted treatment to your lawn and landscape beds, focusing on the areas where fleas and ticks are most likely to live and breed. This includes:
- Lawn perimeters, especially those bordering wooded areas
- Landscape beds and mulched areas
- Under decks and around patios
- Along fence lines and property boundaries
- Shaded, moist areas where these pests thrive
The Importance of Prevention
Preventing flea and tick populations from establishing on your property is far easier and more effective than trying to eliminate them after they've become established. Our preventative treatments create a protective barrier that significantly reduces the presence of these pests in your outdoor living spaces.
Treatment Schedule
For optimal protection, we recommend treatments beginning in early spring and continuing through the fall, as ticks and fleas remain active until temperatures consistently drop below freezing. Our technicians can recommend the ideal treatment schedule based on your property's specific needs and risk factors.
Key Benefits
- Targets both fleas and ticks in a single application
- Creates a protective barrier around your property
- Helps reduce the risk of tick-borne diseases
- Significantly reduces outdoor flea populations
- Safe for families and pets when used as directed
- Applied by certified technicians with proper equipment
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I treat my yard for fleas and ticks?
In Central New York, flea and tick treatments should begin in spring when temperatures consistently reach 40°F and continue through fall. We recommend treatments in May, July, and September for optimal protection during peak pest season.
Is yard tick treatment safe for pets?
Professional flea and tick treatments are safe for pets when used as directed. Keep pets off treated areas until dry (typically 1-2 hours). Note: Yard treatment supplements but doesn't replace veterinarian-recommended pet preventatives.
How often should I treat my yard for ticks?
For effective protection in Central New York, we recommend three treatments during the active season (spring, mid-summer, and early fall). High-risk properties near wooded areas may benefit from additional treatments.
Where do ticks hide in my yard?
Ticks thrive in shady, moist areas including tall grass, leaf litter, ground cover, and along fence lines and property borders. Our treatment targets these high-risk areas where ticks wait for hosts.
Can yard treatment prevent Lyme disease?
Yard treatment significantly reduces tick populations, lowering the risk of tick-borne diseases like Lyme disease. Combined with personal protective measures, professional yard treatment is an important part of tick prevention for Central NY families.
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Why Choose Emerald?
- Fully licensed and insured professionals
- Local expertise for Central NY conditions
- 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed
- Convenient scheduling options
- Premium products and equipment
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