Are ticks already active in Maine? Short answer: yes. And they're not wasting any time.
Even though it feels like winter just left the building, ticks in Maine are already making a comeback. Early spring is when we start to see a spike in activity, especially from deer ticks (also known as blacklegged ticks), which are known carriers of Lyme disease.
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With a warm, wet spring on the horizon, followed by a hot summer, pest activity in New England is expected to increase. According to the National Pest Management Association’s Bug Barometer®, due to rising temperatures, we're likely to see ticks, mosquitoes, and other pests emerging early this year. These pests thrive in damp conditions, which are abundant this season. This makes it the perfect… Read More >
Maine’s four distinct seasons are one of the best things about living here - but they can also bring different pest problems throughout the year. Whether it's ants and ticks in the warmer months or rodents seeking shelter when temperatures drop, pests are always looking for ways to get inside. Today, we’re taking a close look at a few of the pests that make each season a little less enjoyable… Read More >
Maine’s spring may be short and a little muddy, and while we’re still several weeks away from truly feeling the warmth of the season, there’s nothing like watching the snow melt, the trees begin to bud, and that first warm breeze against your skin. Spring also means summer is just around the corner—and if there’s one thing better than a Maine spring, it’s a Maine summer. But as much as… Read More >