Posts with the tag: "tick control"

Spring Tick Prevention For Homeowners In Maine

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 >

When Should I Start Treating My Yard For Ticks?

It’s been an unusual winter here in Maine. In fact, you might say it’s been a mixed bag. We’ve been on the receiving end of storms that have knocked out power for days, caused serious flooding across the state, and dropped snow (although not a lot in our neck of the woods); we’ve also seen above-average and below-average temps. It’s a lot for one winter, and it is not over yet. Of course… Read More >

Does Maine Have A Tick Problem?

Unfortunately for Maine residents, ticks have been a regular part of our lives for years now. We’ve stayed on paths while hiking to avoid wooded areas where these biting insects hang out. We’ve become experts at inspecting ourselves, our kids, and our pets after spending any amount of time outdoors. We’ve also watched the number of Lyme disease cases associated with infected deer ticks… Read More >

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Threats That Ticks Pose To Maine Residents In The Summer

In Maine, summer is the time of year when the weather is warm, sunny, and perfect for spending evenings and weekends outside enjoying nature with family and friends. However, if precautions aren’t taken, summer can also be the time of year when you, your family, and your pets could be put into harm’s way by blood-feeding, parasitic ticks. Read More >

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