How Wooded Properties Attract More Ticks in Portsmouth

Virginia is filled with wide-open spaces, including extensive farmland and lots of protected wilderness areas. Some of these spaces are even right up against yards in suburban and rural neighborhoods, which is a real treat for those who love the sounds and sights of nature. However, some elements of nature aren’t quite as enjoyable, like ticks. 

Unfortunately, ticks often come with lush vegetation, which poses a serious risk to those who enjoy spending time outdoors. Let’s talk about how tick control in Portsmouth is helping protect Virginia residents and how our process works. 

When and Where Do Ticks Appear?

As we mentioned, ticks tend to congregate in areas with dense vegetation, including tall grass, brush, leaf litter, and lush shrubbery. The most common places to find them in your backyard are in these areas and along woodline edges where yards meet the woods. Therefore, properties near or in wooded areas are especially prone to tick infestations, which makes it extra important to monitor kids and pets when playing outdoors.

Unfortunately, ticks are active year-round in Virginia. They typically peak in early spring through mid-summer and have a second peak in the fall. This often happens because of our milder winters, which fail to completely kill off tick populations. 

Are Ticks Dangerous?

Simply put, yes; ticks are definitely dangerous. But it’s not just because they bite—it’s because of what that bite can do. Many ticks can carry Lyme disease or other harmful tick-borne illnesses, some of which can cause serious health issues, especially if left undetected or untreated.

Even if you maintain a barrier between your wooded property and the wilderness areas, deer, chipmunks, and other wildlife can bring ticks onto your property. Therefore, it’s incredibly important to be aware, perform regular tick checks before coming inside, and perform yard prevention tactics that help keep ticks at bay. These can include mowing regularly, maintaining that barrier between your yard and the woods, and clearing leaf litter whenever possible.

For a full list of tick prevention tips, check out our free 6 C's of Tick Control resource.

How Tick Control in Portsmouth Works

If you have a wooded property and are concerned about ticks, Mosquito Squad Plus can help calm that fear with professional tick control. Our service helps reduce tick populations in treated zones, which includes the perimeter around your yard and home. We’ll always begin by inspecting your yard to find hotspots and create a comprehensive treatment plan tailored to your unique needs.

We’ll then use our EPA-registered products to create a protective barrier around your yard, which helps control up to 85-90% of ticks. Throughout the season, we’ll return every 21 days to spray again, helping to target existing tick populations and simultaneously prevent more from forming.

Searching for Tick Control in Portsmouth?

Mosquito Squad Plus is here to help with tick control in Portsmouth. We’ll perform your first treatment within 48 hours, or it’s free, and return every 3 weeks during the season to reapply it for maximum effectiveness.

Along the way, we’ll offer transparent pricing, great customer service, and a 100% satisfaction guarantee that backs up all of our expert work. 

Worried about ticks on your Portsmouth property? Call Mosquito Squad Plus of Hampton Roads at (757) 300-1839 or contact us online for a free quote.