Fox Pest Control provides tick exterminator services in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding area. Ticks are one of the most common parasitic creatures in Pittsburgh. They use their front legs to reach out from bushes and branches, waiting for a mammal to brush by them. They quickly attach themselves and begin feeding on blood. Deer ticks are particularly dangerous, as they can transfer Lyme disease to humans and pets, causing severe illness and long-term side effects.
Ticks can be found on both humans and animals. So don’t forget to check your pets for ticks, in addition to yourself and your kids. The dangers of ticks are real, but with Fox Pest Control’s tick spraying and tick prevention service in Pittsburgh, PA, there is a way to stay safe and feel comfortable in your home and yard. Lawn tick control helps to both exterminate and prevent ticks from living on your property.
Fox provides free tick control inspections and estimates in Pittsburgh, PA. Call (724) 384-7071 or email us to get started.
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You might already know you have a tick infestation, but here is the most common sign that Pittsburgh, PA tick exterminators look for.
In fact, the only way to know if you have ticks is to actually see them. They appear like black or dark brown dots, usually around your waistline, around your ankles, or in your hair.
Inside ticks and outside ticks can be more than just annoying. Are you wondering, “Where can I find Pittsburgh tick control near me?” Fox Pest Control provides free tick inspections, same-day service (if you call before 2 p.m.), and a 100% guarantee. Call (724) 384-7071 or email us to get started.
Preventing ticks in your Pittsburgh yard can be done by using certain pesticides, but there are other ways that you can make your lawn less attractive to ticks, including:
Think you have a tick problem? Call Fox Pest Control at (724) 384-7071 or email us for a free quote.
We’ll schedule same day* tick control service with one of our certified technicians.
Your technician will conduct a thorough tick inspection of your home/property and provide a customized tick treatment plan that will be most effective for your situation.
You will receive a detailed report of the service provided and helpful recommendations to remain tick free.
We come back regularly throughout the year to ensure the ticks don’t come back. If you see any tick activity between your regularly-scheduled service, simply give us a call. We’ll come back for free!
Fox Pest Control provides tick control services in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding areas, including:
We know how important it is to keep a pest free environment for you and your family.
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We start with a thorough initial Home Inspection, then our licensed Fox Pest Control technician will respectfully and comprehensively treat your home.
If you experience concerns after your initial or between quarterly treatments, we'll come back and treat your home again at no additional charge.
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Much like fleas, ticks in Pittsburgh can cause lots of problems for pets, but they can also come into your home. If veterinarian-approved tick treatments for your pet can’t keep the ticks out of your home, it’s time to call the best tick exterminator in Pittsburgh, like Fox Pest Control at (724) 384-7071. We have what it takes to root these pests out of their hiding places and get rid of ticks once and for all. Call (724) 384-7071 or email us to get started.
According to the NIH, ticks survive the winter by living underground. But as soon as it gets warmer than 46° F (which can happen suddenly), they become more active again and start looking for hosts to feed on – both animals and humans. Our winter treatments will catch and exterminate these pests before they can become a problem again in the spring. Looking for Pittsburgh, PA tick control near you? Call (724) 384-7071 or email us to get started.
Yes, ticks can be very dangerous. Because they latch onto their host and suck blood over a long period of time, ticks can transmit a number of diseases, including:
- Lyme disease
- Anaplasmosis
- Babesiosis
- Colorado tick fever
- Ehrlichiosis
- Powassan virus
- Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever
- Rickettsiosis
- Tularemia
Tick removal is critical because they latch onto a host and suck blood over a long period of time. Call (724) 384-7071 or email us to get a free inspection and estimate for Pittsburgh, PA tick spraying and lawn tick control near you.
A small amount of swelling in the area near the bite for a few days doesn’t necessarily indicate Lyme disease. Many people experience a mild allergic reaction to a tick’s saliva, but the swelling should be gone within a few days. Nevertheless, if you have a tick infestation, let Fox Pest Control Pittsburgh provide you with a free quote. Call (724) 384-7071 or email us.
If the swollen spot grows and swelling persists for a week or more, this could be an early sign of Lyme disease. Early treatment of Lyme could prevent its long-term effects. Talk to your doctor if you suspect you see early signs of Lyme disease. In the meantime, call Fox for the best tick extermination treatment in Pittsburgh, PA at (724) 384-7071 or email us.
Transmission of Lyme disease from ticks can take 24-48 hours in most cases, so by checking for ticks regularly, you can avoid many of the problems ticks cause. If you do find you have an infestation, Fox will send a certified tick exterminator -- in many cases that same day.
If you are bitten by a tick and you’re worried about a potential infection, seek medical attention right away.
Ticks are external parasites that latch onto the skin of its host and suck their blood. Ticks only consume blood and nothing else during their lives. Trust the Pittsburgh, PA tick control at Fox Pest for all of your tick spraying and tick prevention needs. Call (724) 384-7071 or email us to get started.
Ticks are arachnids, distantly related to spiders, and an external parasite. They have eight legs and suck the blood of a host. In order to grow from a new hatchling to adulthood, the tick must consume blood several times. Outdoor ticks can lead to indoor ticks. Fox Pest Control provides Pittsburgh tick control near you. Contact us today to get started.
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If a Fox Pest Control customer has an infestation of covered pests in their Pittsburgh, PA home or business between regularly scheduled Home Protection Plan treatments, we will come back and perform targeted treatments to get rid of the pest at no charge. If Fox Pest Control cannot resolve the problem after three such targeted treatments, we will cheerfully refund the customer’s last monthly subscription fee, as long as all other terms of the agreement have been met.
And if you see any pest activity between your regularly scheduled treatments, simply give our Pittsburgh office a call; we'll come back at no additional charge.
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