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Ticks are a parasitic pest that can wreak havoc on your health and property if an infestation occurs. But what are they really? Ticks are, in fact, arthropods. Other insects that fall into the arthropod family are many varieties of mites. So, ticks are actually not insects or spiders, no matter how often they are grouped into these families. Don’t worry, you will still be able to find tick exterminators in most of your Waldorf pest control companies.
There are a large number of tick species in the world. The most common species of tick in Waldorf, MD are either Wood Ticks or Deer Ticks. If you’ve ever found a tick on you, it is probably from those two species. Deer Ticks, in particular, can be dangerous because they are associated with the spread of Lyme Disease, which can have terrible health repercussions if contracted. You should always call a tick control professional if you find ticks in your Waldorf yard or home.
Luckily, ticks are not hard to spot or identify. They vary slightly by species. But, overall, they are small invertebrates. All ticks have eight legs and a tear-dropped or round body. In contrast to popular conception, ticks do not burrow into your skin to feed. Instead, their mouths latch on to mammals in order to suck blood.
There are two main classifications of ticks: hard ticks and soft ticks. Hard ticks have a hard-outer skeleton that is lacking in soft ticks. Soft tick bodies tend to be a rounder shape than hard ticks.
Although all ticks can carry disease, only a few species are very dangerous. You can tell the species of tick by their markings, shape, size, and color. A tick control professional can also help you identify the type of tick infesting your yard.
Unfortunately, Ticks are naturally in the wild and the city. They can be found in the grass, wood piles, and gardens of many Waldorf homes. This is why having a tick exterminator come to your house to treat for ticks is the best way to avoid a tick problem on your Waldorf property.
In addition to employing tick control services, there are a few steps that you can take to avoid ticks. First, wear appropriate clothing when outdoors. If you are going to be in the woods or area with high grass, wear long socks over your pants and boots. Second, always perform a “tick check” after returning in from outside. This step applies to your animals as well, for the most common ways ticks enter our homes is by riding in on our animals.
The best way to prevent ticks and ensure the health and safety of your family is to call a tick exterminator like Barefoot Pest Control. Tick control will ensure that yourself and your family are kept safe from nasty health issues like Lyme disease and an infection caused by a scratched tick bite.
If you live in the Waldorf, MD area, you need to call Barefoot Pest Control for your tick extermination needs. We provide an initial inspection and estimate at no cost. Barefoot Pest Control’s service is fast and professional. We will not rest until your tick problem is resolved. Let us help you keep your family safe.
When your doorbell rings, you can be confident that the person Barefoot Pest Control has sent to your home to take care of your control and extermination is a true professional. We carefully screen, background check, and conduct lengthy interviews with prospective employees. Barefoot Pest Control technicians also undergo extensive training, both in the classroom and on the job with a mentor, before they are allowed to work on their own. You can rest easy knowing that your problem is in good hands with Barefoot Pest Control.
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Barefoot Pest Control has proudly been providing expert pest control and bed bug control in Waldorf for over 7 years. During this time we've helped over 20,000 homeowners manage and exterminate their pest problems.
Barefoot Pest Control is a Waldorf locally owned and operated company; we take pride in servicing the community that we live in. We value your time, so when you call we'll schedule an inspection or service time that is convenient for you.
Our technicians are thoroughly screened during our interview process. We only hire professionals we would want to service our own homes. We background check and drug test all employees and make new hires go through extensive training both in the classroom and on the job before they can service a home or business alone. We also believe in and practice continuing education, ensuring our technicians are always providing the best service possible. You can rest easy knowing that when your door bell rings Barefoot Pest Control has sent a true professional to resolve your Waldorf pest issue.
Barefoot Pest Control provides a zero obligation free inspection and estimate in Waldorf. Our technicians will take the time and care to thoroughly explain the treatment options best suited for your particular problem. Our professional service is convenient as well as effective.
We conduct a thorough home inspection. We will identify the source of your pest problem.
We put together a plan that best fits your home in order to eliminate and protect against pest.
We exterminate your pest problem.