Tick yard treatment is a great way to prevent ticks from roosting in your yard. These dangerous arachnids can cause severe illnesses, including Lyme disease and other infections. Pest Control Unlimited’s tick yard treatment will help you to keep your yard tick-free. You can choose from natural insect repellent or pesticides, depending on the type of treatment you want.
Natural insect repellent
Using permethrin-based insect repellents can help protect your yard from ticks. These compounds can be applied to clothing and gear and can be effective for up to four weeks. But first, read the label and consistently use the product outdoors, in a protected area.
Some people use essential oils, which have anti-tick properties, but no studies prove their effectiveness. Other options include using a DEET-free repellent. Repel spray, recommended by Consumer Reports, has a 5-star rating for deer tick and mosquito protection.
Lemon eucalyptus oil is another option. Essential oils of the lemon eucalyptus tree have anti-tick properties and are approved by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). For example, Citrosynthol is an organic substance synthesized from lemon eucalyptus essential oil. It smells like lemon and gives protection for up to seven hours.
Another natural insect repellent that is effective for ticks is garlic oil. Garlic oil has a strong smell, which ticks find unpleasant. However, it reduces the number of ticks nymphs in the area and is effective at keeping ticks from feeding and laying eggs. It is important to note that garlic oil does not kill ticks; it simply repels them. However, it is not as effective as other synthetic insect repellents and may require more application to ensure it is effective.
There are two main types of insect repellent for ticks: synthetic repellents and natural insect repellents. The former is better than synthetic tick repellents and has superior strength and longevity. It can be applied to clothing or sprayed on the lawn to protect against ticks.
Pesticides
Before applying pesticides to your yard, consider the risk of toxic effects. Always read product instructions thoroughly, wear protective clothing, and wear a respirator if you are outdoors for prolonged periods. In addition, it will help if you keep your pets out of the treated area. If you do use pesticides to treat your yard, be sure to choose an organic product.
One option is using natural tick deterrents. Natural tick repellents, such as essential cedarwood oil, kill ticks. Researchers from the CDC reviewed natural barriers and found that they had a similar killing ability to synthetic chemicals. However, these natural deterrents do not contain as many chemicals as their synthetic counterparts.
Another option for tick yard treatment is using an aerosol insecticide. This product contains active ingredients that kill both adult and undeveloped ticks. In addition, it provides residual control for about seven months. Before applying this product, be sure to vacuum the area thoroughly. After the treatment, clean the canister with soap and water.
In addition to preventing ticks from entering your yard, you can also make your yard less tick-friendly by limiting the presence of tick-carrying animals. However, it would help if you were cautious when using pesticides because these chemicals can pose risks to your health.
Cost
Getting rid of ticks in your yard can be expensive. Luckily, there are several methods you can use to keep ticks at bay. Among them are broad-spectrum insecticides, tick tubes, and Insect Growth Regulators. Adding tick-free borders around your yard and treating your pets can also help. Most ticks congregate around the outer nine feet of your lawn, so treating these areas is vital to prevent them from spreading to your home.
Neem, a natural plant, can be used to control ticks in your yard. It has a low knockdown power and is applied at dusk and dawn. Neem sprays can cost anywhere from $10 to $30. Other IGRs work by targeting adult ticks and are priced anywhere from $25 to $60.
An initial inspection is essential to determine if your yard is infected and which tick species is present. After treatment, a follow-up inspection is needed to ensure the ticks are gone. In addition, a proper tick identification process is essential to make sure your home is tick-free. Common tick species include deer, brown dog, and lone star ticks. You may also encounter Gulf Coast ticks and Rocky Mountain wood ticks.
The cost of tick yard treatment depends on the size of the property and the type of chemicals used. A small yard can be treated with a single application of a tick-killing solution for about $40, while large wooded areas may require multiple treatments.