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Ticks are stealthy little insects that you’ll find all over this area,\u00a0but there’s always more you can do to keep these pests under control. Our\u00a0technicians at\u00a0Lawn Doctor of Birmingham-Hoover have a few tips to share about tick control in Vestavia Hills.<\/p>\n

The Key to Effective Tick Control in Vestavia Hills<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The best way to steer clear of these bugs is to make your home\u2014and your person\u2014a lot less appealing to these creatures.\u00a0We suggest the following approach to avoid ticks and tick-borne illnesses:<\/p>\n

Protect your property with certain lawn care tricks\u00a0and regular tick control treatments.<\/strong>\u00a0Tall grass and unruly underbrush can make your lawn a hotbed for ticks and other pests. By keeping your grass a bit shorter and tending to your trees and shrubbery, you can keep ticks from moving in. In addition, our professional tick control in Vestavia Hills can eliminate ticks that are already present and create a barrier that keeps others away.<\/p>\n

Make yourself as repulsive as possible to ticks.<\/strong>\u00a0Right now, ticks may see you as a meal ticket. However, when you\u00a0apply\u00a0bug spray regularly and treat\u00a0your clothing with Permethrin\u00a0products, you may not seem as appetizing as before. Be sure to apply bug spray to your skin every few hours based on the directions. Meanwhile, permethrin will protect your clothes for several months at a time.<\/p>\n

Do full body tick checks on a regular basis.<\/strong>\u00a0You can never be too careful when it comes to ticks.\u00a0These critters are notorious hitchhikers that will latch on for as long as they can, so inspect yourself for ticks each day. Physically, you should feel a bump where a tick has bitten you. Depending on the size and life stage, you may be able to spot them easily too. As you complete your inspection, make sure to\u00a0check your scalp, the backs of your knees, and other likely tick bite areas. If you have kids and pets, you should check them for tick bites too.<\/p>\n

Contact\u00a0Lawn Doctor of Birmingham-Hoover<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Let us help you reclaim your land from ticks and other lawn care issues this season. Our services are available in the following areas:<\/p>\n