If you live in the Northeast, contracting tick-related illnesses should be a major concern. 2019 is the most recent year the CDC has data on cases of Lyme disease and all of New England is a high incidence area. If not treated immediately, Lyme disease can be a debilitating and chronic illness, which is why tick control in Weston, MA, is so important.
Thankfully, AllGreen has the perfect recipe for effective tick control in Norwood, MA and Westwood, MA. Using a combination of granular and liquid treatments, we eliminate ticks at the source so you can live comfortably without the fear of Lyme and other devastating diseases. With us, you can make your lawn tick-free.
Tick Control from AllGreen
We understand that keeping yourself, your family, and your pets safe is an imminent priority. That can be especially tough when the weather is warm and you want to spend your time outdoors. Consistently dry weather will reduce the tick population, but they are still a concern, even during long stretches with no rain. At AllGreen, we want you to reap the full benefits of the beautiful New England summer while it lasts without worrying about contracting harmful diseases on your own property.
We provide useful treatments that keep ticks away and make you more secure so you can enjoy your summer.
Lyme Disease Transmission
Lyme disease is caused by Borrelia burgdorferi, a bacterium usually transmitted to ticks through an infected host, such as a bird, rodent, or deer. The infected tick then attaches itself to the skin of a human using its tiny legs. Because it is so small (the largest ticks measure about 2.7 mm in length), many people don’t realize that the tick has fastened itself to the skin. In order for the disease to be transmitted, the tick must be attached for at least 36 hours. Ticks don’t bother us without a reason; they want our blood. Once it starts feeding, it can pass on the disease into its host’s bloodstream. The longer it feeds, the more likely it is to transmit.
Common Symptoms
The infected person can start feeling the effects of Lyme disease within a month of transmission. Fevers, chills, headaches, muscle and joint aches, and swollen lymph nodes are common, as well as a rash that can grow up to a foot in length. After the first month, more serious symptoms can occur, such as arthritis, dizziness, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, shooting pains, brain and spinal cord inflammation, and short-term memory loss.
Lyme disease is generally treated with antibiotics that usually heal the person quickly. But in some cases, you can feel the effects for up to six months, or longer if you wait to be treated after infection.
Tick Control in Weston, MA
If you’re worried about ticks, the simple solution is to call AllGreen. We will provide you with tick control in Weston, MA, so you can enjoy the outdoors. Keep your family safe and take advantage of summer weather with AllGreen.
Contact us at 617-327-5555 in West Roxbury or 781-762-7080 in Norwood.