Once ticks infest a home, it can take several weeks to get the problem under control. Even if you're consistently using a tick control product on your pet, you may see ticks from time to time. It's very easy for pets to pick up ticks from infested areas indoors, as well as outdoor environments that we cannot control. You can help prevent re-infestation of the home by using tick control products on your pet throughout the entire season.

This is very difficult, if not impossible to achieve. As ticks are very susceptible to desiccation, removing trees and shrubs will increase the amount of light to the ground, thereby decreasing the humidity levels and making conditions unfavourable for tick survival. Often this involves considerable environmental destruction and is not advisable. See similar questions...

It's important to be very thorough when treating because ticks can move around a house quite easily. Treat all carpeting and upholstered furniture with Zodiac premise control products. Ticks often hide in crevices and underneath furniture, as well in baseboards. They climb vertically, so it's important to treat the sides and backs of upholstered furniture. You may also see ticks on walls and other smooth, vertical surfaces. See similar questions...

From April to July, depending on altitude, ticks become prevalent. About 1/8" in diameter, reddish brown and flat, they may carry the Colorado Tick Fever virus. If you find one embedded in your skin, gently pull it off, and call a physician if you develop symptoms like fever, headache or muscle aches. See similar questions...

No. People often think that because a tick often attaches in the head, that the tick has jumped out of the trees. As ticks are susceptible to desiccation, they tend not to climb very high in the vegetation. Once on a host, the tick may take several hours before finding a site to attach to, which is often on the head. Ticks do not have legs that are adapted for jumping. (BACK) See similar questions...

Ticks become infected with the Lyme disease spirochete by feeding on the blood of animals that have the disease. See similar questions...

The length of time needed to cure Candida depends on two things: how long you have had a Candida overgrowth and which treatment you choose. If you choose to see a doctor and get a prescription for an anti-fungal medicine, it will usually take 1-2 months. If you choose to use a Natural Candida Cure, the average time is one month for every year that you have had a Candida overgrowth. See similar questions...

Start with your bedroom. Since you spend about a third of your life in your bed, you shouldn't have to share it with a miniature ecosystem of dust mites. Allergy relief bedding (also known as dust mite covers or dust mite encasings) is the best defense against dust mites. Encasing your mattress, pillows, and comforters will kill dust mites and immediately protect you from dust mite allergens, enabling you to get a good night's sleep without congestion and morning allergy symptoms. See similar questions...

Some are relatively easy to remove. Check out my links page for guidance. Others are more troublesome, and seem to keep coming back no matter what you do. If you’re experiencing any of the above problems, please consider using our services. We’re happy to help. See similar questions...

Although the number of treatments required varies with each client, those that adhere to the recommended treatment schedule usually accomplish their goal between 12-18 months. Some improvement should be observed within several months after initiating treatment, provided the client adheres to the recommended treatment schedule. See similar questions...

Well, first of all, make sure it IS a "ghost". You should always rule out the physical before deeming something spirit activity. If you do feel you have an active home, know the difference between "ghosts" and typical spirit people connections (ADC's or After Death Communications). Ghosts are earthbound entities and hang around this plane for various reasons. See similar questions...

Are your poison-free hobo spider traps safe to use in a house with pet birds? Their respiratory systems are so sensitive, so I just wanted to make sure. Thanks See similar questions...

The Recycling Commission conducts three Saturday (March, June and September) fee-based dropoffs per year. The dropoff site is usually at the Blanchard School. See our recycling webpage for more details. See similar questions...

Ants come inside your home looking for shelter, food & water. Perhaps there is a part of your home suffering from water damaged, rotting wood. They may have gained access there. Your best course of action is to consult the services of a professional exterminator. They have the tools to eliminate the infestation. I recommend searching the Safety Source for Pest Management database for a pest control operator in your area that uses the least toxic methods. See similar questions...