As the sunshine of a new spring is upon us, most New Englanders cannot wait to get outside and enjoy the beauty of our state, particularly after a long harsh winter. Unfortunately, some of the greatest dangers to our health and well-being are literally hiding in plain sight.
It is important to treat your lawn with the right type of tick and mosquito treatment program in order to enjoy our great outdoors to their fullest. If you are wondering whether or not to treat your lawn for these harmful pests, it is best to understand how these tiny creatures can ruin much more than your summer barbecue.
The Threat is Greater Than Ever
Our world is getting much more urbanized. Global travel is also more frequent thanks to technological innovations. These factors, added to rising temperatures, mean that humans and pests are in much closer proximity than ever before.
The New Strains of Mosquitoes and Ticks are More Resistant to Home Remedies
Each generation of these pests are growing stronger. They are very good at adapting to changing environments. This means those quaint treatments that might have worked for previous generations are no longer going to be as effective at keeping your family safe.
Mosquitoes Carry The West Nile Virus
The West Nile virus infects thousands of people each year across the country and has been responsible for more than 2,000 deaths in the United States, since 1999. There is still no vaccine to prevent the disease, and antibiotics are not effective, making mosquito bite prevention the key factor to defeating this deadly disease.
Mosquitoes Also Carry Zika
Experts continue to expect local outbreaks in the United States. Again, there is no vaccine to prevent the disease, and antibiotics don’t work against it, making protection against mosquito bites key. Cases of sexual transmission and mother-to-fetus transmission have also been reported. Zika can cause severe birth defects and developmental delays in unborn children.
Ticks Carry Lyme Disease
Lyme disease is caused by bacteria carried by deer ticks. Prompt treatment with antibiotics usually cures the disease, but some people experience lingering symptoms that research suggests do not improve, even with continued antibiotic treatment.
The Same Deer Ticks Can Spread The Lesser Known Powassan
Most common in the Northeast and Great Lakes region, there are still no vaccines or medications to prevent or treat this virus. This disease can cause neurological damage and sometimes death.
The Proper Mosquito and Tick Treatment Program Can Manage These Pests at Every Stage
In order to truly be safe from these dangerous pests, one must understand the different stages of their life cycles. A good lawn treatment team does not just kill the swarming insects that you see, but comes back regularly to make sure that eggs and larvae have also been annihilated. This type of ongoing mosquito and tick treatment program is really the most effective way to keep these dangerous creatures at bay.
In today’s environment, not treating your lawn properly for mosquitoes and ticks can have dire consequences. Lawn pest management is the best way to keep you and your loved ones safe to enjoy the beautiful New England summers, without unneeded fear and worry.
Start Protecting Your Family from Ticks and Mosquitoes Today!
Protecting your family from the dangers of these harmful pests can be as simple as taking advantage of a professional tick and mosquito treatment program. Get started today by contacting Backyard Defenders for a FREE quote and evaluation!