Stewart Termite & Pest Control knows the impact fleas and ticks can have on residents in the Greater Pittsburgh, PA area. With our tick and flea control services, we can save you from the health risk they pose to your family and pets.
Ticks or fleas on your pet or yourself can easily mean an infestation is on the rise on your property or even worse; inside your home. If you spot or even suspect ticks or fleas in your Pittsburgh, PA residence, contact Stewart Termite & Pest Control today and let our experts ensure your home or property is tick and flea free.
Types Of Ticks Commonly Found In Pittsburgh, PA
1. American Dog Tick
Adult American dog ticks are frequently found on dogs, but as youth they tend to latch onto small rodents and birds. Besides hosting on dogs, rodents and birds, American Dog Ticks will also attach to cats and a number of wild animals. American dog ticks have a distinctive white marking on their back. They spread a number of diseases including Rocky Mountain spotted fever, Lyme disease, tularemia, and they have also been known to cause tick paralysis.
2. Blacklegged, or Deer Tick
Blacklegged Ticks are also called deer ticks because they are commonly found on white-tail deer. They will attach to many small mammals, domestic pets and people. They tend to stay in nature settings but can be brought home after a hike or similar outdoor activity. Blacklegged ticks are greatly responsible for spreading Lyme disease among other such diseases.
3. Lone Star Tick
They are so named due to the females bearing a white star-shaped mark on their backs. They will attach to wild mammals, domestic pets and people. The lone star tick is known to transmit tularemia, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and causes tick paralysis in people and dogs.
4. Groundhog Tick:
Groundhog ticks, as their name indicates, are found mostly attached to groundhogs, but occasionally are found attached to small birds and mammals, as well as people. They can transmit some diseases as well, such as Powassan disease.
Types Of Fleas That Bite Humans & Pets
The more common fleas found in the Greater Pittsburgh, PA areas include Bird fleas, Dog fleas, and Cat fleas. They don’t just bite the creature they are named after. Each species of fleas can (literally) jump around to cats and dogs; as well as humans. To tell these species apart, you generally need a microscope. Fleas can cause distress in your pets with their relentless bites. Prevention is optimal, but if you suspect fleas, be sure to get your pet to the vet for treatment.
Why Choose Stewart Termite & Pest Control
We’re passionate about helping people just like you get rid of unwanted pest problems. As such, we are proud to be the only pest control company in Pittsburgh, PA promising excellence in value, service, and trust.
Value
After your pest inspection, we’ll provide you with a quote that makes sense for your budget and unique needs.
Service
We’re not happy unless you are. So if you’re not satisfied with your most recent service, we’ll make it right.
Trust
We know you are putting a lot of trust in our hands. So we promise to treat you and your home with respect.
Tick infestations usually start with your cat or dog. These pests attach themselves to your pets when they’re outside, and then infest their fur and areas they sleep indoors. This means to control Ticks successfully, you need to treat the inside of your home and your yard! Luckily, IPM can help. If you’re dealing with a Tick infestation, or want to safeguard your home from these nasty pests, call 412-822-7610 today!
Ticks attach themselves sucking blood from your loved one. Hence the reason why your pets scratch so much after they’ve been bitten. And, in some cases, Tick bites cause allergic reactions in humans. But the real problem is Ticks carry insect-borne diseases just like mosquitoes and fleas. According to the CDC, the number of illnesses caused by flea bites tripled from 2004 to 2016. So if you’re dealing with a tick infestation, you need to act fast!
Ticks love warm-blooded animals, like your pets. They consume 15 times their body weight in blood, which can cause anemia and significant blood loss. So we recommend that you supplement your flea and tick preventative with 2-3 tick treatments during the warmer months in Location. This will create an additional line of defense from these blood-sucking pests.
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Fantastic work! He came super fast, worked with my schedule, took him 15 minutes, and got rid of the yellow jackets that made the arch of the kitchen door their home. The best part is that it was so so affordable, and had a guarantee in case we needed additional time. It couldn’t be any better!– Pat P. in Pittsburgh, PA
Fantastic company! My family has used them for the last five years for a variety of pest-related issues at our house in the South Hills of Pittsburgh, and Stewart always had the lowest prices and best service. We will be using them again when we move into our new home and recommending them far and wide. A++!– Dave K. in Pittsburgh, PA
I hired Greg to deal with a ground yellow jacket nest. He came when he said he would, was very professional, and dealt with the nest quickly and effectively. He’ll definitely be at the top of my list the next time I have any sort of yellow jacket or other pest issues. Thanks again!– Tell V. in Pittsburgh, PA
