Tick Control in Columbia Lakes, NJ

Your Yard, Safe From Ticks

Protect your family and pets from Lyme disease with professional tick control that actually works.

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Professional Tick Exterminator Services

Reclaim Your Outdoor Space

You shouldn’t have to worry every time your kids want to play outside or your dog needs a walk. When ticks take over your yard, your whole family pays the price.

Our tick control eliminates the problem at its source. We target the areas where ticks breed and feed, breaking their lifecycle before they can establish colonies on your property.

Within 48 hours of treatment, you’ll see a dramatic reduction in tick activity. Your children can play freely, your pets can roam safely, and you can enjoy your outdoor spaces without constantly checking for these dangerous pests. No more anxiety about Lyme disease or Rocky Mountain spotted fever every time someone comes inside.

Columbia Lakes Tick Control Experts

We Know New Jersey Ticks

86 Pest and Wildlife Removal has been protecting Columbia Lakes families from tick-borne diseases for years. We understand the specific tick species that thrive in our area and exactly when they’re most active.

New Jersey has one of the highest Lyme disease rates in the country, and we’ve seen firsthand how devastating these illnesses can be for families. That’s why we use only EPA-approved treatments that are safe around children and pets while being lethal to ticks.

Our technicians are licensed, insured, and trained specifically in tick biology and behavior. We know where they hide, when they’re most active, and how to eliminate them permanently from your property.

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Tick Control Treatment Process

Simple Process, Lasting Results

We start with a thorough inspection of your property to identify tick hotspots. These are typically areas with tall grass, leaf litter, wooded edges, and anywhere your pets spend time. We also look for signs of the wildlife that transport ticks onto your property.

Next, we apply targeted treatments to these high-risk areas using professional-grade products that aren’t available to consumers. Our treatments create a barrier that kills existing ticks and prevents new ones from establishing themselves.

We focus on the areas that matter most – the transition zones between your lawn and wooded areas, around decks and patios, and along walking paths. These are where ticks wait for their next host. After treatment, we provide you with a clear timeline of what to expect and specific recommendations for maintaining a tick-free environment.

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Comprehensive Tick Yard Treatment

Complete Tick Control Coverage

Our tick control service includes treatment of all outdoor areas where your family and pets spend time. We treat your entire yard perimeter, focusing heavily on the edges where ticks are most likely to enter from neighboring properties or wooded areas.

You’ll receive detailed documentation of what was treated, which products were used, and how long you need to wait before allowing children and pets back into treated areas. Most of our treatments are safe for re-entry within 2-4 hours of application.

We also provide seasonal recommendations because tick activity varies dramatically throughout the year in New Jersey. Spring treatments focus on preventing population establishment, while summer treatments target peak activity periods. Fall treatments eliminate ticks before they can overwinter on your property.

How quickly does tick control treatment work in my yard?

You’ll typically see a significant reduction in tick activity within 24-48 hours of treatment. Our professional-grade products work much faster than over-the-counter options because they’re specifically formulated to target tick biology. However, complete elimination can take up to a week as ticks that weren’t directly exposed to the treatment will encounter it when they move through treated areas. We recommend waiting at least 72 hours before assuming any ticks you see are from untreated areas or new arrivals from neighboring properties.
Yes, when applied by licensed professionals using EPA-approved products. We use targeted application methods that minimize exposure while maximizing effectiveness against ticks. Most treatments require a 2-4 hour waiting period before children and pets can safely return to treated areas. We provide specific re-entry instructions based on the products used and weather conditions. Our treatments are far safer than the risk of tick-borne diseases like Lyme disease, which can have lifelong health consequences for both humans and pets.
Most Columbia Lakes properties benefit from treatments every 6-8 weeks during tick season, which runs from April through September in New Jersey. Properties with heavy wooded areas or high wildlife activity may need more frequent treatments. We typically recommend a spring treatment to prevent population establishment, followed by summer treatments during peak activity, and a fall treatment to eliminate ticks before winter. The exact schedule depends on your property’s specific risk factors, including landscaping, proximity to wooded areas, and whether you have pets that spend time outdoors.
Professional treatments use commercial-grade products that aren’t available to consumers and are applied using specialized equipment that ensures proper coverage and concentration. DIY sprays typically only kill ticks on contact and provide little residual protection. Our treatments create lasting barriers that continue killing ticks for weeks after application. We also know exactly where to apply treatments for maximum effectiveness – most homeowners miss the critical transition zones where ticks actually wait for hosts. Professional treatment also includes proper identification of tick species and risk assessment that determines the most effective treatment approach for your specific situation.
No, we can only treat your property, but our treatments create effective barriers that prevent ticks from migrating onto your land from neighboring areas. We focus heavily on perimeter treatments and the areas where ticks are most likely to enter your property. While we can’t control what happens on adjacent properties, our barrier treatments are highly effective at stopping ticks before they can establish themselves in your yard. If neighboring properties have significant tick populations, you may need more frequent treatments, but our approach will still provide excellent protection for your family and pets.
Early spring, typically March or April, is ideal for starting tick control in New Jersey. This timing allows us to target ticks before they become fully active and start reproducing. Starting early prevents population establishment rather than trying to control existing populations, which is much more effective and cost-efficient. However, tick control can be started at any time during the active season if you’re already seeing tick activity. Even mid-summer treatments provide significant benefits, though they may require more frequent follow-ups initially to achieve full control of established populations.