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Jan 05,2026
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Ticks may seem harmless at first glance, but they pose a real danger to human and animal health. These tinyparasitescarry serious diseases, such as Lyme disease, and can easily infest your yard or surroundings if nothing is done to keep them away. Fortunately, there are effective solutions for spotting them, preventing them, and most importantly, getting rid of them. Here's how.
Understanding ticks: what you need to know
Ticks are tiny mites belonging to the arachnid family, just like spiders. They live mainly in wooded areas, tall grass, bushes, and damp places. They don't jump or fly; they simply wait for a host to pass nearby and attach themselves.
They are most commonly found between spring and autumn, when temperatures are milder. Ticks can attach themselves to the skin of humans or domestic animals, feed on their blood, and sometimes transmit diseases such as:
What are the signs of a tick infestation in your home?
Certain situations or observations may indicate the presence of ticks on your property:
- You find a tick on the skin of a pet or on your clothes after an outdoor activity.
- You live near a wooded area, a field or an unmaintained wooded area.
- You frequently see deer, small rodents, or wild birds in your yard.
- Your land has long grass, stacked wood, or poorly maintained wet areas.
Even without seeing them directly, these elements are early warning signs of an environment conducive to ticks.
How to prevent a tick infestation?
Prevention is the first line of defense against ticks. Here are some simple and effective tips to implement around your home:
- Mow the lawn regularly to prevent grass from becoming a refuge.
- Create a buffer zone between your yard and the woods: for example, a gravel border.
- Keep piles of wood or compost away from the house.
- Avoid plants that attract deer and other wild animals.
- Place bird feeders away from the house.
- Use preventative treatments on your pets.
- Check your skin, your clothes and those of your children after a trip outdoors.
These actions greatly reduce the risk of infestation.
Why use RD in case of ticks?
Even with the best precautions, a property can still become infested. In this case, calling in experts like RD is the best decision.
Here's what RD can do for you:
- Professional inspection of your property to identify risk areas.
- Targeted and safe treatments in areas conducive to tick habitat.
- Environmentally friendly methods , safe for children and animals.
- Personalized advice to prevent the problem from recurring.
- Fast and discreet service , because you don't want to wait.
Our tick protection programs
At RD, several programs are designed to prevent and eliminate tick infestations. They can be adapted to your situation according to the level of risk.
Outdoor Peace of Mind Program
This program includes:
- Two annual visits to treat harmful insects, including ticks.
- Treatment around the house , in wooded areas, under patios, etc.
- Free service calls if a problem arises between visits.
- Preventive advice tailored to your land.
More information on the External Peace of Mind program .
Outdoor Peace of Mind Program + Rodents
An ideal solution if your property also attracts small tick-carrying animals, such as voles or squirrels. This program adds protection against rodents, thus limiting the spread of ticks on your land.
More information on the Outdoor Peace of Mind + Rodents program .
Total Protection Program
Ultimate peace of mind: protection against outdoor insects, indoor insects and rodents, with fast, preventative and comprehensive service.
More information on the Total Protection program .
When should you treat your land against ticks?
The best time to act is in the spring . This is when ticks awaken from their winter phase and begin searching for a host. The earlier you treat, the more you limit the reproduction and spread of these parasites.
A preventative treatment by RD in early spring can make all the difference. If you notice ticks during the season, it's not too late: our treatments are just as effective in cases of infestation.
What you can do in addition to RD services
In addition to professional treatments, a few simple actions on your part can strengthen protection:
- Maintain your yard regularly (mowing, hedge trimming, debris removal)
- Inspect the animals and treat them if necessary
- Avoid high-risk areas during periods of high tick activity.
- Educating children on good habits (avoiding tall grass, checking themselves after an outing)
Peace of mind through prevention and expertise
No one wants ticks infesting their yard or threatening the health of their loved ones. Thanks to RD's specialized services , you can confidently regain control of your environment.
Our team supports you with effective, eco-friendly treatments tailored to your specific needs. Whether you require simple preventative care or an urgent intervention, we are here for you.
Request your free estimate today .Because with RD, you can truly say goodbye to unwanted pests.
