How to Keep Ticks Away

Ticks find mulch irritating, and they do not like to tread on it. A simple barrier of mulch will help keep ticks away.

Keep your lawn mowed and trim back surrounding brush to make it more difficult for ticks to travel.

There are many different types of insect repellents you can spray and dispense around your yard to keep bugs away.

Diatomaceous Earth is a non-staining treatment that has no odor and can be applied in pet areas to kill off fleas and other insect infestations. Be sure to follow the complete instructions to safely remove the D.E. before allowing pets back into the area.

Products like Ortho Home Defense spray can create a bug barrier around your home that keeps ticks and other insects away for up to 12 months.

Spray the insect repellent product around the foundation of your home and around doors and windows.

When outdoors, avoid walking in areas where the pests are found, wear appropriate protective clothing light-colored, long-sleeved shirt, and long pants tucked into socks, and inspect your body daily for ticks. Pant cuffs should be worn inside the socks or footwear to ensure full protection against ticks and chiggers. For protection against ticks, including those that may carry Lyme disease, chiggers, and mosquitoes, apply a product like Repel Clothing and Gear. This is made specifically for material.

Spraying yourself with an insect repellent suitable for skin contact is a direct way to repel ticks and other biting insects.

If you are looking for additional protection, Insect Shield offers built-in, odorless, and effective insect repellent clothing. This clothing repels mosquitoes, ticks, flies, and fleas, including those that can carry dangerous diseases such as Lyme and malaria. Insect Shield can be used by the entire family with no restrictions on use. The repellent of Insect Shield apparel is EPA-registered to last through 70 washes—the expected lifetime of a garment.