Ticks are a worry for plenty of households in Brisbane, particularly in streets that back onto bushland, creek corridors or big parks. They live in leaf litter, long grass and low shrubs, and climb onto people and pets as they brush past. Dog owners often find them first, but anyone who spends time gardening can pick them up too.
A tick treatment focuses on the outdoor areas where ticks wait for a host. When you call, we ask about the size of the yard, what is on the other side of the fence and whether you have pets. The crew we book treats fence lines, garden edges, leaf litter and shaded corners, and points out spots where clearing debris or trimming plants would help reduce numbers.
- Fence lines, especially those backing onto bush or creeks
- Leaf litter, garden beds and low, dense shrubs
- Shady spots under trees, decks and outdoor stairs
- Paths and areas where pets spend time
- Tips on grass height, mulch and clearing garden waste
Ticks are most active in the warm, humid months, but they can turn up in Brisbane at almost any time of year. Keeping grass short, trimming overhanging shrubs and clearing piles of leaves or cuttings near the house all help. Pets should be kept on tick prevention from a vet, since a yard treatment is only one part of the picture.
Many streets in Brisbane sit close to Kedron Brook, Enoggera Creek or bushy reserves, so ticks can come in from outside the yard. A treatment reduces numbers around the home rather than clearing every tick in the area. For a tick on a person, ask a doctor, and for a pet, ask a vet. To book tick treatment, call 07 3543 7771 and we will give you the price upfront.
