Southeastern Massachusetts is one of the higher-risk regions in the country for ticks and the diseases they carry, including Lyme disease. If you have a yard in Marion, Mattapoisett, Rochester, Fairhaven, or Wareham, here’s how to make it far less friendly to ticks and safer for your family and pets.
Where Ticks Live in Your Yard
Ticks don’t like open, sunny lawns. They wait in tall grass, leaf litter, brushy edges, and the shaded, humid zones where your lawn meets the woods. On the South Coast, wooded lots and stone walls are classic tick territory.
Yard Steps That Reduce Ticks
- Keep grass mowed short and remove leaf litter regularly.
- Create a barrier of wood chips or gravel between your lawn and wooded areas to stop ticks from migrating in.
- Clear brush and tall weeds along edges, fences, and stone walls.
- Move play sets and seating away from the yard’s edge and into sunny spots.
- Discourage deer and rodents, which carry ticks, by removing food sources and sealing wood piles.
Professional Tick Treatment
Yard maintenance helps, but the most effective protection is a recurring treatment that targets ticks where they hide. TriTown Group’s tick control is 100% organic, kills ticks and their larvae at the source, and is applied on a schedule through the season for lasting protection. It’s included in our season-long program.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is tick season in Massachusetts?
Ticks are active whenever temperatures are above freezing, but peak risk runs spring through fall. Starting treatment in early spring gives the best protection.
Are organic tick treatments safe for pets?
Yes. Our treatment is 100% organic and applied with your family and pets in mind, while still being effective.
Do I still need to check for ticks after treatment?
Yes. Treatment dramatically reduces ticks, but you should still do regular tick checks after spending time outdoors.