Very often people call us, clearly in order, under the guise of potential clients, to extract information from us about how to properly treat an area against ticks. Moreover, from the conversation it is clearly clear that the person is not going to order processing from us, at the same time he does not know how and with what to carry it out correctly, and is afraid that we will expose him as an enemy spy and will not give him any of our professional secrets.
In fact, we do not hide anything from our experience in treating areas for ticks from anyone and can talk about it. Yes, there are a lot of nuances and little things in this procedure, which in their entirety can and do affect the effectiveness of baiting parasites. And all these nuances are almost impossible to tell either over the phone or even in a very detailed article. At a minimum, many of them follow disinfectants subconsciously, and do many things correctly without even thinking about it, simply because over many years of experience these actions have become automatic.
However, now we will tell you in as much detail as possible how to poison ticks in your area. We will tell you about the specifics of their destruction on the lawn near the house, on the garden plot among trees and beds, on public spaces overgrown with grass. Moreover, we will present all this in the form of instructions, in the “take it and do it” format. And you will see how it is done correctly and decide whether to poison the ticks yourself, or order professional treatment from specialists.
Disinfector on the treated area.
So, let's go. Where do you start treating an area for ticks?
Self-processing or calling a specialist?
Self-treatment of an area against ticks requires the owner to be thoroughly aware of all procedures and comprehensive chemical protection. It is necessary to study the literature, find time for a favorable forecast and calm weather, and also purchase all the equipment. As a result, having decided to process the site yourself, you have to spend not only money, but also time. This option is not beneficial for everyone, especially considering that some time must pass after processing.
Oleg Roshchin
I am a professional exterminator, I have been removing insects from apartments and private houses for 7 years.
Calling a specialist is much easier. The company the owner contacts will have everything necessary and will select favorable weather conditions for processing. The owner of the site only needs to pay and agree on the choice of means that will be used to treat the site. The approximate cost of professional processing is determined by the size of the site and its distance from the city. Basically, companies require 600 rubles from 1 hundred square meters and about 400 rubles from 40 hundred square meters, then, as a rule, the price is negotiable. In this case, the owner spends money but saves time.
Considering all the facts, the most favorable solution for people who have not done processing before is to call specialists. Even if you buy equipment and learn the process, it will not pay for itself. This takes a lot of time, and treating the area more than 2-4 times a year is dangerous both for health and for the area.
Are these drugs safe for people, pets and crops?
The safety of the drug depends entirely on its composition. Harm has a different ratio for living organisms. This is clearly seen when using drugs that do not have such a negative effect on the crop as they do on humans. However, most manufacturers recommend waiting at least 3 days after treatment before entering the site.
Do not forget about safety during processing, since failure to comply with safety precautions can lead to adverse health consequences. In rare cases, exposure to chemicals can cause death. That is why it is better to trust the processing to professionals who are not only specially trained, but also have chemical protection.
Mr. Summer Resident recommends: actions if a tick has grabbed onto the skin
If you find a parasite on your body, you should immediately consult a doctor, who will provide the necessary assistance: he will painlessly remove the entire insect, send it to the laboratory for examination, and give an injection if necessary.
You can get it out yourself, armed with a thread or tweezers. Using a thread, make a knot near the proboscis and progressively pull up, removing the arachnid. Actions should be smooth without harshness.
The ideal is to remove the tick without damaging the body and avoiding suppuration. However, if it is damaged, the area should be wiped with an alcohol solution, and the remaining part (the head) is recommended to be removed using a needle, after which the area is treated again. The extracted arthropod must be placed in a glass container and taken to a specialized place.
Prevention of tick infestation of a summer cottage
By performing a number of actions, you can protect your area from arthropods. These include:
- Removal of waste from the territory.
- Treatment of pets' fur with a special product and a thorough examination of them.
- Planting repellent plants.
- Systematic cleaning of the ground from stale branches and grass, regular mowing of the lawn.
- Installation of bird feeders (starlings, thrushes) - natural enemies of ticks.
- Elimination of rodents - the main carriers of insects.
- Creating an obstacle near the fence itself in the form of a path made of sawdust or gravel 100 cm wide. This structure will prevent neighbors from entering the territory.
When to treat and how often to repeat?
The recommended period for carrying out anti-tick treatment of a summer cottage begins in April and ends in early July. This is the time when ticks are most active, which both poses a danger to humans and makes them easy to kill. Direct processing should be carried out in calm weather and with a favorable forecast that does not imply precipitation for several days in advance.
The procedure must be repeated twice a year: during the recommended period and at the end of summer, because this will help reduce the number of ticks in the area when the next spring arrives. Accordingly, treatment must be carried out annually.
Traditional methods for treating gardens against ticks
Let me warn you that it is impossible to 100% protect an area from a blood-sucking parasite using folk methods alone. However, they are very effective as auxiliary, preventive agents:
- Citrus juice. Ticks are repelled by the smell of lemon, orange, lime, tangerine, etc. The juice of aromatic fruits is diluted with water, sprayed with planting liquid, tall grass.
- Solutions with a pungent odor. Ticks do not like the aroma of garlic, sage, or geranium. They do not like the smell of essential oils - mint, rosemary.
- Boric acid, baking soda or soda ash. An aqueous solution of one of these substances is sprayed in areas where ticks are expected to accumulate.
An effective remedy is the creation of “right-of-way strips” at the boundary. Shallow ditches are dug and filled with sawdust and fine gravel - it is almost impossible for flightless ticks to get over such an obstacle.
Tick traps are also effective. The simplest option is an old light, white T-shirt or shirt that a person has worn for a long time. The smell of human body and sweat is very attractive to ticks. Parasites sense it 10 m before the victim. Baits are laid out in tall grass and dense bushes. The matter with the parasites crawling on it is carefully placed in an iron basin or bucket and immediately burned.
What to process?
Regular processing procedures imply the use of a reliable product.
Cifox
The product is used by many disinfection services because it is very toxic and versatile. Thanks to it, your garden plot can be protected not only from ticks, but also from other parasites. The main advantages include:
- fast-acting effect;
- duration of action;
- versatility.
The product is also allowed for use at home, but with extreme caution.
Ram
The peculiarity of the composition of “Taran” does not allow it to immediately begin to act against ticks, however, this is compensated for by its long aftereffect for up to 2 months. The product is not safe to use, which requires additional protection. The main substance is Zeta-cypermethrin.
Acarocide
A universal insect repellent that can eradicate from the garden plot:
- ants;
- bedbugs;
- ticks;
- insect larvae.
The main chemicals in the composition are fenthion and cypermethrin, in 40% and 10% proportions, respectively. Areas of use of the drug for disinfection: closed reservoirs (prohibited in open ones), basements, children's and residential premises, catering facilities.
Medilis Cyper
A highly toxic substance with a specific odor and yellow color. The main active ingredient is cypermethrin in a ratio of 25%. The duration of the drug is about 2 months, and the treatment should be carried out 3 days before moving into the site. The manufacturer recommends, in the absence of knowledge of the type of ticks located in the local area, to treat according to the concentration as against ticks of the genus Dermacentor.
Bytex
It is an insecticidal preparation that is also used in the treatment of medical premises. Suitable for combating ixodid ticks, and the active ingredient is fenthion in a ratio of 40%. The effect lasts for 1 month. In case of unsuccessful treatment or weak effect, re-treatment of the area is permissible.
Dobrokhim FOS
The substance specializes in the destruction of flies, fleas, ants, ticks and other insects in communal premises, catering areas and childcare facilities, excluding exposure to bedrooms, dining rooms and playrooms. The active ingredient is 20% fenthion. Water acts as a solvent, which provides a reduced degree of danger for pets (cats or dogs), livestock and children.
Force site 25%
A remedy for combating various parasites, including ticks of the species Ixodes, Dermacentor, Haemophysalis - those that are the causative agents of tick-borne encephalitis. The main active ingredient is fenthion in a ratio of 25%; auxiliary elements are: antioxidant, stabilizers, fragrance and solvent. Also an emulsion concentrate. Duration of action is from one to two months depending on the level of spraying. The drug can cause an irritating effect on the mucous membranes of the eyes and skin, which classifies it as toxicity group 3 according to GOST.
Sipaz Super
The substance is an emulsion concentrate, which gives it the possibility of a broader effect - on adults and their larvae. The active ingredient is cypermethrin in a ratio of 25%. The manufacturer recommends using it as a medical disinsection at various facilities. After use there are no traces, but a slight odor remains that does not irritate the respiratory tract. Duration of action after use is about 2 months.
Samarovka
An insectoacaricidal agent with a wide spectrum of effects. The active ingredient is cypermethrin (25%), and working emulsions contain up to 0.05% cypermethrin. The effect of the drug begins within 20 minutes after application. The residual effect after use outdoors is up to 4 weeks, and indoors up to 4 months. It is strictly forbidden to apply the product to bodies of water that are used for breeding fish or birds.
Acaritox
The drug goes on sale in powder form, which gives a stable emulsion when dissolved in water. The powder does not clog the nozzles, due to its composition, and also does not produce sediment. The main substance is alphacypermethrin in a ratio of 5%. After use, the residual effect lasts up to 2 months. Without going into the soil with water, thereby remaining on the litter, it provides a negative effect on ticks during their sleep.
