Biting pest
Ticks Control in Elgin, Illinois
Yard edges and tall grass.
What they look like
Small eight-legged arachnids ranging from poppy-seed size (nymphs) to pea size when engorged.
Signs of an infestation
- Ticks found on people or pets after being outdoors
- Activity concentrated along wood lines, trails and tall grass
Where they're found
Shaded leaf litter, tall grass, brush lines, and where lawn meets woods or a natural area.
Why they show up
Ticks wait on vegetation at the edge of maintained lawn and unmaintained growth, where deer, rodents and pets pass through.
Seasonality in Illinois
Active spring through fall, with peaks in late spring and again in early fall.
Prevention tips
- Keep grass cut and create a clear border between lawn and wooded areas
- Remove leaf litter and brush piles
- Check people and pets after time outdoors
- Keep play equipment away from brush lines
When to call a professional
If your property borders woods or open natural areas and you're finding ticks regularly, a perimeter program targeting those transition zones is worth discussing. Any health concern about a bite belongs with a medical professional.
How ProGuard treats ticks
ProGuard evaluates yard structure and treats the harborage zones where ticks actually wait.