Protecting Your Family & Pets from Fleas & Ticks Throughout Duval County

Kingfish Pest Control offers pest control solutions for fleas and ticks in Jacksonville. Although these pests tend to flourish in the summer months, the warm climate in Florida allows them to survive throughout the year. Our experienced pest control specialists use safe and effective methods to help eliminate these pests for the safety of your family and pets. 

How to Spot the Presence of Fleas & Ticks

Fleas and ticks are pests that can infest your home and cause health problems for your family and pets. If you suspect that you have fleas or ticks in your home, it's important to take action quickly to prevent the problem from getting worse. Here are some signs that you may have fleas and ticks:

• Your pets are scratching more than usual
• You or your pets have bites or rashes on your skin
• You can see fleas or ticks on your pets or in your home
• Your pets are losing hair or have irritated skin
• You can see flea dirt (small black specks) on your pets or in their bedding

If you notice any of these signs, it's important to take action quickly. Contacting a professional pest control service can help you to eliminate fleas and ticks from your home and protect your family and pets from potential health risks.

Health Threats of Fleas & Ticks 

Fleas and ticks can pose health risks to people and pets. Fleas generally don’t cause serious health risks for people, but their bites can cause itchy, painful welts. In pets, fleas can spread diseases such as tapeworm, canine bartonellosis, anemia, and contact dermatitis. You may notice fleas when pets are excessively scratching and licking. 

 The diseases spread by different types of ticks include: 

• American dog ticks – Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, Tularemia, and tick paralysis 
• Deer ticks – Lyme disease 
• Brown ticks – Ehrlichiosis 
• Lone star ticks – Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever 
• Gulf coast ticks – Rickettsiosis, Canine Hepatozoonosis, Leptospirosis, tick paralysis

Due to the health risks associated with these pests, it is important to take steps to prevent infestations and identify flea or tick problems as soon as possible. You can speak to your veterinarian about preventative measures for use on your pets and call for flea and tick control service when you notice a problem. 

If you're looking to prevent fleas or ticks on your Jacksonville property, call (904) 490-7100 for effective pest control at competitive prices.