Our Flea & Tick Inspection Process

Since fleas and ticks behave differently, our inspection process is tailored to each pest:

Flea Inspection Process

🔍 Pet Bedding & Furniture Examination – Fleas hide in pet beds, carpets, and upholstery.
🔍 Floor & Carpet Inspection – Flea eggs and larvae burrow deep into fibers.
🔍 Yard & Outdoor Checks – Shady, moist areas often serve as flea breeding zones.

Tick Inspection Process

🔍 Yard & Perimeter Checks – Ticks thrive in tall grass, shrubs, and wooded areas.
🔍 Exterior Wall & Foundation Inspection – Cracks and gaps allow ticks to enter homes.
🔍 Pet Fur & Skin Examination – Even indoor pets can carry ticks inside.

Once we identify infestation hotspots, we develop a customized flea and tick removal plan.

Our Flea Treatment Process

Fleas multiply rapidly, so our approach focuses on eliminating both adult fleas and their eggs.

✅ Pet-Safe Flea Treatment – We use vet-approved insecticides that won’t harm your pets.
✅ Targeted Carpet & Upholstery Treatment – Fleas hide deep in fabric fibers and furniture.
✅ Yard Flea Control – We apply residual flea treatments in outdoor breeding areas.
✅ Growth Regulators – These prevent flea eggs from hatching, stopping the cycle.
✅ Follow-Up Inspections – We return to check for re-infestations and re-treat if needed.

Our flea treatments kill existing fleas and provide long-term protection against reinfestation.

Our Tick Treatment Process

Ticks are resilient and hard to spot, so our tick control plan targets their most common hiding places.

✅ Perimeter Barrier Treatment – We apply a protective barrier around your property to repel ticks.
✅ Lawn & Shrub Treatments – We treat grassy areas, leaf litter, and shaded zones where ticks hide.
✅ Tick Nest & Egg Removal – Our technicians identify and eliminate tick nesting spots.
✅ Pet-Friendly Tick Control Options – We offer safe solutions that won’t harm your pets.
✅ Ongoing Monitoring – We provide regular follow-ups to ensure ticks don’t return.

Ticks can be active year-round, so prevention is key to keeping your property tick-free.

What You Can Do Before We Arrive for Flea & Tick Treatment

To get the best results from our flea and tick control services, prepare your home and yard by:

• Vacuuming carpets, rugs, and pet bedding to remove flea eggs and larvae.
• Washing all pet bedding in hot water to kill fleas and eggs.
• Mowing your lawn and trimming vegetation to eliminate tick hiding spots.
• Keeping pets indoors before and after treatment.
• Removing outdoor debris like leaf piles, which serve as tick breeding grounds.

These steps increase the effectiveness of our treatments.

Pest Control Services

What Are the Areas Covered in Flea & Tick Treatment?

Our flea and tick extermination services protect both indoor and outdoor areas.

🏡 Residential Treatment Areas:

• Carpets, furniture, and pet bedding.
• Baseboards, cracks, and crevices.
• Yards, gardens, and patios.
• Entryways and garage spaces.

🏢 Commercial Treatment Areas:

• Veterinary clinics and pet grooming salons.
• Animal shelters and boarding facilities.
• Hotels, apartments, and rental properties.
• Outdoor parks and recreational spaces.

If fleas or ticks are anywhere on your property, McMinn Vermin Pro will eliminate them!

Signs of a Flea Infestation

🚨 Pets Scratching Excessively – Fleas cause severe itching and skin irritation.
🚨 Small Brown Insects Jumping – Fleas are tiny, fast, and difficult to catch.
🚨 Red, Itchy Bites on Humans – Flea bites often appear on ankles and lower legs.
🚨 Black Flea Dirt on Pet Fur – Tiny black specks indicate flea droppings.

Signs of a Tick Infestation

🚨 Ticks Attached to Pets or Humans – Ticks embed into skin for blood meals.
🚨 Increased Wildlife Activity – Deer, raccoons, and rodents bring ticks into your yard.
🚨 Small, Hard-to-Spot Ticks in Grass – Ticks blend into vegetation, making them difficult to notice.

Health Risks & Property Impact of Fleas & Ticks

Fleas and ticks carry dangerous diseases that affect both pets and humans:

• Flea-Borne Illnesses – Fleas spread tapeworms, cat scratch fever, and murine typhus.
• Tick-Borne Diseases – Ticks transmit Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and anaplasmosis.
• Skin Infections & Allergies – Flea bites cause severe dermatitis in pets and humans.

Early intervention is key to preventing disease transmission.

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FAQs

How long does flea and tick treatment last?

Most treatments last 30–60 days, with regular maintenance recommended.

Are your treatments safe for pets and kids?

Yes! Our treatments are EPA-approved and pet-safe once dry.