UNDERSTANDING AND COMBATING LYME DISEASE
LymeShield System Installation in New Jersey & Pennsylvania
Are you aware of the silent threat lurking in your backyard? Each year, Lyme disease affects approximately 476,000 Americans, and residential areas are the most common hunting grounds for these dangerous ticks. This debilitating condition, known for causing skin rashes, severe joint pain, and even heart disease, poses a significant risk, especially to children and the elderly.
At Ecotect Pest Control, we understand the gravity of this threat, which is why we are proud to introduce our latest service: the installation of the LymeShield System, a revolutionary approach to combating Lyme disease right at its source.
Why LymeShield?
Ticks thrive in shaded, vegetative areas, often hitching a ride on unsuspecting hosts, from humans to pets. They contract Lyme bacteria primarily from infected mice. The LymeShield System targets this very process. How? By including an innovative oral vaccine pellet that prevents mice from contracting the disease. If mice aren’t infected, they can’t transmit the disease to ticks.
This system doesn’t just stop at prevention. It integrates into a broader tick-management program, ensuring your environment is uninviting to these pests. The LymeShield bait stations are discreet, require minimal maintenance, and are specifically designed to permit access only to small animals, safeguarding your domestic pets.
The Bigger Picture: Lyme Disease and Our Changing Environment
Our fight against Lyme disease is not just about immediate solutions. It’s also about understanding the larger forces at play. Climate change, for instance, is extending ticks’ breeding seasons, contributing to their migration and population increase. Our changing interaction with wildlife habitats, urban sprawl, and even international travel also play roles in tick proliferation.
As we encroach on natural habitats, we’re unwittingly inviting the wild into our homes. Deer, carriers of Lyme-infested ticks, are now frequent garden visitors. Our fragmented ecosystems no longer support the predators that naturally keep tick host populations in check.
Moreover, ticks know no borders. They’re stowaways on imported livestock and pets, making tick-borne diseases a global concern.
Stay Safe with Ecotect
While we can’t control the environment, we can take steps to protect our health. Ecotect’s introduction of the LymeShield System is part of our commitment to offering peace of mind in the face of these environmental challenges. Our professional team is equipped to manage and service these stations, providing continuous protection for your family.
But remember, personal precautions are just as vital. We recommend wearing protective clothing, using repellents, and conducting regular tick checks after outdoor activities. Your safety is in your hands as much as it is in ours.
Contact Ecotect Pest Control today to learn more about installing the LymeShield System in your home. Together, we can create a safer space for you and your loved ones.