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Ticks and fleas are commonly found Ectoparasites, commonly seen on dogs and cats. As a pet owner, you are more at risk for a flea and/or tick infestation as your pet is likely to carry them into your home from the outdoors.  But be warned – some ticks can even infest dogs that spend most of their time inside the house. Ticks attach to a dog’s skin by their mouth, producing a sticky substance that helps them cling onto the skin. Consequently, these pests pose a risk not only for pet owners, but also for the pet they attach to. Fleas and ticks can make their way into a home in other ways, such as through fabric or fur. Once they are inside your home, they are difficult to remove as they live up to 100 days or more without a host. Furthermore, adult ticks can survive up to three years without a blood meal.

Can Ticks Harm Humans?

Ticks can harm humans as they carry diseases that pose a serious threat. Once attacked, a person’s  skin will often become red and irritated where the tick attaches to the body. Ticks that transmit diseases to dogs can also infect humans with the same type of diseases. Pets carry ticks into the house, increasing the risk of tick-borne diseases. Once indoors, ticks and fleas can rapidly spread as they lay eggs quickly, leading to rapid infestation. Ticks and fleas are potentially active in warm weather and can cause a variety of hazardous diseases such as Lyme disease, Tularemia, tick paralysis, and Rocky Mountain spotted fever, which is commonly shown on dogs but can impact humans as well.

While ticks do pose a threat, it is important to remember not to blame or punish your dog for an infestation or pest-related illness. In fact, both human and dogs are at risk when they come in contact with these pests, while playing in most types of grass. Pet owners should keep a check on their dogs to avoid tick infestation by using tick control products to fully enjoy the outdoors.

Tick Exterminator in San Antonio

Since ticks and fleas can breed quickly in your home, it is advisable to contact pest control experts to get rid of them. Tick control must be practiced consistently in order to keep  your home safe for both pets and pet owners. If your family experiences problems that are caused by  ticks, contact Accurate Pest Control right away. We will ensure tick infestation is taken care of with the best tick exterminator in San Antonio. They will help you remove ticks and tick larvae, thus preventing ticks from returning. Contact us for professional tick control services.

A home with a pest infestation can exasperate any home owner. Pests such as flies, cockroaches, and rats can potentially spread hundreds of diseases, and they also come with a universal reputation of filth. As if the diseases they bring aren’t awful enough, pests are also likely to cause allergic reactions, which can eventually lead to asthma attacks.

If you have a pest infestation in your home, you aren’t alone. According to one survey, over 80 percent of homes in America per year are found to be dealing with a pest problem – the more common pests being, flies and rodents. This goes to show that the lives of many Americans are at risk because of their exposure to pest allergens.

Now let’s find out which types of pests cause these allergic reactions.

Types of Allergy- Causing Pests

•Cockroaches:  Being able to survive in a wide range of temperatures, cockroaches are some seriously annoying pests. They are known to cause allergic reactions such as skin rashes, coughing, congestion, postnasal drip, and eye infections, causing itchy and watery eyes. The infection is transmitted through their bodily waste that comes from feces, their saliva or even shedding of their skin. This cockroach dust can lead to asthma attacks, causing constant coughing and wheezing with symptoms of anxiety and feelings of stiffness in the chest. It is very important for people with asthma to be aware of any sort of cockroach infestation in their home.

•Flies: Flies cause allergic reactions as they carry allergy-causing bacteria easily from place to another. Flies are believed to carry over 65 diseases that can induce allergies. Species such as common house flies can cause nasal allergies.

•Rodents: Rodents such as rats, mice, and guinea pigs can trigger allergic reactions, caused by their droppings, urine, saliva, and skin. The rat allergies may result in a stuffy nose, nausea, and eczema.

•Dust Mites: Despite their small size, dust mites can cause allergic reactions. In fact,20 million Americans are allergic to dust mites. These allergies reactions can result in nonstop coughing, watery eyes and a runny nose.

Keep Your House Safe from Pests

Pests can create problems if they continue to persist in your space; thus, it is necessary to take immediate action to get rid of them. The primary step to avoid pest-related problems is to keep your house clean and to schedule consistent pest control check-ins to keep your house safe. Cockroaches, flies, and rodents survive on leftover food particles, so regular cleaning is the key. Regular pest control will help with the long term prevention of pest infestation in your house. Accurate Pest has trained professionals to treating pests in San Antonio. These expert exterminators are ready to offer excellent pest control services to help liberate you and your home from these creatures.  

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Termites can cause considerable damage to your home as they feed mainly on wood and frequently tend to chew through furniture, cabinets, floors, and ceilings. Homes constructed primarily of wood are more prone to termite infestation, and such damage can render these structures unsuitable to live in. Termite infestation can be disastrous and extermination can be expensive if the infestation goes unnoticed for a long period of time. If you suspect termites in your house, it is high time to call your local pest control professionals and schedule an inspection. The sooner you discover and eradicate these pests, the better off your wallet will be. Prior to an inspection, it is important for you to take care of a few things.

What to expect during a termite inspection

It is always better to ask pest control professionals beforehand what needs to be done on your end to be most prepared for a quick and efficient inspection. The pest control inspector will need access to the following areas, which you will need to clear prior to their arrival –

• Garage Walls: The expansion joints, as well as where the garage walls meet the slab floor are entry points for termites and will need to be inspected properly for infestation. Therefore, you should clean the garage wall in advance and make adequate space for the exterminators.
• Exterior Walls: Keep your belongings away from exterior walls as they need to be thoroughly examined for bugs who enter primarily from outside.
• Crawl Space: Make sure you remove everything that blocks the opening to the crawl space so pest control has easy access to the raised foundation outside of your house.
• Attic: The exterminator(s) will need to get into the attic for termite inspection, and it should be easily accessable. Accordingly, ensure you remove  clothing and other items if the entrance to the attic is in a closet.
• Sinks: Pest control is very likely to check areas under sinks as these are hotspots for bugs and termite infestation. Therefore, remove items under your bathroom and kitchen sinks.

What to expect from us

With over 25+ years of experience, Accurate Pest Control has never failed to satisfy our customers. Our team conducts thorough inspections and uses  the most up-to-date technologies for extermination. We use the Termidor® ,which has been named America’s leading termite control for eliminating termites from homes.  We offer innovative techniques to exterminate termites and protect your home against future infestations. Give us a call at 210-495-0499 today!