Frequently Asked Questions

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What services does your mosquito and tick control company offer?
Our company specializes in controlling and eliminating mosquitos and ticks using a variety of methods. We offer organic, chemical, and hybrid solutions to cater to different needs and preferences. Our approach involves the use of backpack sprayers with custom mix ratios, allowing us to target each property with precision. This ensures complete and effective coverage with our barrier spray, providing our customers with the best possible protection against mosquitos and ticks.
How do your mosquito and tick control methods work?
Our mosquito and tick control methods are designed to effectively incapacitate and eliminate these pests. The solutions we use work by paralyzing mosquitos and ticks, which prevents them from seeking hydration and blood meals. This leads to dehydration and eventually causes the exoskeleton of these creatures to crack. The result is a highly effective method of controlling and killing mosquitos and ticks, ensuring the safety and comfort of your property.
Are the products and methods you use safe for pets and children?
The safety of pets and children is a top priority for our company. All of our solutions, including organic, chemical, and hybrid, are safe for both pets and children after adhering to specified dry time restrictions. As an inherently organic-focused company, we take great care in ensuring that even our most potent solutions are formulated to be as safe as possible. We believe our organic solutions strike the perfect balance between efficacy and safety, making them an ideal choice for households concerned about the well-being of their family members and pets. For added safety, we recommend waiting 60 minutes before returning to the yard after our organic spray, and waiting 2 hours before returning after a chemical spray.
How long does a typical mosquito and tick treatment last?
The duration of effectiveness for our mosquito and tick treatments varies based on the type of solution used. Customers who opt for our organic treatments can expect them to be effective for approximately 3-4 weeks. Those choosing chemical or hybrid solutions may experience an additional week of efficacy. To maintain continuous protection and ensure there is no gap in coverage, we typically spray most properties every three weeks. This regular treatment schedule is designed to provide consistent and reliable control of mosquitos and ticks throughout the season.
What preparation is needed from homeowners before a treatment session?
To prepare for our mosquito and tick treatment sessions, we recommend that homeowners take a few simple but important steps. Although our treatment solutions are safe, many homeowners prefer to remove children’s toys and pet toys from the yard, as well as bird feeders and pet water bowls. This precaution helps to ensure that no treatment solution makes its way into these items, particularly water bowls. These small preparatory steps can enhance the safety and effectiveness of the treatment, providing peace of mind for the homeowners.
Can your services help in preventing Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses?
Absolutely. Our tick control service is specifically designed to eliminate all ticks from your property. By effectively removing these pests, we significantly reduce the risk of your family and pets contracting tick-borne illnesses, such as Lyme disease. Our comprehensive approach ensures that your outdoor spaces are not just enjoyable, but also safe from the health hazards posed by ticks.
What distinguishes your company from other mosquito and tick control services?
What sets our company apart is our foundation as a family-owned business. This aspect deeply influences our approach, emphasizing consistent, effective treatments paired with unmatched customer service. We take great pride in our dedication to delivering high-quality, reliable solutions for mosquito and tick control. Our focus is not just on eliminating pests, but also on fostering strong, trusting relationships with our customers. This commitment to excellence in both service and customer care is what truly differentiates us in the industry.
What are the costs associated with your mosquito and tick control services?
Our pricing for mosquito and tick control services is designed to be flexible and accommodate various needs and property sizes. The cost per application ranges from $75 to $250 or more, depending on factors such as the size of the property and the type of treatment chosen. On average, our customers spend about $646 for a total of eight applications throughout the season, especially when taking advantage of our 15% prepay discount. This pricing structure allows us to provide tailored solutions that are both effective and budget-friendly.
Do you offer any satisfaction guarantee or service warranty?
Yes, we stand firmly behind the effectiveness of our treatments. In the rare instance that a treatment is found to be ineffective, we commit to revisiting and respraying the application at no additional cost. This policy is a cornerstone of our commitment to providing great mosquito and tick control throughout the season. Our goal is not just to meet but to exceed customer expectations, ensuring their satisfaction and peace of mind with every treatment we provide.
How can customers schedule a service appointment, and what is your coverage area?
Our service area primarily encompasses the South Shore of Boston and Cape Cod, within the 495 loop. For scheduling a service appointment, customers have two convenient options. They can fill out a form on our website to get instant pricing, which is a quick and easy way to begin. Alternatively, customers are welcome to give us a call, where they have the unique opportunity to speak directly with the owner. This personal touch allows us to better understand and meet our customers’ specific needs.
What should customers do after a treatment is completed?
Following the completion of a treatment, we advise a few simple yet important steps to ensure the safety and effectiveness of our services. First, allow the treatments to dry for 60 to 120 minutes before allowing pets or children back onto the yard. This drying period is crucial for the treatment to set in effectively. Additionally, to maintain a pest-free environment, we recommend keeping grass and bushes neatly trimmed and ensuring the yard is free of standing water. These practices not only complement our treatments but also help in reducing the overall attractiveness of your yard to mosquitos and ticks.
Are there any environmentally friendly options for mosquito and tick control?
Yes, we are committed to offering environmentally friendly solutions in our fight against mosquitos and ticks. Our proprietary organic solution is cedar-based, ensuring it is not only effective in controlling these pests but also safe for pets, children, and crucially, harmless to bees and other pollinators. This eco-conscious approach allows us to provide a pest control option that aligns with the environmental values of our customers, ensuring safety and sustainability without compromising on effectiveness.
How often should homeowners get their property treated for effective control?
For optimal control of mosquitoes and ticks, we generally recommend an average of 8 applications, spaced every three weeks, from April to October. This frequency is designed to provide consistent protection throughout the most active seasons for these pests. Additionally, some of our customers choose to add 1-2 extra applications towards the end of the season, particularly in October or November, depending on the weather conditions. These additional treatments can be particularly beneficial in extending protection during unseasonably warm or wet autumn conditions.
Can you provide customer testimonials or success stories?
Absolutely! We are proud to showcase the positive experiences of our customers. You can find a collection of testimonials on our website, which reflect the satisfaction and results our clients have experienced with our services. Additionally, our strong presence on Google, evidenced by multiple 5-star ratings, speaks volumes about the effectiveness and reliability of our mosquito and tick control program. Our steady growth rate is also a testament to the quality of our service and the trust our customers place in us. We encourage potential clients to view these testimonials and ratings to get a sense of the real-life impact our services have had.

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