Ticks are most common in the leafier parts of Milton and the suburbs toward Mount Coot-tha, where yards back onto bushland, creeks and thick gardens. They sit on long grass, shrubs and leaf litter waiting for a passing dog, cat or person. Pet owners are usually the first to notice, finding ticks on their animals after a walk or a day in the backyard.
Tick control focuses on the outdoor areas where ticks wait. The crew walks the yard to find the highest risk spots, such as long grass, garden beds, leaf litter, bushy fence lines and the shady areas under decks and around sheds. They spray these areas, paying close attention to the edges where the yard meets bushland or a creek. Where pets spend most of their time, such as kennels, runs and resting spots, the crew treats those too.
- A walk around the yard to find tick hot spots
- Spray of long grass, garden beds and leaf litter
- Treatment along bushy fence lines and creek edges
- Treatment of kennels, runs and pet resting areas
- Tips on mowing, raking and clearing the yard
Before the visit, mow the grass, rake up leaf litter and trim back overgrown shrubs so the spray reaches the ground. Keep pets inside until treated areas are dry. Your pets will also need their own tick prevention from a vet or pet shop. If a tick is found on a person and they feel unwell, see a doctor, or call 000 if it is serious.
Crews cover Milton and the nearby suburbs most weeks. Call 07 3543 7770 to book tick control with pricing given before the visit.
