🕷️ Top 10 Reasons You Need Professional Tick Control in Kalamazoo & Grand Rapids
As summer heats up, so does tick activity—and with it, the risk of Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses. At VexGuard, we’ve reviewed multiple recent reports highlighting a surge in tick populations throughout Michigan, including Kalamazoo and Grand Rapids.
If you enjoy spending time in your yard with family, friends, or pets, here are the top 10 reasons you should invest in professional tick control now—before ticks become a serious problem.
1. 📈 Tick-Borne Illnesses Are Increasing in Michigan
Tick-related illnesses like Lyme disease and Anaplasmosis are on the rise. According to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Lyme cases in the state increased from 452 in 2020 to over 1,200 cases in 2024. That’s more than double in just five years.
📰 Source: Michigan.gov
2. 🧪 Tick Surveillance Is Back in Kalamazoo County
Local health departments are taking this threat seriously. Kalamazoo County Health & Community Services has resumed active tick surveillance programs to monitor and reduce the spread of tick-borne diseases.
📰 Source: kalcounty.com
3. 🌳 Your Backyard Is a Tick Magnet
Ticks love wooded areas, shaded brush, leaf piles, and tall grass—all common in Michigan backyards. Even a well-manicured lawn in Kalamazoo or Grand Rapids can be a perfect tick habitat if not properly treated.
4. 🐶 Ticks Are a Danger to Pets
Ticks can transmit dangerous diseases to dogs and cats, such as Lyme, ehrlichiosis, and Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Professional treatment protects not just your family—but your furry friends, too.
5. ❌ DIY Solutions Often Fail
Store-bought sprays and home remedies might offer temporary relief, but they rarely provide long-term protection. A professional service ensures full-yard coverage using commercial-grade treatments that work.
6. 🌿 Tailored to Your Property
Every yard is different. A professional will assess your landscaping, moisture levels, sun exposure, and pet activity areas to design a custom tick control plan for your specific needs.
7. 📅 Season-Long Protection
Ticks are most active from April to October in Michigan. With routine professional visits, your property stays protected all season long—no need to worry about scheduling treatments or monitoring activity on your own.
8. 🦠 Lower the Risk of Lyme Disease
Removing a tick within 24–36 hours may reduce the chance of Lyme disease—but wouldn’t it be better if no ticks were around at all? Preventive treatments drastically reduce the number of ticks on your property.
According to WWMT News, Kalamazoo County Lyme cases increased 13% from 2022 to 2023.
📰 Source: WWMT.com
9. 🌞 Safer Outdoor Living
Say goodbye to bug checks after every hike through your yard. With professional tick control, you can relax on your deck, play with your pets, and let the kids explore—without fear of tick bites.
10. 📢 State Officials Recommend Action
Public health agencies across Michigan are urging residents to take ticks seriously. That includes using repellents, checking pets daily, and treating your outdoor space.
📰 Source: Big Rapids News
✅ Why Choose VexGuard?
VexGuard offers affordable, effective tick control services in Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids, and surrounding areas. Our treatments are safe for pets and children, and they’re customized to your unique yard. As tick risks rise across Michigan, now is the time to act.
📞 Ready to Protect Your Yard?
Give us a call at 269-353-1727 or schedule your tick service online today. With VexGuard, you can enjoy your yard without the worry.
