Tick Control Services for Long Island, NY
Long Island has some of the highest Lyme disease rates in New York State. The black-legged deer tick (Ixodes scapularis) is active nearly year-round in both Suffolk and Nassau counties, putting families and pets at risk from March through December. Pestify's tick control programs target tick habitats at your property's perimeter — the most critical zone for human exposure.
What's Included
- Targets deer tick nymphs — responsible for 90% of Lyme disease cases
- Barrier treatments applied to yard perimeters and transition zones
- Active against American dog tick and lone star tick as well
- Year-round programs available
- Reduces tick populations by up to 95% in treated areas
- Licensed NY applicators with tick-specific training
How It Works
Tick Habitat Assessment
We map the high-risk transition zones on your property — wood edges, leaf litter, stone walls, and deer paths.
Perimeter Barrier Application
Treatment targets the 9-foot perimeter where ticks migrate from woods to lawn — their primary travel corridor.
Interior Spot Treatment
High-activity areas including gardens, shrubbery, and ornamental plantings receive targeted application.
Follow-Up Timing
Spring (April–May) and fall (September–October) are peak treatment windows. Summer and winter spot treatments available.
Prevention Guidance
We advise on landscape modifications — leaf removal, wood chip barriers, deer deterrents — that reduce tick habitat.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is tick season on Long Island?
Deer ticks are active any time temperatures are above 35°F, meaning tick exposure is possible 10–11 months per year on Long Island. Peak risk periods are April–June (nymphs) and September–November (adults).
Can Pestify prevent Lyme disease?
No treatment can guarantee 100% prevention, but Pestify's tick barrier treatments reduce tick populations in treated areas by up to 95%, dramatically lowering the probability of a tick encounter on your property.
What ticks are on Long Island?
The primary species are the black-legged deer tick (Lyme disease vector), the American dog tick (Rocky Mountain spotted fever vector), and the lone star tick (causes alpha-gal syndrome).
How often should I treat for ticks?
We recommend at minimum two annual treatments — early spring before nymphs emerge and mid-fall before adults seek hosts. A three-treatment program (adding summer) offers the strongest protection.
Is tick spray safe near vegetable gardens?
We apply a buffer around food gardens and use reduced-risk products in sensitive areas. We'll walk your property before treatment to identify any zones that need special handling.
Related Services
Get a Free Estimate
Local Long Island specialists · No obligation
🎯 Take the Risk Quiz
Not sure what service you need? Our free 2-minute quiz gives you a personalized risk score and treatment recommendation.
Start Free Quiz →