American Dog Tick (Dermacentor variabilis) is the most common tick species encountered across Metro Atlanta. Brown with distinctive white or silvery markings on the back, this tick is a primary vector for Rocky Mountain spotted fever — a serious and potentially fatal illness. Activity peaks in spring and early summer when adults actively seek hosts in grassy and wooded transition zones. Georgia's warm seasons and abundant wildlife hosts extend exposure risk well into fall.
Servitix technicians treat yard perimeters, wooded edges, and high-activity outdoor zones with targeted residual applications timed to seasonal tick pressure cycles. We advise on habitat modification — reducing leaf litter, tall grass, and wildlife access points — that lowers ongoing tick establishment on your property. Call (770) 469-4294 for fast scheduling.