NPMA Names Charlotte as Top Ten City for Mosquito and Tick Risk

Charlotte, N.C. (Aug. 23, 2018) – The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) has named Charlotte in a list of top 10 U.S. cities with the greatest risk for increased pest pressure from vector pests, including ticks and mosquitoes.

Already a hospitable environment for ticks, Charlotte’s warm spring and rainy summer has contributed significantly to an increase in both mosquito and tick pressure.

“Each season, we keep a close eye on the weather and implications it has on pest management,” shares Terminix Service, Inc. Charlotte Metro Region Manager Sam Foust. “With heightened conditions this year, it’s important for the public to be aware of vector pests and how to guard against them.”

Vector pest prevention measures include:

• Apply bug repellent containing at least 20 percent DEET
• Wear long sleeves and pants when outdoors
• Wear light-colored clothing to make pests more visible
• Remove areas of standing water to minimize breeding
• Contract a licensed pest control professional if an infestation is suspected.

While Terminix cannot guarantee the elimination of pests carrying diseases such as Lyme Disease and West Nile Virus, these measures can reduce the chances of bites occurring. For more information on mosquito and tick management services, visit www.TrustTerminix.com or call 1-800-TERMINIX.

About Terminix Service, Inc.
For 70 years, our customers have trusted Terminix Service, Inc., for the very best in termite and pest control protection for their homes and businesses. With annual revenue in excess of $120 million, the family owned and operated Terminix Service, Inc. is the largest franchisee of the Terminix International franchise system and the eighth largest pest control company in North America. Terminix Service, Inc. operates in South Carolina, western North Carolina and the Central Savannah River Area of Georgia. Visit www.TrustTerminix.com or call 1-800-TERMINIX.

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