What to Do If You Find a Tick in Your Home

I like to think of myself as someone who has love and understanding for all creatures. Even spiders and snakes – the kind that trigger instant shivers for most people – don’t scare me enough to make me run the other way. My tolerance for creepy crawlies is generally high… except when it comes to ticks.

Honestly, I wouldn’t lose a wink of sleep if ticks vanished from the planet tomorrow. They’re not just unpleasant (and let’s face it, unsettling to look at) – they can also be dangerous. Ticks are known carriers of serious illnesses like Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever, making them some of the worst house guests you could ever have.

Depending on where you live, the season, and whether you have pets, your chances of coming across a tick in your home can be higher than you’d like to think. So, what should you do if you find one? Let’s break it down step-by-step so you can handle the problem safely and effectively.