Keep grass mowed short
Remove leaf litter, brush, and yard debris
Trim shrubs and overgrown vegetation
Clear tall weeds and groundcover
Create a dry wood chip or gravel barrier between lawn and wooded areas
Stack firewood neatly and away from the house
Keep bird feeders away from play areas
Discourage deer and rodents from entering the yard
Seal gaps around sheds, decks, and crawl spaces
Treat pets with veterinarian-recommended tick prevention
Check pets for ticks after outdoor time
Apply tick control products to the yard as directed on the label
Focus treatment on shady, moist, wooded, and brushy areas
Repeat yard treatments as recommended
Use tick tubes or bait boxes where appropriate
Reduce standing water and damp hiding spots
Restrict access to areas with heavy tick activity
Wear protective clothing when working in tick-prone areas
Shower and change clothes after yard work
Inspect the yard regularly for tick hotspots