Professional Flea & Tick Control Don't Let Tiny Pests Cause Big Problems!

Professional Flea & Tick Control Don't Let Tiny Pests Cause Big Problems!

Protect Your Family and Pets with Expert Treatment

For over 45 years, Emtec Pest Control has been Tulsa's trusted partner in protecting homes and businesses from dangerous pests. As a locally-owned company serving Tulsa, Oklahoma City, and Stillwater metro areas since 1979, we understand the unique flea & tick challenges Oklahoma families face every day.

Oklahoma's warm, humid climate creates perfect breeding conditions for fleas and ticks year-round. These blood-feeding parasites don't just cause itchy bites—they carry serious diseases that threaten your family's health and your pets' wellbeing. When you discover fleas or ticks on your property, immediate professional flea & tick control is essential to prevent dangerous infestations and protect those you love most.

Emtec's Proven Flea & Tick Elimination Process

Our comprehensive flea and tick control program has protected thousands of Oklahoma families since 1979. We've refined our approach through decades of experience dealing with the specific challenges of our region's climate and pest populations.

  • Step 1: Professional Property Assessment

    Our certified technicians conduct a thorough evaluation of your property, identifying infestation hotspots and risk areas specific to your landscape and home environment. This detailed inspection allows us to target the most problematic areas and develop a customized treatment plan.

  • Step 2: Complete Elimination Treatment

    We eliminate existing flea and tick populations with a single, comprehensive treatment using EPA-approved products that are completely safe for children and pets. Our effective approach targets all life stages of fleas and ticks, from eggs to adults, ensuring complete elimination of current infestations in one application.

  • Step 3: Prevention Education & Recommendations

    Following successful treatment, we provide expert guidance on preventing future infestations. This includes recommending monthly flea and tick medication for your pets, which should be obtained through your veterinarian. We also advise on property maintenance and other preventive measures to keep your family and pets protected long-term.

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The Serious Health Risks Fleas & Ticks Pose

Understanding the health risks associated with flea and tick bites helps explain why professional pest control is so crucial for Oklahoma families. These tiny parasites are vectors for multiple serious diseases that can affect both humans and pets.

These tiny parasites pose serious threats that extend far beyond annoying bites. Ticks can transmit multiple dangerous diseases, with some requiring immediate medical intervention to prevent severe complications or death. Fleas create ongoing health problems through both direct disease transmission and allergic reactions that can persist even after the infestation is eliminated.

Diseases Carried by Oklahoma Ticks

  • Lyme Disease

    Bacterial infection causing rash, fever, and potential joint, heart, and nervous system complications

  • Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever

    Potentially fatal if untreated, causes severe fever and characteristic rash

  • Cytauxzoonosis

    Highly dangerous to cats with 40% fatality rate even with veterinary treatment

  • Tick-Borne Relapsing Fever (TBRF)

    Causes recurring fever cycles lasting 3-7 days each

Flea-Related Health Concerns

  • Tapeworm (Dipylidium)

    Parasitic infection affecting both humans and pets, causing digestive issues

  • Cat Scratch Fever (Bartonellosis)

    Bacterial infection causing fever and swollen lymph nodes

  • Flea Allergy Dermatitis

    Severe allergic reactions to flea saliva causing intense itching

  • Secondary Skin Infections

    Result from excessive scratching of flea bite wounds

Common Oklahoma Flea & Tick Species

Oklahoma's diverse ecosystem supports several species of fleas and ticks, each presenting unique challenges for homeowners. Cat fleas represent 95% of flea infestations in our area, despite their name affecting both dogs and cats equally. These exceptional jumpers can leap from grass and brush onto passing hosts, making outdoor activities risky during peak seasons. Dog fleas and rat fleas also inhabit our region, with rat fleas posing particular concern due to the diseases their rodent hosts carry.

Our tick population includes blacklegged ticks, notorious carriers of Lyme disease, along with American dog ticks and Gulf Coast ticks. These species thrive in Oklahoma's vegetation, climbing to the tips of grass blades and brush where they wait for warm-blooded hosts to pass within reach. Relapsing fever ticks, though less common, inhabit areas near rodent populations and can cause recurring illness cycles.

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Cat Fleas

Don't let the name fool you; this species is found on dogs and cats. Difficult to see with the naked eye, adults only grow to be about a quarter of an inch long. Though small, these tiny black and brown insects are excellent jumpers and leap off grasses and brush to latch on to their host. Sharp prongs break the skin and give them access to their food source, blood. These fleas are not picky eaters and have been known to bite and feed on various mammals. Cat fleas make up 95% of flea infestations in the US.

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Dog fleas

Dog Fleas

Mainly found on dogs or cats, occasionally rabbits, or other domesticated pets. The anatomical difference between cat and dog fleas can only be seen under a microscope.

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Rat fleas

Rat Fleas

Due to their host of choice, rat fleas should be handled with great care. Since rats spread disease rampantly, so can the fleas that feed on them. These fleas can spread many infections to you or your pets.

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Blacklegged Tick

Infamous for spreading Lyme disease, this tick is one to cause concern. As its namesake suggests, it has dark, black legs that hoist up a red-brown body. Blacklegged ticks are numerous in the Midwest and Northeast regions of the US.

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American dog tick

American Dog Tick

This species is similar to the blacklegged tick in size and coloring. Notably found along the west coast and east of the Rocky Mountains.

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Gulf Coast ticks

Gulf Coast Ticks

States that border the Gulf of Mexico host this tick, but they are not the only place it is found. This brown-colored tick has also been seen in several other states along the east coast.

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Relapsing fever ticks

Common Fowl Ticks

Sometimes called "chicken ticks," "poultry ticks," or "blue bugs" primarily due to their dwelling in or around chicken and turkey pens.

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Common fowl ticks

Relapsing Fever Ticks

These ticks live near or with rodents and can cause relapsing fever. Referred to as TBRF (tick-borne relapsing fever), relapsing fever is a bacterial infection that can cause recurring bouts of fever, headache, muscle and joint aches, and nausea.

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Why Oklahoma Properties Need Professional Flea & Tick Control

Oklahoma's climate and environment create ideal conditions for flea and tick populations to flourish. Our high humidity levels extend breeding seasons well beyond what northern states experience, while mild winters allow many parasites to survive year-round rather than dying off seasonally. Dense vegetation around homes and businesses provides perfect habitat for these pests to establish breeding populations.

Wildlife activity significantly contributes to flea and tick problems on residential properties. Squirrels, raccoons, deer, and other animals regularly traverse yards, dropping infected parasites that quickly establish local populations. Even indoor pets face exposure risks from visiting people and animals, outdoor walks, and parasites that hitchhike inside on clothing or shoes.

Recognition of infestation signs enables early intervention before problems become severe. Pets scratching excessively or showing skin irritation often indicate flea presence, while small dark specks in pet bedding reveal "flea dirt" - digested blood excreted by feeding fleas. Family members experiencing red, itchy bites, especially around ankles and lower legs, suggests active flea populations. Visible ticks in yard areas or attached to pets require immediate attention, as does any change in pet behavior such as lethargy or appetite loss.

Prevention and Protection Strategies

For Your Property:

  • Regular lawn maintenance and brush removal

  • Professional perimeter treatments

  • Moisture control around foundation

For Your Pets:

  • Veterinarian-prescribed preventatives

  • Regular tick checks after outdoor time

  • Professional grooming and inspection

For Your Family:

  • Light-colored clothing in tick areas

  • Immediate washing of outdoor clothing

  • Full-body checks after outdoor activities

Why Choose Emtec for Flea & Tick Treatment

Emtec Pest Control combines four decades of local experience with cutting-edge treatment methods to deliver superior results for Oklahoma families. Our deep understanding of regional pest behavior, climate patterns, and seasonal activity cycles allows us to provide more effective treatment than national chains lacking local expertise.

Our commitment to customer satisfaction includes emergency service availability for severe infestations and flexible scheduling to accommodate busy family schedules. All treatments are backed by our satisfaction guarantee, ensuring you receive the protection you paid for or we'll return to address any remaining issues at no additional cost.

  • 45+ years protecting Oklahoma families

  • Licensed and insured pest control professionals

  • EPA-approved treatments safe for children and pets

  • Complete elimination guarantee or we return at no charge

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to eliminate fleas and ticks from your property once and for all?

Call Emtec Pest Control today and let Tulsa's most experienced flea & tick specialists protect your family and pets. Our certified technicians are standing by to help you reclaim your outdoor spaces and safeguard your loved ones from dangerous parasites. You can schedule your free, no-obligation property assessment online or by phone. Don't wait until fleas and ticks spread disease to those you care about most—contact us today and let our knowledgeable pest control experts give you the peace of mind you deserve with proven, lasting protection.

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