Business Details
35 Years
experience
Trusted Tick & Mosquito Control Services
Nixticks is a specialized tick and mosquito control company with over 25 years of experience in combating vector-borne diseases. Founded in 1991 as the first exclusive tick control company in the United States, we have pioneered integrated pest management strategies to protect residential, commercial, and public properties. Our team of licensed technicians utilizes EPA-approved products and cutting-edge technologies like the CDC-developed Tick Box System to achieve up to 97% tick population reduction.We combine habitat modification, host-targeted treatments, and precision spraying to minimize environmental impact while maximizing safety for families and ecosystems. As industry leaders, we actively participate in Lyme disease awareness initiatives, professional roundtables, and research collaborations to advance tick control methodologies. Our commitment to innovation and environmental stewardship has made us a trusted partner for thousands of clients across five Northeastern states.
Services
Tick Control
Mosquito Control
Integrated Tick Plan
Tick Box Plan
Spray Plan
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- 25 years of specialized tick control expertise since 1991
- Developed industry's first host-targeted tick control system
- 97% tick population reduction proven in peer-reviewed studies
- EPA-approved, low-impact chemical application methods
- Certified technicians trained in integrated pest management
Services
Tick Control
Our tick control services use integrated pest management combining habitat modification, host-targeted treatments, and precision spraying. We deploy CDC-developed Tick Box Systems that reduce tick populations by 97% while minimizing environmental impact. Our EPA-approved methods target all life stages of ticks across residential and commercial properties.
Mosquito Control
Mosquito control utilizes In2Care traps that target both adult and larval stages using biological agents. Our technicians strategically place traps covering 4,300 sq ft each, achieving sustained population reduction through fungal infection and larvicide transfer. This environmentally friendly system avoids broad-spectrum chemical fogging.
Integrated Tick Plan
Integrated Tick Management combines Tick Box Systems with targeted spraying for maximum effectiveness. This dual approach achieves 97% tick population reduction by addressing both host animals and environmental habitats. Our customized programs adapt to property-specific risk factors and usage patterns.
Tick Box Plan
The Tick Box System uses bait boxes treated with fipronil to target small mammals that carry Lyme disease. When rodents contact the acaricide-treated wicks, ticks on their bodies are killed without harming the animals. This method reduces both tick populations and disease transmission rates by 98%.
Spray Plan
Our precision spray program uses EPA-registered chemicals applied with high-performance equipment to penetrate dense vegetation. Targeting primary tick habitats, this method achieves 94% efficacy while degrading completely within 30 days. Applications are timed to local tick life cycles for optimal effectiveness.
People
David Whitman
Co-Founder
David Whitman co-founded Connecticut Tick Control in 1991, pioneering specialized tick management services. With over 30 years of experience in vector-borne disease prevention, he has led the development of industry-standard integrated control protocols and community education initiatives.
Richard Whitman
Co-Founder
Richard Whitman established New York Tick Control in 1997 to address rising Lyme disease cases. As co-founder, he has directed operational expansion across five states while maintaining focus on environmentally responsible pest management solutions and scientific research partnerships.
Questions
What tick species do you target?
We control Blacklegged, Lone Star, American Dog, and Asian Longhorned ticks through customized programs addressing each species' specific behaviors and habitats.
How does the Tick Box System work?
The CDC-developed system uses bait boxes treated with fipronil that rodents contact while feeding. This kills ticks on hosts without harming animals, reducing populations by 97% over two years.
Are your treatments safe for pets and children?
Yes. Our EPA-approved products are applied using precision methods that minimize exposure. The Tick Box System specifically targets ticks without direct contact with humans or pets.
Do you offer mosquito control services?
Yes. We use In2Care traps that combine biological fungus and larvicide to disrupt mosquito life cycles without broad chemical fogging, achieving sustainable population reduction.
What areas do you service?
We operate across Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Rhode Island, with specialized programs addressing regional tick species and disease prevalence patterns.
