Tick Control in Bergen County NJ: Lyme Disease Risk in Wooded Areas

Tick Control in Bergen County NJ: Lyme Disease Risk in Wooded Areas

New Jersey consistently ranks among the top states for Lyme disease cases, and Bergen County's northern and western townships contribute significantly. Homeowners in Upper Saddle River, Woodcliff Lake, Allendale, Ramsey, and Mahwah live adjacent to the New Jersey Highlands — one of the most tick-dense environments in the Northeast.

Lyme Disease Risk in Bergen County NJ

• Nymphal deer ticks (May–July) are responsible for the majority of Lyme disease transmissions because they're tiny (1–2mm) and easily missed
• The tick must typically be attached for 36–48 hours to transmit Lyme disease bacteria — prompt removal is critical
• New Jersey reports 3,000–4,000 confirmed Lyme disease cases per year

High-Risk Areas in Bergen County

• Upper Saddle River — heavily wooded properties bordering the Saddle River
• Woodcliff Lake and Hillsdale — bordering Pascack Brook County Park
• Allendale and Ramsey — near the Ramapo Valley reservation
• Mahwah — directly adjacent to the NJ Highlands; among the highest-risk tick areas in Bergen County

Protecting Your Bergen County Property

• Keep grass mowed short; ticks avoid hot, dry, open lawn areas
• Remove leaf litter and brush piles from yard borders
• Create a wood chip or gravel barrier (at least 3 feet wide) between lawn and wooded areas
• Move children's play equipment away from wooded edges

After Outdoor Activity in Bergen County

• Check yourself, children, and pets thoroughly within 2 hours
• Shower soon after coming inside
• Tumble dry clothing on high heat for 10 minutes to kill any ticks
• Know the symptoms of Lyme disease: bull's-eye rash, fatigue, fever, joint pain

Call Hello Pest Control at (888) 973-7839 to schedule tick control for your Bergen County property.