The Professional Pest Management Alliance has officially named ticks as the 2025 pest of the year, a designation that confirms what our technicians have been seeing in backyards across South Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Maryland. This announcement comes after a thorough review of media coverage and health statistics, which revealed that while other pests like bed bugs claimed the title of “Buzziest Pest” due to viral social media moments in cities like New York and Atlanta, ticks are the ones driving a genuine public health crisis. With CDC data reporting that emergency room visits for tick bites have reached a five-year high, this year’s title is a serious warning rather than just an industry accolade.
Why Ticks Being Named 2025 Pest of the Year is a Wake-Up Call
It is easy to get distracted by the “buzziest” stories online, but the reality on the ground is that ticks are impacting families more than ever before. The combination of milder winters and humid summers in our region has created a perfect environment for tick populations to explode, extending their active season well beyond the traditional summer months. While bed bugs are certainly a nuisance that generates internet traffic, they do not transmit disease. Ticks, however, carry Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, and Alpha-gal syndrome, making them a direct threat to your physical well-being. This distinction is exactly why the industry prioritized the physical impact on Americans when making this year’s selection.
Hoffman’s 365 Pest Protection: A Year-Round Solution
At Hoffman’s Exterminating, we have been family-owned and operated since 1990, and we treat your safety as our number one priority. We understand that a reactive approach—spraying only when you see a bug—is no longer enough to keep your home safe. Our response to the heightened threat level is our 365 Pest Protection Program. This plan includes five scheduled services throughout the year, with a heavy focus on the exterior of your home where ticks live and breed.
We don’t just treat the lawn; we target the “ecotone,” the transition areas between your yard and the woods where ticks wait for a host. Crucially, our plan also includes rodent control. Since white-footed mice are the primary carriers of Lyme disease and the main transport for ticks entering your property, controlling mice is essential to controlling ticks. By addressing the root of the problem, we provide a layer of defense that store-bought sprays simply cannot match.
Dealing with Ticks in South Jersey, PA, DE & MD
We know that finding an engorged tick on a child or pet is a scary experience that requires immediate attention. That is why Hoffman’s offers 24-hour emergency services and same-day appointments. You should not have to wait until Monday morning to feel safe in your own home. Our treatments are always kid-friendly and pet-friendly, giving you peace of mind that your family is protected from both pests and harsh chemicals. Whether you need a preventative plan or are dealing with an active infestation, Hoffman’s is on call and ready to serve our neighbors.
Ready to secure your home against the 2025 Pest of the Year?
Don’t let your yard become part of the statistics this season. If you are concerned about the rising tick threat, let our family protect yours. Call our team at Hoffman’s Exterminating now at (888) 463-3628 or reach out to us today to schedule your free inspection. We are on call and ready to help.
