When the storm moves on, the real work begins. Downed trees, flooded roads, scattered debris, these are the visible threats. But storms bring hidden trouble, too. Standing water, soaked ground, and piles of debris create ideal breeding grounds for mosquitos and ticks. For first responders, emergency response teams, and community members that means more than just an itch. It means real risk of bites and the spread of vector-borne disease when communities can least afford it.
Major Clean stands ready when pests push in. We make sure the right products get to the right place when time is tight and conditions are tough. When Hurricane Helene hit Georgia, our team stepped in to help Richmond County keep mosquitos off families and crews on the ground. It’s a clear example of how speed, the right ingredients, and trusted partners make all the difference after a storm.
Richmond County: When Helene Brought More Than Floodwater
When Hurricane Helene hit Georgia, Richmond County found itself fighting more than rising water. Flooding triggered a mass hatching of aggressive, day-biting mosquitos and a container-breeding species known to spread disease. Trap counts jumped from the usual 40 to 60 range to more than 6,000 in just weeks, an almost 10,000% increase. Neighborhoods were at risk, and local emergency managers had to move fast. What started as targeted site treatments turned into full neighborhood spraying with truck-mounted foggers running daily to protect families and first responders working in the field.
Getting supplies in wasn’t easy. Washed-out roads, debris, and downed lines blocked routes just when crews needed help the most. Major Clean delivered two full 53-foot truckloads of critical repellent and mosquito control products straight into Richmond County under emergency conditions in just six days. That speed and reliability meant local teams could set up distribution through fire stations and designated community sites, making sure families and responders got the protection they needed to stay ahead of bites and vector-borne threats.
Why Mosquitos and Ticks Follow the Storm
Mosquitos aren’t the only problem when floodwaters rise and debris piles up. Ticks thrive under the same conditions. After a big storm, wildlife and stray animals get pushed closer to homes and work sites. Overgrown grass and damp brush make the perfect cover for ticks to spread.
For crews working long hours in thick brush or clearing debris, every bite is more than a nuisance. Bites open the door to disease and infection, creating risks that slow recovery work and put entire teams in danger. Storm cleanup isn’t just about clearing roads and restoring power. It’s also about eliminating the hidden threats before they spread.
Ingredients Matter in the Field
Not every repellent is built for the real world after a storm. Heavy rain, sweat, and long hours in brush and debris are all factors that cause cheap repellents to fail. If the active ingredient breaks down fast or doesn’t stick where it needs to, insects find a way through.
What goes in the bottle matters just as much as how and when it gets there. Reliable actives, stable carriers, and a formula that holds up in tough conditions, that’s what keeps mosquitos and ticks off of crews when they’re in the field.
When the mission is to protect communities and the people on the ground, you need more than a label. You need ingredients that work together and keep working when conditions are at their worst.
Inside No Tickz®: Ingredients That Make the Difference
20% Picaridin: Proven, Long-Lasting Protection
No Tickz® is built with 20% Picaridin, a trusted active ingredient known for pushing back ticks, mosquitos, and biting flies before they land and bite. Picaridin is derived from black pepper plants and works by blocking the pests’ scent sensors, creating an invisible barrier that keeps them off skin and clothing. It’s EPA-registered and recommended by health agencies worldwide because it’s effective and gentle on skin. With up to 12 hours of tick and mosquito protection and up to 8 hours of biting fly protection, crews stay covered through long shifts in brush, debris, and wet ground.
Dependable Carrier: Easy to Apply, Stays Effective
The other 80% of the No Tickz® formula is a carefully balanced carrier system that spreads the active ingredient evenly and keeps it working where it’s needed. The formula goes on smooth with no greasy feel, dries fast, and won’t stain fear or clothing. When time is tight and conditions change fast, easy application and reapplication keeps teams protected without slowing them down.
Field-Ready Design: Practical Where It Counts
No Tickz® is non-sticky, simple to use, and has no added fragrances. Crews can apply it on skin or clothing and get right back to work. It won’t overpower with strong smells or leave residue that clogs gear or PPE. Available in 2 oz and 4 oz bottles that fit easily into field kits, go-bags, or POD sites, and a larger 8 oz size for tactical vehicles and bigger jobs, No Tickz® makes it easy for teams to reapply as needed throughout the day and stay ahead of pests that move in fast after storms.
EPA Registered
No Tickz® meets strict EPA standards for repelling ticks, mosquitos, and biting flies. That means it’s proven to work when used as directed with none of the guesswork. For emergency teams, the trust factor matters.
Trusted Protection When It Counts
Good ingredients make all the difference when pests follow a disaster. With long-lasting Picaridin protection, a stable carrier, and a formula designed for easy use, No Tickz® gives crews the reliable defense they need in tough, post-storm conditions. That same defense helped keep teams in Richmond County safe after Hurricane Helene, and it continues to stop mosquitos and ticks from taking hold whenever storms strike.
Even the best formula won’t protect if it doesn’t reach the right hands quickly. That’s where Major Clean can help. When flooded roads blocked access and time was critical, we delivered essential pest control supplies fast, turning trusted ingredients into real-world protection.
When nature unleashes, stay mission-ready. Major Clean delivers!
