Utah Relocation Package: An Itchy Topic!

As you make your way to Utah through your military relocation or job transfer or just because you love the state of Utah and what it has to offer, there is an “itchy topic” that we need to cover to keep you safe during your residency here.

If you are the outdoorsy type and want to venture into the great outdoors of Utah to take in all the beauty that is available here for you, there are a few things you will want to keep your eye out for to prevent any injury or illness. In addition to your safety in the outdoors, your indoor environment has some precautions as well.

Poison ivy, oak or sumac: Each of these plants release a poisonous oil called urushiol which makes you itch. In most cases these plants are found in the mountains or rural areas where there is a lot of rainfall year round. The great news is that if you do come across the itchy vegetation, it is highly treatable. If you do come across any of these plants, make sure you wash your skin with soap as soon as possible. Remove any clothing that has touched the plant and wash them immediately. If you have any symptoms beyond itching and a rash contact your doctor. Read more

Rattlesnakes: These slithery, scaly reptiles inhabit every part of Utah. I personally have never seen one before and have spent a lot of time outdoors throughout my life from the North end of Utah to the South end. The important thing to remember is they don’t have ears and they are not searching for you. Generally what occurs is the human steps in their path unexpectedly and that is what triggers the attack. If you do come across a snake near your residence, don’t kill it, call animal control so that they can remove it properly. When you come across one in nature steer yourself clear of the snake and don’t be tempted or if you have children, don’t let them throw things at it or poke it. If you are the victim of a rattle snake bite contact emergency asap. Read more…

Brown Recluse and Black Widows: Both spiders can be found anywhere in Utah and it’s important to be aware of what they look like and what to do if you do get a spider bite. Generally these spiders hang out in uncommonly used areas in your home such as a storage area or basement. They are not aggressive spiders however their bite can be horrible. I would highly recommend hiring a pest exterminator to keep you and your family safe. We have one come into our home and spray around the foundation, the yard and inside our home. You can find some companies who use a child safe, pet safe and environmentally safe product. If you are bitten by one of these spiders make sure you contact your medical doctor asap. Read more…

Utah Poison Control

None of this is to scare you at all, it’s provided to you so that you will have greater awareness of your surroundings as you make Utah your home. I have lived in Utah my entire life and with all the outdoor adventures I have had with my family we have never been in contact with any of these things.

Utah is awaiting your residency and we all look forward to having you here. For more information about Utah relocations and military relocations, please Contact Me for a relocation package or you can refer to my blog.

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Julie Neerings, GRI- Heart of Utah Real Estate Copyright © 2008- If you are considering buying, selling, military relocations to Hill AFB or relocating to Utah, you deserve local expertise and advice to be provided by a professional in real estate. Julie Neerings is a Utah REALTOR® providing full time, professional real estate services to buyers and sellers in the cities of Layton, Bountiful, Woods Cross, West Valley, West Jordan, South Jordan, Riverton, Herriman and all surrounding cities.