Mosquito Control Service

Should you consider Professional Mosquito Control for your property? 

Tired of being trapped inside of your home because mosquitoes have taken over your yard? To stay on top of your mosquito population it’s best to consult with a Professional Residential or Commercial Mosquito Control Service. Nothing spoils an outdoor family gets together faster than a swarm of mosquitoes. An affordable mosquito protection service can provide quick knockdown and long-lasting relief from mosquito activity around your yard. Homeowners knowing when mosquitoes are likely to appear around their property makes all the difference. A professional mosquito control service will do a thorough inspection of your property for areas where these insects are or could be living. Then your mosquito specialist will employ a safe, innovative plan with targeted application techniques to eliminate mosquitoes in your yard. Most Professional Mosquito Companies will recommend a monthly treatment. 

DIY Mosquito Control

If you choose to take on the task of DIY controlling mosquitos yourself there are a few things to consider:

1. The best way to help is to reduce the number of mosquito breeding sites on your property. Female mosquitoes lay their eggs in standing water. In about 3 days the eggs hatch and 12 days after that the full-grown larvae fly away. Female mosquitoes can lay 400 eggs at one time, with the lifestyle complete in about two weeks, so you can see your mosquito population can infest quickly. Eliminating as many standing water spots on your property will minimize breeding sites. Areas to look at include tree holes, clogged rain gutters, potholes, old tires, flower pots, bird feeders, and discarded cans.
2. If you have standing water you want to enjoy, such as a birdbath or small pool, one option is to change the water every week. In small water gardens or ponds, homeowners can use affordable mosquito control rings which contain a natural o bacterium that kills mosquito larvae for up to 30 days. 
3. Mosquitoes larvae feed on algae and other small organisms that live in water. Utilizing a cleaner and adding oxygenating plants will help keep ponds and water gardens clear. 
4. Use a Natural Mosquito Repellant.
5. Keep your windows shut and screens maintained. Lights attract mosquitoes, so minimize outdoor lighting after dark.
6. Get your neighbors on board with mosquito control. Mosquitoes can travel up to two miles from their breeding site.

Some Facts to Know about Mosquitos.

When do mosquitoes show up!

In most regions when the weather begins to reach about 50 degrees on a regular basis, mosquitoes start to lay eggs, and eggs previously laid start to hatch. But don’t be fooled when the temperature drops temporarily below 50 degrees, this doesn’t mean that the mosquitoes that were in your yard yesterday have died. Mosquitoes are smart and know where to hide to stay warm until the weather heats back up and they will be very hungry and more aggressive at this time. 

Many times adult females of some mosquito species find holes or cracks where they hold out for warmer weather, while others lay their eggs in freezing water and die. The mosquito eggs usually survive until the temperatures rise, and they can hatch. The typical lifespan of a mosquito is less than two months in most areas of the country. 

How long do Mosquitos live?

Males have the shortest lives, usually 10 days or less, and females can live about six to eight weeks if the conditions are right. The females lay eggs about every three days during their lifespan. Some Females of species that hibernate may live up to six months.

Only female mosquitoes bite. Both male and female mosquitoes eat and have a diet of fruit and different plant nectars, but only the female needs protein from blood to help her eggs develop. After feeding and getting the necessary blood protein the female mosquito will rest or for a couple of days before she lays her eggs.

Do Mosquitoes carry and transfer diseases?

Diseases from biting mosquitoes can transfer to both humans and your pets. Mosquito bites can cause irritation and swelling but also they can transmit some extremely harmful and sometimes fatal diseases. There are over 3500 species of mosquitoes around the world with 175 of them found here in the United States. The most common mosquito species are Anopheles quadrimaculatus, Culex pipiens, Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus (Asian tiger mosquito) are among the most common mosquitos across the country. The Anopheles mosquito species is a carrier for malaria, and the other three species of mosquitos are known to spread various forms of encephalitis

In the United States, each year the most common mosquito-borne disease is the West Nile Virus. Mosquitoes also carry diseases and parasites to animals, such as dogs, cats, and horses. These include giving heartworms to dogs, as well as the West Nile virus, and Eastern equine encephalitis. Your sweat may be the reason mosquitoes choose you as their victim. The human skin can produce more than 340 chemical odors. Mosquitoes are attracted to a  chemical released in sweat called octenol, as well as cholesterol, and folic acid.  Mosquitoes can also be attracted to skin lotions and other fragrances.

Keeping Mosquitos away from you

1. DEET is endorsed by the CDC and is considered the gold star in mosquito repellants. Mosquitoes just don’t like the smell of DEET. A product containing just 10% of DEET can protect you for up to 90 minutes. 
2. Dark clothing attracts mosquitoes. Mosquitoes are drawn to heat and darker clothing retains more heat than lighter clothing. 
 3. Mosquito traps can kill thousands in one night. One study conducted by public health researchers in Australia found that some traps caught and killed more than 44,000 female mosquitoes from 17 species in less than two weeks.
4. Bug zappers are proven to be useless in killing mosquitoes and actually attract harmless insects like moths. 
5. Two main predators of mosquitoes are fish and dragonflies. One strategy is to keep plants around that attract dragonflies.
6. Insecticides work but it is best to hire a Professional Mosquito Control company to counsel you on the right sprays and services when utilizing insecticides. Mosquito Control Service

Below you will find a list of things homeowners can do to help reduce mosquito numbers and activity.

• Make sure to dispose of tin cans, plastic containers, ceramic pots, or similar water-holding containers that have collected on your property.
• Don’t forget those discarded tires. Stagnant water in tires is where most mosquitoes are breeding.
• Unclog roof gutters annually, removing fallen leaves that tend to plug up drains.
• Dump out anything that holds water like buckets, kiddie pools, and wheelbarrows when not in use. Anything with stagnant water becomes a place for mosquitoes to breed. Change the water in birdbaths every two days. 
• Thin out dense vegetation around the home.
• Keep your lawn cut short and weeds whacked. 
  Cover any piles of wood left in the yard. Keep fish ponds stocked with fish or a fountain to keep water running. Mosquitoes will not lay eggs in running water or water that has ripples, this will cause them to drown.
• Junk piles should be removed.Things you should know about Mosquito Spraying Applications.

Professional Mosquito Spraying Questions & Answers!

Will Mosquito Spraying kill all of the mosquitos around my property?

No Mosquito Spraying will kill every mosquito around your property,  mosquitos from neighboring properties can come in contact with you before stopping and resting on treated foliage.  With that said, you will notice a significant reduction of mosquitos that you see and encounter.   

How long does a Mosquito Spray Treatment stay effective?

   Most professional mosquito prevention treatments last around 30 days.  But several things affect the time frame a mosquito treatment lasts. The biggest factor is the weather, heavy rains after a mosquito treatment can diminish its effectiveness.  After 30 days the mosquito treatment material begins to break down and become less effective. That’s why it is normally recommended to get on a monthly spraying cycle through the mosquito seasons. 

Is Mosquito Spraying Safe?

Mosquito Spraying applications are safe for humans and pets once the application is dry. So it is very important for people and their pets to stay out of all treated areas and wait until the mosquito spray has completely dried before entering the yard and property again.        

When should you start spraying for mosquitos?

This depends on which part of the country you are located in.   Most Mosquito Spraying professionals begin spraying just before evening temperatures reach around 50 degrees. 

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