MOSQUITOS
Your backyard isn't a blood donation location.
Defend your yard against the mosquito! These buzzing invaders aren't just annoying; they pose a significant health threat, transmitting diseases like Malaria, Zika and dog heartworm. Take charge with professional pest control using targeted insecticide applications and eco-friendly strategies.
MOSQUITOS
Identification
Black or Dark Brown
Flying, winged insects
Slender legs and antennae
1/4 inch long
HABITS
Feed on blood for egg development
Lay eggs in standing water, where larvae develop
Drawn to carbon dioxide and heat, guiding them to potential blood sources
Active during evenings and nights, they are common outdoor nuisances
Females release pheromones for mating and locating hosts for blood meals
Attracted to specific scents like sweat, body odor, and skin chemicals
Feed on blood for egg development
Treatment
Professional mosquito control services employ diverse methods for population control, with targeted insecticide applications being a key strategy. This involves applying insecticides to specific breeding or resting areas, including standing water and vegetation. Services such as mosquito fogging use a fine mist to eliminate adult mosquitoes. Experts also provide guidance on reducing breeding sites in yards. To protect pollinators, they use less toxic insecticides like pyrethrins and avoid spraying near flowering plants. Additionally, mosquito control may include larviciding to eradicate mosquito larvae. This holistic approach ensures efficient mosquito control while considering environmental impact.
INSPECTION
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Professionals inspect the property, focusing on potential mosquito breeding sites like standing water in gutters, flower pots, and other containers.
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A comprehensive assessment considers environmental factors to determine the overall risk of mosquito infestation, guiding the development of an effective control strategy.
EDUCATION
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Learn to spot potential mosquito breeding areas, focusing on spots with standing or stagnant water.
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Take proactive measures to reduce mosquito attraction, including proper waste disposal and eliminating standing water, as well as maintaining screened windows and doors to limit indoor mosquito entry.
TREATMENT
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Our mosquito control methods include a targeted insecticide application to breeding and resting areas. Also, traps such as the Inzecto Mosquito Trap work to attract adult female mosquitos to lay their eggs inside the trap.
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Services such as mosquito fogging involve spraying a fine mist of insecticide over breeding sites to kill adult mosquitoes, with experts providing advice on reducing breeding sites.
PROACTIVE DEFENSE
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Conduct routine inspections of your property to identify potential mosquito breeding sites, focusing on areas with standing water, such as containers and low-lying areas prone to collecting water.
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Keep an eye on mosquito activity, especially during dawn and dusk when they are most active. Note locations where mosquitoes are prevalent, which can guide targeted control measures.
TIPS
Regularly check for standing water sources like flower pots, buckets, and clogged gutters, removing them to prevent mosquito breeding.
Ensure good yard drainage to prevent stagnant water accumulation, addressing puddling or poor drainage areas to minimize mosquito-friendly conditions.
Keep your lawn neatly trimmed, removing overgrown vegetation to reduce shaded areas where mosquitoes may rest during the day.
Plant mosquito-repelling varieties like citronella, lavender, and marigolds to naturally discourage mosquitoes, creating a less mosquito-prone environment in your garden.
