Common Homeowner Mistakes that Attract Mosquitoes

Some properties are more prone to mosquito issues than others. Addressing the source of your mosquito problem will maximize Marietta mosquito control’s effectiveness

As soon as the cool winter weather fades from our region, spring and summer arrive quickly and send temperatures skyrocketing. Hot weather is certainly a benefit of our region because it allows us to have a particularly long outdoor living season, but these conditions come with a cost. We aren’t the only ones who enjoy the warm weather. Yes, you guessed it, pests emerge in force in the greater Atlanta area when spring and summer conditions return, leaving us to deal with the havoc they can wreak on our outdoor lifestyles. There are many pests capable of making backyard living uncomfortable, but very few can match the irritation mosquitoes cause during the morning and evening hours when they are most active. These pests are active from early spring until late fall in our region, meaning your backyard moments are at risk of being tarnished by these pests for over half the year. So, why are there so many mosquitoes in your yard? The answer comes down to a few environmental conditions that make your property attractive. 

Perhaps the most important fact about the mosquito life cycle is its complete reliance on standing water. Mosquitoes don’t lay their eggs on any random surface. In fact, they lay their eggs in standing water, where the eggs will quickly develop over a mere 10-14 days, when an adult mosquito finally emerges. These eggs are exceedingly small, as are mosquito larvae, and only a thimbleful of water is needed to raise these pests from egg to full-sized, biting adult. This amount of water is often found resting on dead leaves, in gutters, bird fountains, and pots. Remaining vigilant of standing water is essential to make your property less attractive to mosquitoes, but that’s not all that helps mosquitoes thrive. These pests also rely on shade to shield them from the hot summer sun, so they gravitate to areas with dense foliage that will provide them with ample shelter. Trimming unruly foliage is important to discourage mosquitoes from residing in your yard. For best results against mosquitoes, rely on powerful mosquito control solutions like those at Mosquito Squad, as well as frequent yard maintenance, to ensure your property is as unattractive as possible for nearby mosquito populations. It is easy to leave these key fuels for mosquito population growth unaddressed, so make sure to be proactive!

Marietta Mosquito Control from Mosquito Squad

At Mosquito Squad, we take pride in helping our neighbors combat their mosquito problems, and we are proud to continue this tradition today. With the help of our highly trained technicians who are skilled at identifying key mosquito hot-spots, and our powerful mosquito barrier treatments, we can guarantee up to an 85-90% reduction in your yard’s mosquito population. Plus, you can feel even more confident heading outside knowing that each treatment remains effective for three weeks with each application! With a treatment once or twice per month throughout the outdoor living season, you can savor your yard like never before, and our team is always ready to conduct follow-up visits as needed.

Don’t let mosquitoes degrade your backyard living experience. Give Mosquito Squad of Rockford a call today at (678) 999-7260 to learn more about how we can help you reclaim your yard this season. We look forward to hearing from you!