How Long Do I Have to Stay Off My Yard After Mosquito Treatment?
Posted by Mosquito Squad
May 22, 2025
When it comes to mosquito control, families in Northeast Florida are often balancing pest protection with their kids’ and pets’ outdoor routines.
A common question we hear is: how long do you really have to stay off your yard after a mosquito treatment in Jacksonville? The good news is that the answer is straightforward—and surprisingly convenient.
Why Is Mosquito Control in Jacksonville Important?
If you’re raising children or caring for pets in a humid, mosquito-prone region like Northeast Florida, you know how quickly outdoor fun can be interrupted by buzzing pests. This issue isn’t just irritating! Unfortunately, mosquitoes are also known carriers of harmful diseases such as West Nile virus, Zika, and heartworm (which is especially dangerous for dogs).
That’s why homeowners in need of St. John's mosquito control or Jacksonville mosquito control often turn to Mosquito Squad. Our treatments are designed to help reduce mosquito populations by up to 85–90% for up to 21 days, allowing for a more comfortable and enjoyable outdoor environment for your whole family.
How Does the Barrier Treatment Work?
Our Jacksonville mosquito control treatment forms an invisible shield around your property. Once applied to key areas like shrubs, tree lines, and under decks, it begins working on contact and continues to reduce mosquito populations over the following weeks. For those who prefer a natural mosquito treatment, we also offer an effective treatment made with essential oils that are known to repel mosquitoes.
How Long Do You Have to Stay Off Your Yard After a Mosquito Treatment?
After receiving a Jacksonville mosquito control treatment, we recommend that everyone, but especially kids and pets, stay off the yard and out of treated areas for about 30 to 40 minutes. This short wait time allows the treatment to fully dry and bind to the surfaces where it’s been applied. Once dry, the risk of exposure is significantly minimized, and your yard is ready to enjoy.
Our services are designed so that if you're scheduling St. Johns County mosquito control for the first time, you already know that you won’t need to disrupt your family’s entire day. Your children and pets can return to their favorite outdoor spots shortly after our visit.
And if you're planning a party, playdate, or backyard event, we also offer special event sprays to help ensure your gathering isn’t crashed by mosquitoes.
Search for mosquito control companies and choose Mosquito Squad.
Mosquito Squad of Northeast Florida is a trusted mosquito control company, serving Saint Augustine, Ponte Vedra Beach, Jacksonville Beach, and surrounding areas. Also call us for pest control in Yulee, Atlantic Beach, Fruit Cove, and beyond!
At Mosquito Squad of Northeast Florida, our goal is your complete satisfaction. That’s why we offer a 100% customer satisfaction guarantee!
Put our mosquito control treatments to work for all your needs. Call Mosquito Squad of Northeast Florida at (904) 844-0816 to learn more about our formulas and outdoor pest control plans.
