Why Ticks, Mosquitoes, And Other Yard Pests Seem Worse In Shaded Areas

During hot days in Williamsburg, it’s wonderful to have shaded areas in your backyard where you can kick back and enjoy the weather without getting absolutely roasted in the sun. However, you might not be the only one trying to find a bit of relief in those cooler areas. Ticks, mosquitoes, and other yard pests tend to congregate in these spots and can make for a rather unpleasant outdoor experience.

That’s where we’re here to help! At Mosquito Squad Plus, our trained technicians are equipped to handle a variety of outdoor pests, and we want to help you take back your yard this season. Let’s talk about why these pests often gather in shaded areas and how our pest control can help remove them.

Why Do Shaded Areas in Your Yard Exacerbate Pest Issues?

While Virginia has relatively nice summers, this state isn’t without its seasonal thunderstorms, which bring moisture and humidity to properties like yours. At the same time, multiple pest species are active in the area, including mosquitoes and ticks, both of which prefer damp, humid areas. For mosquitoes, it’s because they breed in water (needing as little as a capful), and for ticks, it’s because they dislike the sun and prefer moist, sheltered areas.

You may also notice more spiders and ants! Therefore, you might have a bigger pest problem than others if your yard has more shady areas. These could consist of shaded spots from tall, lush trees, dense shrubbery, or even a part of your yard that backs up to a wooded area. 

What You Can Do to Help Reduce Pests in Your Yard

Now that you know about the connection between shade and pests, you can take a few steps to help alleviate the problem. While you can’t necessarily change the entire layout of your yard (nor do you likely want to), we can offer tips that we recommend to those experiencing higher rates of pests in their yards. 

• Manage any standing water in your yard.
• Keep your lawn trimmed regularly and prune vegetation so it’s away from your home.
• Remove leaf litter from your lawn whenever possible.
• Consider adding tick-resistant plants to your property. 
• Keep playground equipment in sunny, open areas where ticks will be less likely to gather.
• Call Mosquito Squad Plus for professional pest control treatment.

How Our Pest Control in Williamsburg Works

Mosquito Squad Plus offers reliable pest control treatments in Williamsburg that offer protection against ticks, mosquitoes, spiders, ants, and other common backyard invaders. Our seasonal Multi-Pest packages are the best solution for dealing with multiple pests, because the barrier treatments offer bundled protection that can control up to 85-90% of pests.

We’ll always begin with a yard inspection to identify hotspots and create a comprehensive plan tailored to your yard’s unique layout and needs. Then, we’ll use EPA-registered products to help target pests and simultaneously help prevent more from entering your yard. It’s that easy!

Searching for Pest Control in Williamsburg?

When you’re ready to hand off your pest control needs to the pros, Mosquito Squad Plus is here to help. We’ll perform your first treatment within 48 hours, and if you’re not completely satisfied with your results, we’ll return to reapply it. 

Along with a great treatment, count on us for transparent pricing, solid customer service, and a 100% satisfaction guarantee that backs up all of our work. 

Juggling more than one pest around your Williamsburg home? Call Mosquito Squad Plus of Williamsburg at (757) 280-3624 or contact us online for a free quote.