Mosquitoes

What are mosquitoes?

Mosquitoes are parasitic insects that are known for their habit of biting humans and leaving behind itchy bites. Mosquitoes are a major nuisance during the warmer months of the year, and an infestation of this pest around your property quickly becomes problematic due to the prolific nature of mosquitoes.

Most mosquitoes can be easily identified by their small size, thin waists, almost translucent pair of wings, and elongated mouthparts. A male mosquito utilizes its long mouth, called a proboscis, to drink flower nectar, while female mosquitoes feed off of nectar and bite mammals; female mosquitoes need the proteins in blood to properly develop their eggs and continue the mosquito life cycle.

Are mosquitoes dangerous?

Even though mosquitoes are important pollinators and vital to many ecosystems, they are nuisance pests to humans, and they can be quite dangerous. When a mosquito bites a person, they run the risk of transmitting severe illnesses. Diseases carried by mosquitoes include the Zika virus, West Nile virus, malaria, and yellow fever. Bacteria may also enter into a bitten area causing secondary infection, or the bites might trigger an allergic reaction.

Difficulty breathing or swallowing after a mosquito bite, extreme pain or swelling, or other concerning symptoms should be met with immediate medical attention.

Why do I have a mosquito problem?

Mosquitoes are drawn to areas that have plenty of sweet-smelling flowers, overgrown grasses and shaded areas to hide around, and puddles of standing water to lay their eggs in. Moisture issues and poor drainage around the exterior of your property are major contributors to mosquito problems, as these insects are typically drawn to areas where they can lay eggs and carry on their life cycle. Removing mosquito attractants is a vital step in total mosquito control.

Where will I find mosquitoes?

Mosquitoes love to hide around overgrown, shaded, cool, and damp areas. They will typically be found in long grasses, swampy areas, fallen logs, or other piles of debris. If you have puddles of water on your property or water features that aren’t appropriately treated to keep mosquitoes away, you may find adult mosquitoes, mosquito eggs, and larvae in these areas. Lakeline Pest Control will help you identify problem areas and provide you with total mosquito removal.

How do I get rid of mosquitoes?

If you want to get rid of mosquitoes without being exposed to the troubles that these pests bring, you need to contact Lakeline Pest Control as soon as possible. Our team will listen to your mosquito control concerns and develop treatment plans that are perfectly tailored to your property’s issues.

Reach out to our team today to learn how we can help you remove troublesome mosquitoes and protect your property from future mosquito problems.

How can I prevent mosquitoes in the future?

The following expert tips can help you prevent mosquitoes from settling around your property in the future:

Replace sweet-smelling and bright flowers on your property with plants that have scents that repel mosquitoes, such as rosemary, marigolds, citronella, and lemongrass.

Cut down long grass outdoors and remove piles of debris or wood piles and fallen trees, as mosquitoes love to hide in these areas.

Address moisture issues and drainage problems that contribute to buildups of water or standing water puddles around your property.

Wear an EPA-approved mosquito repellent when spending extended time outdoors to prevent potentially dangerous bites.