Warm summer days are perfect for spending time with friends and family outdoors, but some bothersome pests want to join in the fun. Mosquitos are among the most persistent unwanted guests for Missouri residents trying to enjoy their outdoor space. These pests don’t need to spoil your summer fun, though. Here’s what you need to know about mosquitos, and what to do if you have an infestation.
Itchy bumps with a chance of infectious disease—mosquitos are annoying pests whose bites carry a major health risk. Females bite mammals, including humans, with a tube-like mouth in order to feed on their blood. Their saliva comes into contact with your skin, which is what causes these bites to itch and can also lead to the transfer of disease. Around the world, mosquitos are responsible for the spread of West Nile Virus, malaria, yellow fever, dengue, zika, and other deadly diseases.
How To Treat For Mosquitos
The best way to curb the mosquito population in your yard is to prevent them from multiplying. They lay eggs in stagnant water, so be mindful of leaving birdbaths, watering cans, and kiddie pools unattended. Also check for areas with poor drainage that are prone to flooding or collecting rainwater. If you keep your yard free of stagnant water, mosquitos will have a harder time reproducing.
Our pest control experts also have two active treatment options for eliminating a mosquito problem. In addition to helping you identify and eliminate places on your property where these pests may be reproducing, we can apply larvicide treatment to these problem spots as needed. We also utilize a barrier treatment on areas where mature mosquitos shelter, such as bushes and other foliage.
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