Mosquito Control
Mosquitos are small insects easily identified by their slender body, three pairs of long longs, and delicate wings. Female mosquitoes require blood to produce eggs, which is why they feed on humans. While a mosquito’s bite is usually painless, their saliva can cause a reaction that leads to intense itching. In rare cases, it’s possible to contract a disease if you get bitten by an infected mosquito carrying a pathogen.
The Carolinas have several species of mosquitoes, including the Northern House Mosquito (Common House mosquito), Asian Tiger Mosquito, Yellow Fever Mosquito, Marsh Mosquito, Southern House Mosquito, Woodland Mosquito, and Gallinipper Mosquito. Some are more likely to carry diseases than others, but you should always take precautions to avoid getting bitten.
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Mosquitoes Love the Weather and Bountiful Natural Resources of the Carolinas
Mosquitoes are one of the most annoying insects to have around your home or business. Unfortunately, the hot and humid subtropical climate of the Carolinas is the perfect environment for these irritating pests. Further, the abundance of rainfall and varied natural water resources provide plentiful sources of standing water necessary for mosquito breeding grounds.
Mosquito season stretches from late spring through early fall and peaks mid-summer when temperatures and humidity are highest. Populations tend to die off when temperatures cool, but as summers lengthen due to climate change, mosquitoes also linger longer into the year. With the increase in the time mosquitoes are active, mosquito-borne illnesses are also on the rise. Lower your risk of getting sick and rid your yard of these pests that cause itchy, red bites with professional mosquito control from Anticimex Carolinas.
Mosquitoes Love the Weather and Bountiful Natural Resources of the Carolinas
Mosquitoes are one of the most annoying insects to have around your home or business. Unfortunately, the hot and humid subtropical climate of the Carolinas is the perfect environment for these irritating pests. Further, the abundance of rainfall and varied natural water resources provide plentiful sources of standing water necessary for mosquito breeding grounds.
Mosquito season stretches from late spring through early fall and peaks mid-summer when temperatures and humidity are highest. Populations tend to die off when temperatures cool, but as summers lengthen due to climate change, mosquitoes also linger longer into the year. With the increase in the time mosquitoes are active, mosquito-borne illnesses are also on the rise. Lower your risk of getting sick and rid your yard of these pests that cause itchy, red bites with professional mosquito control from Anticimex Carolinas.
Why Every Carolina Home and Business Needs a Mosquito Exterminator
If mosquitoes begin to lay eggs nearby, you’ll likely soon experience swarms of these insects that make staying outside unbearable. This is a problem for homeowners who want to enjoy spending time outside, hosting barbecues and other events, or letting their kids play outdoors. Mosquitoes are also bad for businesses. Employees and clients alike may be unable to use outdoor common areas like gardens and picnic areas. This not only takes away from their experience of your facilities, but it leaves a bad impression if the prevalence of pests is so severe.
Mosquitoes aren’t just annoying; they can transmit dangerous diseases to humans, including Yellow Fever, the West Nile virus, dengue fever, and the Zika virus. The tiger mosquito can also cause heartworms in dogs and cats. Another problem with mosquitoes is the risk of getting an infected bite. Even when the risk of disease isn’t present, mosquito bites can cause intense itching. If you give in to the urge to scratch, you increase your chances of irritating the bite and getting an infection.
How to Keep Mosquitoes At Bay
Everything from rivers and streams to wetlands and marshes to rain gutters, bird foundations, and puddles are excellent breeding grounds for mosquitoes to lay their eggs. Mosquitos only require about one inch of water to breed, so even an unattended pet water bowl, flower pot, toy, or pool cover can invite the start of an infestation that will overrun your yard and make being outside intolerable. Keep mosquitoes away with these helpful tips:
- Wear protective clothing with long sleeves and long pants that cover your skin while outdoors.
- Take extra care when outdoors during peak mosquito activity at dusk and dawn.
- Apply EPA-approved insect repellents.
- Empty any containers that hold standing water.
- Fix low-lying areas in your lawn that hold puddles of water.
- Clean gutters to prevent standing water and debris buildup.
- Ensure all windows and doors have intact screens.
- Keep your grass cut and shrubbery trimmed.
- Remove leaf litter, grass clippings, and other lawn debris.
These easy property maintenance tips will help to lessen the number of mosquitoes swarming around, but if you want real relief and guaranteed results, you need professional mosquito control from the experts at Anticimex Carolinas.
Mosquito Control Helps Prevent Discomfort and Disease
DIY prevention methods are an important part of pest control, but they can’t compete with professional treatments that quickly target insects and not only reduce their numbers but keep them from coming back. At Anticimex Carolinas, our team provides quality, state-of-the-art pest management services to homes and businesses in North and South Carolina. Mosquitoes are persistent pests, but they are no match for our mosquito treatments, which create a protective barrier around your property to control populations and allow you to enjoy living pest-free. They take effect quickly, so you can plan a pest-free event or opt for seasonal mosquito control with periodic treatments from spring through fall for continuous protection for the duration of mosquito season.
Frequently Asked Questions​
1. How long do mosquitoes live?
Male mosquitoes live for just one week, while female mosquitoes, the ones that bite humans, live for up to four weeks. The main problem is that mosquitoes breed rapidly in warm and humid weather where they have access to water, creating a population that can continue to expand and thrive for months.
2. Are there any natural ways to repel mosquitoes?
Some strongly scented oils may have some effect at repelling mosquitoes. These include citronella, lemon eucalyptus, peppermint, lavender, and tea tree. Repellents that contain DEET and picaridin are typically more effective. However, professionally applied treatments are the most effective.
3. Why are mosquitoes attracted to me?
Mosquitoes are attracted to body heat, sweat, the stress hormone cortisol, and the carbon dioxide people exhale. Even certain perfumes that mimic the smell of flower nectar can attract mosquitoes.
4. Where on my property can mosquitoes live?
Mosquitoes are often found near water, which they use as a breeding ground. Adult mosquitoes favor shelter like overgrown vegetation, tall grasses, bushes, woodpiles and even leaf litter.
5. How should I treat mosquito bites?
If you get one or more mosquito bites, wash the area with soap and water. Use an ice pack to help control itching and reduce swelling. Over-the-counter antihistamine and anti-itch creams can also help. Avoid scratching, which can make the itch even worse and lead to infection. Seek medical attention if the bite shows signs of an infection, like an increase in redness, swelling, pus, warmth around the area, or fever.
