Tips for Mosquito Control
There’s nothing quite as annoying as an itchy mosquito bite. But dealing with these bloodsuckers is just a given when you spend time outside, right? Not necessarily! There are ways you can reduce the mosquito population around your home. Here are five tips for identifying and targeting mosquito breeding grounds lurking on your property:
- Throw away items that collect standing water—the preferred habitat of mosquitoes. If you can’t throw the item away, store it upside down.
- Clean gutters frequently. Debris obstructs water flow from your roof, which causes your gutters to fill up with standing water.
- Don’t overwater your lawn. Adjust your sprinklers appropriately; overwatering creates an ideal environment for mosquito breeding.
- Keep your lawn and property well-maintained. Mosquitoes like to hide in weeds, brush, and overgrown areas, especially if these spots are damp or collect standing water.
- Watch out for and repair leaky outdoor faucets and A/C units.
If your home is already under attack by mosquitoes, Green Valley offers treatment options, including:
- Multiple, strategic insecticide applications for season-long mosquito suppression
- One-time insecticide applications before outdoor events, like holiday picnics, weddings, and reunions
- Perimeter treatment of your house, structures, and outdoor living area
- Trimming vegetation favorable to mosquitoes, including trees, bushes, and shrubbery
Green Valley Pest Control’s trained technicians are happy to help you identify high-potential mosquito breeding sites and treatment options. For a free quote or to set up an inspection, call us toll-free at 1-888-782-4543.
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