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Mosquito Pest Control

Mosquitoes can be active year-round in many parts of the country, but they are most abundantly noticed in outdoor regions between March and October. Mosquito surveillance involves trapping mosquitoes, counting them, identifying the species, and, if needed, testing the mosquitoes for any viruses that will cause bloodborne pathogen issues for humans.

Every year, health officials and vector control professionals put out tens of thousands of traps and identify hundreds of thousands of mosquitoes, to help protect the public from mosquito infections. Knowing which mosquitoes are active in different parts of the state helps public health officials identify areas at higher risk for mosquito-borne diseases, and allows a tighter opportunity and plan at targeting  control efforts to rid the region of these potentially disease carrying pests.

What are Mosquitos?

Mosquitoes are flying insects capable of biting humans to withdraw blood to nourish the insect to keep it alive. Most mosquito-caused deaths around the world are due mosquitoes that are infected with malaria and pass it on to the humans that the mosquito bites. In general, malaria has been eradicated in the U.S., but mosquitoes still spread dangerous diseases such as the West Nile virus or other dangerous diseases. The female, not the male, actually bites the host, because it needs protein to produce her eggs; and the males prefer instead to sip on nectar.

How female mosquitoes feed is no mystery. The female uses her needle-like proboscis to pierce the skin of the host, inject her saliva (which triggers an immune response that keeps the blood flowing) and suck out blood. That mosquito spit is what makes you itch, and it’s also what spreads disease. Many people don't realize that in the middle stage of mosquito development, they are not able to eat. Therefore, when they start to fly in the final stages of growth, they are ready for a blood meal! Give us a call at the first sight of mosquitoes in your area.

Merely annoying mosquitoes

America is home to several species of mosquitoes that do not transmit diseases and seem to exist solely to dispel any romantic notions about the beauty of nature. One of these common species is the Psorophora columbiae, or the dark ricefield mosquito. They’re aggressive biters and, in extreme numbers, have even been reported to kill livestock. They also feed day and night, and for that reason the vampire jokes are out.

PROTECT YOURSELF

Mosquitoes employ a myriad of techniques for targeting their prey. They possess a receptor for detecting exhaled carbon dioxide emissions, and can sniff out chemicals in our sweat to find humans at any outdoors event. Mosquitoes are also able to hone into and sense body heat, helping them zero in on a tasty patch of flesh. Still, mosquito bites are preventable if you take the right precautions.

Mosquitoes are a frequent pest control issue in most areas due to the availability of standing water found near water sources, water holes or basins. We will help treat these problem areas as they are adjacent to your home living structures or business areas. Give us a call if you are ready to take back the night, and enjoy your outdoor living spaces again. We will remove unwanted mosquitoes from your home structure regions and help you reclaim your outdoor areas for entertaining again.

You don't have to be afraid of mosquitoes or any other type of pest. We are able to come to you whenever you call us, and will rid your outdoor living areas of pests, insects and other critters that prevent you from the full enjoyment of your home. Just call us as we are here for you any time that you need assistance with mosquitoes. If you need a mosquito exterminator, call us today

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