With spring comes warmer days and more time spent outdoors. While this is generally a great time of year, there’s always an unwelcome guest that shows up – mosquitoes. These tiny pests are more than just annoying – they can carry disease. This is why it’s so important to take preventative measures early in the spring. If you follow the right steps, you can enjoy your backyard and patio without constantly swatting and scratching:
Eliminate Standing Water
One of the most important things you can do to reduce mosquito populations around your homes is to eliminate standing water. Mosquitos like to lay their eggs in stagnant water, no matter how small it is. This includes flowerpot saucers, clogged gutters, and old tires – they can all become breeding grounds. Take some time to walk around your property and dump out any water you find. Refill pet bowls and birdbaths frequently to keep them fresh.
Maintain Your Yard
Tall grass, untrimmed shrubs, and overgrown gardens create shady, humid areas that mosquitos love. Regular mowing, trimming, and pruning help reduce the spots where they can rest during the day. Cleaning up leaf piles and other yard debris is another great way to make your outdoor space less mosquito friendly.
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Utilize insect repellent containing DEET or other effective ingredients. Additionally, wearing long sleeves and light-colored clothing can further minimize the risk of bites during peak mosquito activity times.
Schedule Seasonal Treatments
Even with the best at-home prevention, mosquitos can still find a way in. That’s when professional help can make a big difference. Seasonal mosquito treatments can greatly reduce their presence, making your spring and summer far more enjoyable.
So, if mosquitos are already becoming a problem or you simply want to take proactive steps to protect your space, we’re here to help. We treat your yard with an effective barrier spray. Using a backpack sprayer designed for clear-cut application, the technician targets shrubs and plants with a barrier spray that kills mosquitoes on contact and bonds to foliage, where it acts as a mosquito repellent for weeks to come. Our Pest Professional will also treat the different harboring areas around the yard for ticks. D & T Pest and Termite Control Inc. offers safe, effective mosquito control solutions tailored to your property’s needs. Give us a call at (508) 966-4470 to schedule your spring pest control services!