You often see mosquitoes around Auburn, especially during the warmer months. Just when you should be able to enjoy your time outside, you’re stuck dealing with itchy bites. Prewett Pest Control’s Auburn mosquito control services restore your peace of mind. We’ll help you create a mosquito-free zone around your house so you can enjoy the nice weather without being bitten.
Mosquito Or Not? How To Identify Them At A Glance
Mosquito identification can sometimes be tricky. These insects are small, about 1/4-inch long, and fast fliers. Mosquitoes are usually a silvery-gray color with iridescent scales. Only female mosquitoes bite because they need extra protein from a blood meal to lay eggs. The bite itself is painless, which means you might not notice it until later. Mosquitoes lay their eggs in stagnant water.
Mosquito Dangers: Itchy Bites, Allergic Reactions And Diseases
Most people develop itchy welts after being bitten by a mosquito. The welts are the human body’s natural reaction to mosquito saliva, a response from the immune system. Some people have more severe reactions than others; if you’re worried about the severity or duration of your mosquito bite reaction, you should see a doctor. Keep mosquito bites clean and try to avoid scratching them since that can lead to infection.
Mosquitoes are known carriers of many diseases. In Auburn are West Nile virus, dengue, chikungunya, encephalitis, and tularemia. The diseases spread by mosquitoes are relatively rare in this area, but they are known to occur. These can be very serious, so it’s best to try and avoid being bitten by mosquitoes.
The Key To Mosquito Control: Proactive Measures For Prevention
Because mosquitoes can be dangerous, you should take every precaution to avoid them. These mosquito prevention tips will help you keep mosquitoes away from your yard and your own body:
- Remove anything that collects water
- Clear out excess vegetation and overgrown plants
- Install plants that repel mosquitoes
- Apply mosquito repellent when you go outside
Mosquitoes lay their eggs in any water collection, from bottle caps to ponds. If you have anything in your yard that holds water, you should remove it. Any water you want to keep, such as a bird bath, should be replaced frequently.
Overgrown plants attract mosquitoes because they provide shady areas to rest in. Removing overgrown plants is a good step to make your yard less mosquito-friendly. You can also plant basil, lemongrass, lavender, and other plants and herbs known to repel mosquitoes.
Whenever you go outside, apply mosquito repellent to prevent bites. You can also wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants, so less skin is exposed.
You should work with a professional pest control company to avoid mosquitoes around your yard.
Professional Mosquito Control: A Smart Idea For Auburn Properties
With Prewett Pest Control, you won’t need to worry about mosquitoes around your home. We provide high-quality mosquito control in Auburn to keep insects away for good. We only use proven treatments to work against mosquitoes. When we visit your home, we’ll perform an inspection to find the areas with high levels of mosquito activity. Then we’ll use a backpack misting treatment, focusing on those areas, ensuring the elimination of the mosquitoes. We offer these services on a monthly basis through peak mosquito season. It’s important to stay safe from mosquito bites; we’ll help protect you and your family.