If you live in or near Greenville, you probably know first-hand that mosquitoes can be a big problem in this area. The hot summer days and the warm, humid nights make this place the perfect spot for mosquitoes to reside.
At Dan The Mosquito Man, our team of qualified technicians know that mosquitoes can be much more than just a nuisance pest. These small insects are capable of carrying and spreading a wide range of illnesses. That is why our Greenville pest control specialists have dedicated their lives to coming up with one of the most effective mosquito control solutions available. We know how to get rid of mosquitoes on your property and keep them from coming back.
How To Tell If You Have A Mosquito Problem
If you have several itchy and small bug bites on your skin every time you go outside, that is one of the most noticeable signs that indicate you could have a mosquito problem. However, as mosquitos are not the only insect that will leave an itchy bug bite on your skin, that isn't the only factor you should consider when trying to decide whether or not you have an actual mosquito infestation. Some of the other signs that you can look for include the following:
- Hearing high-pitched buzzing sounds around your home
- Pets that scratch more than usual
- Seeing mosquitoes hovering around you
- Having standing water near your home or on your property
Mosquitoes thrive in warm weather. However, they don't typically like to stay in direct sunlight for too long. If you notice that you are receiving more bug bites when you are sitting outside under a tree or in another shaded area, that could indicate that you have a mosquito problem on your property.
What Could Be Attracting Mosquitoes To Your Backyard
Because female mosquitoes lay their eggs in water, having standing water around your home is one of the most common ways to attract mosquitoes. There does not have to be a lot of water. Usually, one two two inches of standing water is enough for a mosquito. If you have old tires or lawn equipment sitting around your home, collecting water, you could be attracting mosquitoes to your yard.
DIY Methods Of Mosquito Control And Their Effectiveness
There are many DIY mosquito control options available on the market today. And while all of them promise great results, many are completely ineffective.
Many natural oils and other mild chemicals are ineffective at deterring or killing mosquitoes. In fact, some of the oils may actually attract mosquitoes. The same rules apply to other repellent methods, such as citronella candles. While the candle may smell nice, it is usually not able to keep mosquitoes away.
Another problem with DIY mosquito control is that most solutions are designed to eliminate the mosquito, but they don't target the root cause of the problem. In order to keep mosquitoes away from your home for good, you need to find out what is attracting them to your home in the first place and work on a plan to eliminate those contributing factors.
Take Back Your Yard With A Full-Yard Mosquito Treatment
At Dan The Mosquito Man, we go above and beyond to ensure that your Greenville yard is a great place for you and your family to spend time. We offer world-class mosquito control solutions that are effective at eliminating mosquitoes throughout all stages of life. We also offer recurring treatment options to ensure mosquitoes don't return to your property in the future. Give us a call today to see how we can help you!
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Dan The Mosquito Man
Greenville, SC 29609