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Protect yourself from mosquitoes & ticks this season!

Shield yourself from pesky pests with our comprehensive guide to mosquito and tick prevention. Stay informed, stay safe, and enjoy the great outdoors without worry.

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There are a large variety of mosquito species around the US. Mosquito season generally starts in late spring and runs through the summer, with populations tapering off in the early fall in certain areas of the country. While mosquitoes and their itchy bites are often considered a nuisance, they can also be dangerous.

  • Mosquitoes can reproduce rapidly, with females laying up to 100 eggs at a time.
  • Mosquitoes can need as little as a bottle cap size of water to reproduce.
  • Mosquitoes breed in damp areas such as flowerpots and gardens, bird baths, puddles and other standing water.
  • Some mosquito eggs can hibernate through the winter in frozen water, hatching at the first thaw.
  • Mosquitoes can carry serious disease-causing pathogens like West Nile and Zika Virus.


What about ticks?

It's reported that about 50,000 Americans suffer from tick bites each year, although there is a growing body of research that shows that this is only a reported number and that there are actually over 300,000 tick bites per year. These pests may carry pathogens that can transmit dangerous diseases and pose a threat your home and family.

  • After mating, a female tick feeds and lays between 1,500 and 5,000 eggs in small egg masses.
  • Depending on the type, ticks can feed on mammals, birds, amphibians and reptiles.
  • Since ticks prefer grassy, bushy and woody areas, lovers of the outdoors (campers, gardeners, hunters) are at risk of getting ticks. This includes your yard!

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Frequently asked tick and mosquito control questions

Ticks and mosquitoes can be deterred with a combination of environmental management and personal protection.

  • Eliminate standing water in birdbaths, clogged gutters, or unused containers to help reduce mosquito breeding grounds.
  • Maintain your yard by mowing the grass, clearing leaf litter, and trimming shrubbery to reduce potential tick and mosquito habitats.
  • Apply insect repellents that contain ingredients like DEET.
  • Wear protective clothing outdoors, such as long sleeves and pants, to make it more difficult for these pests to reach your skin.

While these methods can help, professional mosquito and tick control services offer the most comprehensive and long-lasting protection.

Scents like citronella, lavender, eucalyptus, lemon, lemongrass, peppermint, and tea tree oil are believed to help repel ticks and mosquitoes. While these natural repellents can offer some temporary protection, professional pest control provides more effective, long-lasting results.

Ticks are most active during warmer months, especially from spring to fall, and are most active in the early morning and evening when temperatures are cooler. Mosquitoes are typically most active at dawn and dusk, although certain species may bite throughout the day. Warmer, humid conditions increase their activity.

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