Mosquito Control
Give us a call today: 215-346-7160Have you ever wondered about the residual problems of a leaky pipe or a dripping air conditioner? Aside from mold and mildew, a mosquito problem could easily erupt from just a small amount of stagnant water. And if you’ve ever spent time outdoors on a warm summer day, you’ll know just how bad a mosquito problem can be.
Our team specializes in the identification of mosquito issues and their complete removal, as well as their eggs so that your home becomes basically mosquito-proof.
Causes of Mosquito Problems
Mosquitoes breed in standing water. This can be anything from a cup of water that got forgotten about in a room of your house, to any flower pots and plant containers. Leaking pipes can also cause water to drip down into areas that you might not otherwise detect, leading to mosquitos laying eggs and reproducing.
Also, keep in mind that heavy rainfall can lead to an abundance of mosquitoes, especially if you’ve got a porous home foundation that gets damp or moist on rainy days. Several days of heavy rainfall can quickly lead to a swarm of mosquitoes being inside of your house.
Breaking Down Mosquito Pest Control
Depending on how bad the mosquito problem is, the solution will likely vary in severity. For instance, there are powerful chemicals that can immediately rid your home of mosquitoes, but those can be harmful when exposed to humans and pets.
On the other end of the spectrum, there are organic chemicals and citronella candles that ward mosquitos away. If your problem isn’t very bad, or you’re dealing with mosquitos on an outdoor patio, these work exceptionally well.
The main problem at hand is discovering the source of a mosquito problem and eliminating it. Reduce the amount of stagnant water in your home, locate leaky pipes and equipment, and work with our team to eliminate their breeding grounds.
How to Detect a Mosquito Infestation
Mosquitoes can be easy to detect based on how much of a nuisance they can be to your home hygiene and health. Are you exceptionally itchy on warm summer days, even when you don’t leave the house at all? If the itches are coming from those bumps that form after a mosquito bites you, then you’ve likely got a mosquito problem.
Also, take note of the amount of places where stagnant water is. Do you frequently (accidentally, of course) overwater your plants? Do you have water pooling up in your sink often? Is your AC leaking on the ground when humidity levels are high? These are all places where a mosquito infestation can form.
Best Practices for Mosquito Control
Mosquito control is tricky because most homeowners already know about the ways to ward them off. Citronella candles and household cleaners can fend them off in small numbers, but when they start breeding and swarming your home, these lose their effectiveness.
Work with our mosquito control specialists to find a safe and organic method of eliminating mosquitoes and removing the source of the problem.
