Not much can ruin a beautiful summer day in Bradenton like dreaded mosquitoes can. These pests are an annoying nuisance, and they also have the potential to be carrying diseases that can harm your family and pets. If you are tired of trying over-the-counter mosquito control products that never work as well as you hope, we are here to help.
This guide will explain how the life cycle of mosquitoes makes them a particularly challenging pest to eliminate. We'll also help you identify the factors on your property to remove that may attract mosquitoes. Continue reading to learn more about mosquito pest control in Bradenton with the pros at Westfall's Lawn and Pest.
The Life Cycle Of A Mosquito
You probably haven't spent much time reflecting on the life cycle of mosquitoes in Bradenton, but this cycle is part of the reason they are difficult pests to get rid of. Female mosquitoes are the only ones that bite people, and they do so because they require a blood meal before they can lay their eggs. Several days after taking this blood meal, they will lay up to 300 eggs in standing water that reach maturity in about two weeks.
Store-bought products typically only treat adult mosquitoes, leaving the eggs behind. If you don't treat standing water, mosquitoes will soon return. Working with a professional company like Westfall's Lawn and Pest is the best way to ensure you eradicate mosquitoes at every stage in their life cycle.
Common Mosquito-Borne Illnesses
Mosquitoes are disease vectors, which means that when female mosquitoes bite an animal or person, they sometimes pick up pathogens they can spread to the next person or animal they bite. Some of the diseases you can get from mosquitoes include:
- West Nile virus
- Dengue
- Chikungunya
- Tularemia
- Encephalitis
- Heartworm in pets
Not every mosquito bite results in disease transmission, but there is no way to tell whether they carry pathogens. The easiest way to protect your family and pets from these dangers is to work with a professional company to get rid of mosquitoes in the yard. Contact us at Westfall's Lawn and Pest to learn how our services can help to reduce the chances of contracting a mosquito-borne illness.
How To Identify And Remove Factors That Attract Mosquitoes
Mosquitoes prefer to live in warm, wet environments, making Bradenton an ideal location. But certain conditions may make your yard even more appealing to them. A natural way to keep mosquitoes away is to remove these factors. Try the following prevention strategies:
- Clean clogged gutters that can result in standing water.
- Regularly replace the water in bird baths and children's pools.
- Remove excess vegetation to reduce shady spots for mosquitoes to rest.
- Don't let the grass in the yard get too long.
- Frequently check your property for items holding water, such as overturned buckets or grill covers, and empty them.
The best way to naturally control mosquitoes in Bradenton is to combine your efforts with a professional pest control company. The pest professionals at Westfall's Lawn and Pest can help you determine the factors attracting mosquitoes and the best way to control them in your yard.
Call The Professionals For Total Mosquito Control For Your Property
The simplest and most effective way to get rid of mosquitoes on your property is to contact a local company like Westfall's Lawn and Pest. Our family-owned and operated business has been helping protect homes and businesses from dangerous pests for over 20 years. Contact us today to schedule an evaluation or to learn more about how our home pest control services can help to eliminate mosquitoes and keep them from returning.
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