What are Mosquitoes?

Mosquitoes are a type of biting fly with a fly-like appearance. Adults have a narrow, oval-shaped body, long legs, and a single pair of wings. Most mosquitoes are brown or black, with or without white markings; their exact color is species-specific. Females use their piercing mouthparts to puncture the skin of people or animals and feed on the blood required to develop viable eggs. Both males and females use their piercing mouthparts to feed on plant nectar which is their primary food source.

Are Mosquitoes Dangerous?

An annoying consequence of a mosquito bite is developing a red itchy welt. However, a far more serious threat is becoming infected with one of the dangerous diseases they are capable of spreading to both people and animals. Mosquitoes are responsible for transmitting a variety of harmful diseases including West Nile virus, encephalitis, and Zika virus. In addition, these parasitic pests are also spread heartworm disease to our pets.

Mosquito Treatment Methods

At M.G. Brondial Pest Control Services, we provide effective mosquito control solutions to eliminate adult mosquitoes and prevent breeding.

  •  ULV Fogging

Fast-acting fogging treatment that kills adult mosquitoes in outdoor and large areas.

  •  Residual Spraying

Long-lasting insecticide applied to walls, dark corners, and outdoor resting areas to prevent re-infestation.

  •  Larviciding

Treatment of stagnant water and drains to eliminate mosquito larvae before they grow.

  •  Inspection & Prevention

We identify breeding sites and provide preventive solutions for long-term protection.

How Can I Prevent Mosquitoes In The Future?

In addition to investing in professional mosquito control, you can help keep biting mosquitoes out of your home or business with the help of the following prevention tips:

  • Limit the amount of flowering vegetation planted close to the perimeter of your home.
  • Keep your windows and doors shut as much as possible to avoid giving mosquitoes opportunities to get inside.
  • Make sure door and window screens are free of holes, rips, or tears to keep mosquitoes from finding their way inside.
  • Eliminate standing water from your property as much as possible as these areas function as breeding sites for mosquitoes.
  • Keep your grass cut short and cut back any overgrown vegetation on your property that could provide mosquitoes with shaded resting spots.

We Know Mosquitoes

  • Mosquitoes can lay an average of 100 eggs in a container the size of a bottle cap.
  • Mosquitoes can cause welts and severe itching.
  • Mosquitoes can carry pathogens that transmit disease.
  • Mosquitoes can lay up to 3,000 eggs within a couple of weeks.
  • Mosquito breeding grounds can be anywhere with standing, stagnant water.
  • Female mosquitoes need the iron and protein in human blood to reproduce.

Tips to Prevent Mosquito Bites

Using the right insect repellent and other preventive actions can discourage mosquitoes, ticks and other biting insects from landing on you. Here are tips for other preventive actions you can take against mosquitoes.

  • Remove Mosquito Habitats
  • Use Appropriate Pesticides
  • Use Structural Barriers
  • Avoid Getting Bitten