Summer in Long Island is the perfect time for outdoor parties, celebrating holidays, and having cookouts with family and friends. But an infestation of mosquitoes on your property can make spending time in the yard difficult. If you have been trying to get rid of mosquitoes in the backyard, and they seem to come right back, it is time to find out the best way to deal with this problematic pest.
This guide will explain how to identify mosquitoes and review the diseases they can spread. We’ll also provide some practical prevention tips you can use today to start reducing mosquitoes on your property. Keep reading to learn more about mosquito pest control in Long Island with the pros at Ultimate Pest Control.
How To Identify A Mosquito
Two types of mosquitoes infest yards in this area, the culex and the Asian tiger mosquito. Culex mosquitoes are between 1/4 and 3/8 of an inch long and are primarily gray with iridescent scales, and Asian tiger mosquitoes are smaller, around 1/8 of an inch long, with black and white stripes on their body and legs.
The females of both species bite people to draw the blood they need to lay their eggs, which helps explain the itchy red bumps on your skin. Culex mosquitoes are active around dusk and dawn, and Asian tigers will bite during daylight hours, which can help you determine which species you are dealing with. If you need help identifying or getting rid of mosquitoes, contact us today at Ultimate Pest Control.
The Dangerous Diseases Mosquito Bites Can Spread
When female mosquitoes bite to feed on the blood of an animal or person, they sometimes pick up diseases that they then spread to the next person or animal they bite. The following list reviews the diseases spread by mosquitoes in Long Island:
- West Nile virus
- Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE)
- Chikungunya
- Tularemia
- Dengue
- Heartworm (in pets)
Spraying for mosquitoes in your yard is one of the best ways to reduce their populations and lower the chances of your family or pets getting ill. Contact Ultimate Pest Control today to learn more about our services and how we can help to protect your loved ones from these dangerous pests.
Five No-Nonsense Mosquito Prevention Tips
No matter which type of mosquito you are dealing with, there are steps you can take to help prevent them. Here are five tips to keep mosquitoes away from your yard this summer:
- Cut back excessive vegetation.
- Keep the lawn cut short.
- Regularly empty any containers holding water.
- Ensure gutters are free-flowing.
- Refresh standing water in bird baths and kiddie pools frequently.
Using these tips and working with a professional control company is the best way to get rid of mosquitoes and keep them from coming back. Contact us today at Ultimate Pest Control to learn how we can help you get your mosquito problem under control.
Professional Mosquito Control Is A Great Way To Go
Regularly treating your property for mosquitoes is the best way to keep their populations to a minimum. The technicians at Ultimate Pest Control can inspect your property, treat standing water for mosquitoes, and spray the flower beds, yard, and perimeter to help keep them away. We use green, biodegradable products to help keep your children and pets safe.
Whether you are looking to schedule regular mosquito treatments or a one-time quick fix for a special occasion, Ultimate Pest Control has a solution. Contact us today to request a quote so you can relax and enjoy your backyard again.