IS IT FLEAS OR MOSQUITOES?

 Think It’s Fleas? Think Again – Mosquito Season Is Here

If you’re noticing itchy welts on your ankles, lower legs, arms, or neck, you might automatically assume fleas are to blame—but it’s more likely mosquitoes. While flea activity tends to peak in the warmer summer months, mosquitoes remain active well into the fall and are often the unseen culprits behind those annoying bites.

What’s Really Biting You?

If you’re getting bitten and can’t figure out why, it may be time for a professional mosquito inspection. A trained technician can assess your property to determine if you need a standard treatment or a more advanced mosquito control plan tailored to your situation.

Our mosquito services start at just $149 for the initial visit, and ongoing treatments are both affordable and effective.

Mosquitoes vs. Other Biting Insects

Unlike bedbugs and fleas, which are typically indoor pests, mosquitoes can breed both indoors and outdoors—even in the smallest amounts of standing water. Did you know that a single bottle cap of water is enough for mosquitoes to lay eggs?

If you have houseplants, check the saucers beneath the pots. Those often-forgotten trays can hold stagnant water, becoming ideal breeding grounds. Look for tiny, wriggling larvae—commonly referred to as “wigglers”—as a sign of newly hatched mosquitoes.

Why You Should Be Concerned

Mosquitoes aren’t just a nuisance. They’re known vectors for several serious diseases, including:

• West Nile Virus (affects both humans and equines)

• Zika Virus

• Dengue Fever

• Encephalitis

Although most bites only result in mild irritation or itchiness, the risk of disease—especially for children, elderly individuals, and people with weakened immune systems—shouldn’t be ignored.

Is Your Property a Breeding Ground?

Mosquitoes are opportunistic breeders. They’ll lay eggs in virtually any standing water. When inspecting your property (or your neighbor’s), ask yourself:

• Are there any areas of standing water?

• Do you live near open space, a creek bed, or wetland area?

• Are there items like unused tires, clogged gutters, or outdoor planters collecting water?

• Are bird baths or pet water bowls being refreshed regularly?

Even a cup, bottle cap, or kids’ toys left outside can become mosquito nurseries. Don’t forget to check shaded corners of the yard where mosquitoes may rest during the day.

Know Your Enemy: Common Mosquito Species

In our area, both native and non-native mosquitoes are common, including:

• Culex mosquitoes (known carriers of West Nile Virus)

• Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus (invasive mosquitoes capable of spreading Zika and Dengue)

These “Aedes” species are particularly aggressive daytime biters and are now widespread in many counties.

How a Mosquito Control Program Works

A comprehensive mosquito control program includes:

• Inspection to locate breeding and resting areas

• Treatment of ornamental plants, shrubs, and shaded areas where mosquitoes gather

• Mosquito trap placement (1-3 traps) in strategic locations

• Use of insect growth regulators and larvicides to prevent mosquito development

• Water management, such as treating or replacing stagnant water in fountains, bird baths, ponds (mosquito fish can be introduced), and pet bowls

• Yard hygiene services, like controlling rodents, which can also act as mosquito hosts

We offer a range of methods depending on your environment, whether you have decorative landscaping, water features, or simply want to enjoy your backyard again without getting bitten.

Protect Your Family and Pets

Children and pets are especially vulnerable to mosquito bites and the pathogens they may carry. That’s why now is the right time to act. An inspection—whether done by you or by a professional—can make all the difference in creating a safe, mosquito-free zone around your home.

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Take Action Today

Don’t let mosquitoes keep you indoors. Our team is ready to help you enjoy your yard again with safe, effective mosquito control solutions. Contact us now to schedule your inspection and first treatment for just $149.