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As the largest city in Canyon County, there is a lot that attracts people to Nampa. Unfortunately, there is a lot here that attracts mosquitoes, too. Mosquitoes can make it impossible to enjoy the outside during the most beautiful months of the year. They also can carry serious diseases such as Zika and West Nile virus, and they transmit them to people through just one small bite. Clearly, mosquitoes are not only just an annoyance. They pose a real threat to humans. It is for this reason that when mosquitoes take over your yard, it is critical that you speak to a Nampa mosquito control company.
Water is essential to a mosquito’s life. Mosquitoes need water to breed and a single adult can lay hundreds of eggs in just a few tablespoons of water. Some mosquitoes will use standing water already present to lay their eggs. These eggs hatch very quickly, usually within a day or two. Other mosquitoes will lay their eggs in a protected area, such as in a tin can or an old tire. These eggs will hatch once there is enough water to cover them.
A mosquito’s eggs hatch into larvae commonly referred to as wigglers. From there, they will develop into pupae, which are known as tumblers. The pupae will continue to live in the water, but they will not eat. After a few days to one week, the pupae will crack open and an adult mosquito will emerge to continue its life cycle. Once an adult, a mosquito will live for one to four weeks. Still, due to the fact that they hatch so quickly, waiting for the life cycle to end is not enough to get rid of a problem. A Nampa mosquito control company will get rid of the problem and make sure it does not come back.
The best way to deal with mosquitoes is to never have to deal with them at all. Although you may find a stray mosquito or two in your yard, there are many ways you can avoid a massive infestation. First and foremost, remove any standing water from your yard. This can include obvious water spots, such as bottles and buckets but there are others, as well. For example, you may have children’s toys or canoes in your yard that will collect water. Turn these over or remove them from your space so they do not attract mosquitoes.
Other steps you can take to prevent a mosquito infestation are as follows:
Although the above mosquito prevention tips are helpful, they are not surefire ways to ensure you never see a mosquito in your yard. When a population gets out of control, you need a Nampa mosquito control company that can help keep mosquitoes out of your yard, and eliminate them if they do.
There is a vast array of do-it-yourself solutions on the market that claim to be able to get rid of mosquito problems. From zappers that claim to safely electrocute mosquitoes to candles and sprays scented with citronella and more, there are multiple products to choose from. Unfortunately, they do not work and they are not always safe.
Over-the-counter products have many problems associated with them. Firstly, pesticides are usually not strong enough to do much damage to insects, but they can be harmful to humans. Products that rely on aroma alone are ineffective and are not enough to keep the critters at bay. The electric zappers do electrocute the mosquitoes but as they do, the viruses these insects carry can make their way into the air and still make people sick.
The only way to effectively and safely keep mosquitoes out of the yard and remove infestations is to work with a Nampa mosquito control company. Professionals will have access to the solutions that work and that will allow you to take your yard back once again.
You want to enjoy your yard during the spring and summer months, but mosquitoes can make that impossible. Our clients rely on us at Armis Pest Management when they have mosquito problems because we have the solutions that work. We will put them to work for you, too. Call our Nampa mosquito control company today at 208-650-7378 or contact us online to request a quote.