Mosquitoes In Jacksonville: An All-Inclusive Prevention And Control Guide

Understanding The Mosquito Life Cycle: A Key To Effective Control

Do mosquitoes lay eggs? Yes. Female mosquitoes consume the blood of humans and animals, which provides them with vital proteins needed for generating eggs. Mosquitoes typically lay their eggs in pools of standing freshwater. After hatching, mosquitoes pass through stages as larvae and pupae before reaching adulthood.

In the southern parts of the state, mosquitoes are more likely to remain active year-round. Mosquitoes in Jacksonville usually cannot function as temperatures drop to near 50 degrees. 

Mosquito Dangers: Understanding The Risks Of An Infestation

Most of those bitten by mosquitoes experience a minor reaction from the insect’s saliva—typically a reddish bump and skin irritation.

However, mosquitoes are associated with various more serious health concerns.

What diseases do mosquitoes transmit? They include the Zika virus, Chikungunya virus, malaria, and dengue. Mosquitoes also pose risks of heartworms among dogs and equine encephalitis among horses.

Mosquito Prevention: Eco-Friendly And Effective Tips

Are you wondering how to prevent unwanted mosquitoes from living in the yard of your Jacksonville home? Consider the following prevention methods:

• Consider staying indoors during the “prime” mosquito times of dawn and dusk.
• Avoid overwatering lawn and garden areas and fill in ground holes that might hold rainwater.
• Ensure that pots and planters have some small drainage holes.
• Repair any leaky hoses or spigots and keep gutters and downspouts clear.
• Change out the water in bird baths or fountains regularly, as they may contain mosquito eggs.

While these preventative measures often prove effective, mosquitoes live in natural outdoor environments; eliminating 100% of the mosquitoes from your yard is unlikely. However, the professionals have methods of dramatically reducing the population in yard areas.

Pro Mosquito Control: A Smart Idea For Jacksonville Properties

How to get rid of mosquitoes in your yard? Rather than often trying ineffective store-bought mosquito products, local homeowners should consult a pest management professional for the best results.

Lindsey Pest Services is a well-established provider of mosquito control services for property owners in this region. After receiving a request, we will deploy a qualified technician to your home to thoroughly assess the property as needed to identify areas where mosquitoes are thriving and explain the best available treatment option.

We may employ a mosquito barrier treatment that is applied using a backpack spraying device that targets areas around trees, shrubs, and other vegetation which offer mosquitoes shelter from the sun. While the sprayer delivers an effective formula against live mosquitoes, it also has a residual impact by forming a virtual barrier throughout the foliage.

It is also often necessary to treat locations where mosquitoes are breeding, such as areas of standing water or those with excess moisture. This form of treatment effectively disrupts the development cycle and prevents mosquitoes. We generally recommend that homeowners choose a recurring treatment schedule between six weeks and three months.

For professional solutions to problems with the types of mosquitoes in Florida, contact our office today.