Middlesex Mosquito Control

A few species of mosquito can be found in the United Kingdom. While they aren’t particularly common, they can cause infestations in homes and gardens and these can be very problematic. Mosquitoes breed around standing water sources such as bird baths and water butts. Mosquitoes in the United Kingdom can bite humans. The female mosquito will bite prior to laying eggs. While an individual mosquito in the home most likely is not a indication of a significant problem, lots of mosquitoes in the same area can be considered a indication of an infestation which should be managed as they can breed swiftly.

Mosquitoes in the UK do not spread diseases, nonetheless they can bite and in large numbers this is very painful. These pest insects can cause painful, itchy bites in humans and household pets, particularly if the mosquitoes are left to travel around your home at night.

The key to successful mosquito control is precise identification of the species. While some mosquitoes can be easily mistaken for other bugs such as gnats or crane flies, mosquitoes make a distinctive high pitched whining noise when they fly. Experienced pest control companies can identify the insect and then apply an effective pest control strategy. This will often include use of a knock down insecticide spray to eliminate adult mosquitoes, accompanied by an insecticide treatment of plants and bushes in the area along with any standing water sources. This last treatment is designed to kill any larvae or eggs that are present as well as getting rid of the places that mosquitoes can lay eggs.