Belfast Mosquito Control

A few species of mosquito are present in the United Kingdom. While they aren’t particularly widespread, they do cause infestations in homes and gardens and these are often very problematic. Mosquitoes breed around standing water sources such as bird baths and water butts. Mosquitoes in the UK can bite humans. The female mosquito will bite prior to laying eggs. While an individual mosquito in the house likely isn’t a signal of a serious problem, lots of mosquitoes in the same area can be considered a sign of an infestation and this should be managed as they can breed swiftly.

Mosquitoes in the United Kingdom 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 domestic pets, especially if the mosquitoes are left to travel around the property at night.

The key to effective mosquito control is correct identification of the species. Although some mosquitoes can be mistaken for other insects such as gnats or crane flies, mosquitoes make a unique 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 consist of use of a knock down insecticide spray to kill adult mosquitoes, followed 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.