Chichester Mosquito Control

Several species of mosquito can be found in the United Kingdom. While they are not very prevalent, they may cause infestations in homes and gardens and these can be very difficult. 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 a single mosquito in the home probably isn’t a signal of a significant problem, lots of mosquitoes in the same area can be a sign of an infestation which should be controlled as they can breed swiftly.

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

The key to effective mosquito control is precise identification of the species. Although 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 implement an effective pest control strategy. This will commonly consist of 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 removing the places that mosquitoes can lay eggs.