Elgin Mosquito Control

Several species of mosquito can be found in the United Kingdom. While they aren’t very widespread, they could cause infestations in homes and gardens and these can be extremely difficult. 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 most likely isn’t a signal of a significant problem, a number of mosquitoes in the same area can be considered a sign of an infestation which should be managed as they can breed rapidly.

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

The key to effective mosquito control is correct 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. Expert pest control companies can identify the insect and then apply an effective pest control strategy. This will generally include use of a knock down insecticide spray to kill 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.