Frome Mosquito Control

Some species of mosquito can be found in the UK. While they aren’t especially widespread, they do cause infestations in homes and gardens and these are often 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 house likely isn’t a sign of a serious problem, lots of mosquitoes in the same area can be a signal of an infestation and this 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 can be very painful. These pest insects can cause painful, itchy bites in humans and pets, especially if the mosquitoes are left to travel around the home at night.

The key to effective mosquito control is accurate identification of the species. Although some mosquitoes can be recognised incorrectly as other pests such as gnats or crane flies, mosquitoes make a distinctive high pitched whining noise when they fly. Professional pest control companies can identify the insect and then implement a highly effective pest control strategy. This will often involve 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 eliminating the places that mosquitoes can lay eggs.