Manchester Mosquito Control

Several species of mosquito can be found in the UK. While they are not particularly widespread, they do cause infestations in homes and gardens and these can be quite 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 an individual mosquito in the house most likely is not a sign of a significant problem, lots of mosquitoes in the same area can be a sign of an infestation and this should be controlled as they can breed quickly.

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, especially if the mosquitoes are left to travel around the property at night.

The key to effective mosquito control is accurate identification of the species. While some mosquitoes can be recognised incorrectly as other bugs 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 employ a highly effective pest control strategy. This will generally consist of use of a knock down insecticide spray to get rid of 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.