Poole Mosquito Control

Some species of mosquito can be found in the United Kingdom. While they aren’t very common, they can cause infestations in homes and gardens and these can be quite 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 before she lays eggs. While an individual mosquito in the house probably isn’t a sign of a serious problem, a number of mosquitoes in the same area can be considered a signal of an infestation which should be managed as they can breed quickly.

Mosquitoes in the United Kingdom do not spread diseases, however they can bite and in large numbers this is very painful. These pest insects can cause painful, itchy bites in humans and domestic 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. While 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 a highly effective pest control strategy. This will typically 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.