Scarborough Mosquito Control

A few species of mosquito can be found in the United Kingdom. While they aren’t particularly 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 before she lays eggs. While an individual mosquito in the home likely is not a indication of a significant problem, a number of mosquitoes in the same area can be a sign of an infestation and this should be managed as they can breed rapidly.

Mosquitoes in the UK 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 pets, especially if the mosquitoes are left to travel around the property at night.

The key to successful mosquito control is precise identification of the species. While some mosquitoes can be recognised incorrectly as other insects 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 an effective pest control strategy. This will generally include 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.