Whitehaven Mosquito Control

Several species of mosquito can be found in the United Kingdom. While they are not very widespread, they do cause infestations in homes and gardens and these can be very 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 home probably isn’t a indication of a serious problem, a number of mosquitoes in the same area can be considered a signal of an infestation and this should be controlled as they can breed swiftly.

Mosquitoes in the United Kingdom do not spread diseases, nonetheless they can bite and in huge numbers this can be very painful. These pest insects can cause painful, itchy bites in humans and pets, in particular if the mosquitoes are left to travel around your home at night.

The key to effective mosquito control is accurate identification of the species. While some mosquitoes can be mistaken for other bugs such as gnats or crane flies, mosquitoes make a unique high pitched whining noise when they fly. Expert pest control companies can identify the insect and then employ an effective pest control strategy. This will normally consist of use of a knock down insecticide spray to eliminate adult mosquitoes, followed 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.