Winsford Mosquito Control

A few species of mosquito are present in the United Kingdom. While they are not particularly prevalent, they could 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 UK can bite humans. The female mosquito will bite prior to laying eggs. While an individual mosquito in the house likely isn’t a signal of a serious problem, a number of mosquitoes in the same area can be a signal of an infestation and this should be managed as they can breed quickly.

Mosquitoes in the UK do not spread diseases, nonetheless they can bite and in large numbers this is very painful. These pest insects can cause painful, itchy bites in humans and household pets, in particular if the mosquitoes are left to travel around the property at night.

The key to successful mosquito control is accurate identification of the species. Although some mosquitoes can be mistaken for other bugs such as gnats or crane flies, mosquitoes make a distinctive high pitched whining noise when they fly. Qualified pest control companies can identify the insect and then apply an effective pest control strategy. This will normally include 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.