Woking Mosquito Control

Several species of mosquito are present in the United Kingdom. While they are not very common, they could 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 significant problem, lots of mosquitoes in the same area can be considered a indication 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 is very painful. These pest insects can cause painful, itchy bites in humans and household pets, particularly if the mosquitoes are left to travel around the property at night.

The key to effective mosquito control is correct identification of the species. While some mosquitoes can be mistaken for other insects such as gnats or crane flies, mosquitoes make a unique high pitched whining noise when they fly. Specialist pest control companies can identify the insect and then employ a highly effective pest control strategy. This will commonly involve 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 removing the places that mosquitoes can lay eggs.