Is It Worth Spraying Your Yard For Mosquitoes?

There are several factors that should be considered when dealing with any and all pest problems, including mosquitoes. Any pesticide application should be done carefully and in rhythm with nature and the unique environment present in your yard. Children, pets, wildlife and other naturally occurring conditions should all play a role in a well thought-out, professional quality mosquito control program.

When it comes to spraying your yard for mosquitoes, a professional Pest Control Technician should inspect the property thoroughly before making any application. Some environmental factors may need to be dealt with by the property owner. Those include, but are not limited to:

• The removal of standing/stagnant water. As water sits and becomes stagnant, it creates the perfect breeding ground for most species of mosquitos. If this situation is not addressed, spraying yard for mosquitoes will not be nearly as effective as possible as that application will not deal directly with the root of the problem. Almost every pest problem will be impossible to control completely if you can't get rid of the nesting or breeding location.
• Clogged rain gutters can also provide a suitable place for mosquitoes to harbor and even breed. Again, spraying the yard for mosquitoes will not have an impact on this environmental factor. Clogged gutters may lead to structural problems as well, so it just makes good sense to clear them.
• Pools and spas that are not being taken care of properly. This is a common problem and a great breeding ground for mosquitoes.
• Mosquitoes do not respect human boundaries. If these sort of environmental factors exist in your neighborhood, you'll likely get to share in the problem. And spraying yard for mosquitoes will not have a major impact on the population. Get together with you neighbors and try to mitigate these situations as a team.

All of that said, if mosquitoes are becoming a nuisance, and you find a reputable mosquito exterminator, it may be well worth it to spray your yard for mosquitoes. Some species can carry and transmit diseases. And large populations can make it impossible to enjoy outside areas such as your yard or even nearby parks and right of ways.

A well trained, conscientious Mosquito Control Technician can advise you about any of these and other potential environmental problems and prescribe a mosquito control program that is both safe and effective for your unique situation. Mosquito control Mobile AL doesn't need to be confusing or daunting. You just need someone who will give you honest information.