Mosquitoes

Mosquitoes are biting disease-spreading pests, so there is no denying that they are dangerous. When female mosquitoes bite to consume a blood meal, they will create skin irritation and causes a raised, itchy welt. Their bites are unpleasant and may become infected. But, the more significant concern with mosquitoes is the diseases they spread.

While not every mosquito carries a disease, they do bite and feed on many different hosts, making them vectors of disease. West Nile virus, eastern equine encephalitis (EEE), St Louis encephalitis (SLE), and chikungunya are examples of diseases spread by mosquitoes.

Dusk and dawn are when most species of mosquitoes are the most active. During the heat of the day, mosquitoes like to rest in dense vegetation. Mosquitoes are often spotted swarming around breeding sites; while mosquitoes can fly some distances to search for food, most stay close to where they hatch. The more standing water (breeding sites) you have on your property, the more problems with mosquitoes you will have. Females mosquitoes (depending on the species) will lay their eggs in either man-made or natural containers.

Things commonly used by mosquitoes as breeding sites include:

• Buckets or potted plants
• Trashcans and tires
• Low lying areas or ditches
• Clogged gutters
• Tree stumps or tree hollows
• Ponds or other slow-moving bodies of water

Mosquitoes don’t pay attention to boundaries and can become a problem in any outdoor space. At Owyhee Environmental, we can help you control mosquitoes so you can enjoy your backyard whenever you want. Whether you are looking for recurring mosquito control services or a one-time treatment before a special event like a wedding or party, we have you covered!

Using the best products on the market and a low-impact approach, we provide solutions you can trust. If you are ready to take back your Boise or Meridian area yard from mosquitoes, call Owyhee Environmental today!

At Owyhee Environmental we’ve put together a list of prevention tips that will make your property less attractive to these mosquitoes:

• Don’t allow water to build up around your home. Make sure gutters are working correctly, don’t overwater gardens, and make sure your yard has good drainage.
• Store containers that collect water upside down when not in use.
• Keep the grass cut short, and don’t allow landscaping plants to overgrow.
• Ensure that screens in windows and doors are intact so that mosquitoes cannot move into your home.
• Avoid being bitten by mosquitoes by staying inside at dusk and dawn and wearing mosquito repellent when spending time in areas with a lot of mosquito activity.
• Use outdoor fans to keep mosquitoes away from outdoor seating areas.