Mosquitos
Why do I have mosquitoes?
standing water
Stagnant standing water is the MAIN reason you have mosquitoes in your home.
Unfortunately this leaves a lot out of your control, due to location, neighbors and nearby natural habitats.
Try this: Take a look outside your yard and in your home for any stagnant water and remove it. These include trees, gutters, drains/sinks, pet bowls, refrigerators, A/C and yard items hiding water.
Shady and Humid Areas
While standing water is the highest impacting reason to have mosquitoes, humid or shady areas provide them an ideal environment to rest.
Mosquitoes are also weak fliers, so areas with wind protection create a haven for them where they take shelter.
Try This: If you see that mosquitoes are taking refuge in a specific area trying to remove water and wind protection in that area could help to give you some relief.
carbon dioxide/animals
Mosquitoes are highly attracted to carbon dioxide (CO₂) released by humans and animals. Even outdoor gatherings can increase local mosquito activity.
Pets and livestock produce the same attractants as humans: carbon dioxide, heat, and scent. If you have pets that spend time outside, or if you live near farms or wildlife areas, you may notice more mosquitoes.
Try this: If you notice especially high activity tidy up the outside and inside, remove pets, and remove blockage.
An electric Insect zapper running for a while would also provide relief before you go back outside.
Can I Do It Myself?
DIY mosquito control can be challenging because effective mosquito management requires consistent, comprehensive measures that are hard to maintain without professional expertise.
Mosquitoes can breed in hidden or hard-to-access areas, such as clogged gutters, dense foliage, or underground drains, which makes identifying and eliminating every potential breeding site nearly impossible for a homeowner.
Additionally, over-the-counter sprays and traps often provide only temporary relief and may not target the specific mosquito species in your area.
Professionals use specialized equipment, targeted treatments, and a deep understanding of mosquito behavior to create a long-term solution that typical DIY methods simply can't achieve.
P.S. At RAYMAX Pest Control we have the most effective methods to handle mosquitos currently available. With a highly effective 2-part solution, you'll have fast relief to enjoy the outside.
When to call a professional?
If you've spent more than $100, you've already spent too much!
Depending on the type of service or if you can strike a killer deal. Some services in 2024 possibly might be as low as $185 but usually range from $250-$350+.
Large or Recurring Infestations: Often times this means that pests have long since found a way to not only enter your home but thrive in your home unseen until something brings them out.
Mosquito Prevention: If you want to get ahead of Mosquitos invading your home a recurring membership is highly recommended protecting you year-round.
When you need a customized solution:
Due to various factors such as food sources, entry points, plumbing issues. etc. A Professional can let you know why, when and how they enter the home, solving all those problems in one go.
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