Ever since school closed, playing in the back yard became a lot more important for a lot of kids. That\u2019s fantastic \u2013 watching the children enjoy themselves outdoors is part of what life is all about \u2013 but while we\u2019re busy protecting the little ones from COVID-19, we have to be aware that there are other health hazards close to home.<\/p>\n
One issue you do need to be aware of and have a strategy for is mosquitoes. The problem with mosquitoes isn\u2019t that they bite \u2013 it\u2019s that their bite can expose a person to many dangerous diseases, including West Nile Virus, EEE, malaria and more.<\/p>\n
Mosquito populations can be controlled. Getting the mosquitoes off of your property is a multi-step process performed by your Barnstable lawn care company. Mosquito control is actually rooted in a deep understanding of the mosquito as an animal, including knowing how these insects grow and develop, as well as what type of habitats attract them to your property.<\/p>\n
Mosquitoes breed in standing water. They don\u2019t need a lot of standing water \u2013 a few inches of rainwater in a bucket is more than enough. Many breeding sites are impossible to see if you don\u2019t know what you\u2019re looking for. The tech from your Barnstable lawn care company will find and eliminate these sites, and advise you on strategies to keep those sites from recurring.
\nAfter that, the next step is treatment to eliminate the remaining mosquito population from your property. This treatment is kid and pet safe, although of course everyone\u2019s going to want to be away from the action while it\u2019s happening.<\/p>\n
Mosquitoes don\u2019t respect borders any more than viruses do. Heavy rains can create new mosquito breeding grounds on your property in just a single storm. Ongoing mosquito control throughout the summer is the best way to ensure your family is not exposed to these dangerous insects.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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