{"id":1218,"date":"2018-04-20T14:25:27","date_gmt":"2018-04-20T14:25:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawndoctor.com\/danbury-ct\/?p=1218"},"modified":"2018-04-20T14:25:27","modified_gmt":"2018-04-20T14:25:27","slug":"mosquito-control-danbury-things-you-may-not-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawndoctor.com\/danbury-ct\/mosquito-control-danbury-things-you-may-not-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Mosquito Control in Danbury: Things You May Not Know About Mosquitoes"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-97 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawndoctor.com\/danbury-ct\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/86\/2016\/01\/mosquitoonhandiStock_000005006157_Large-300x201.jpg\" alt=\"mosquito treated by mosquito control in Danbury\" width=\"300\" height=\"201\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawndoctor.com\/danbury-ct\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/86\/2016\/01\/mosquitoonhandiStock_000005006157_Large-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawndoctor.com\/danbury-ct\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/86\/2016\/01\/mosquitoonhandiStock_000005006157_Large-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lawndoctor.com\/danbury-ct\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/86\/2016\/01\/mosquitoonhandiStock_000005006157_Large-1024x685.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>As mosquito control experts serving the Danbury, CT area, Lawn Doctor of Ridgefield-New Milford knows there are certain\u00a0variables\u00a0that attract mosquitoes. For instance, pests\u00a0detect humans \u2013 and their next meal \u2013 through the carbon dioxide in the air we breathe out. Those who have a high metabolism, or are overweight or\u00a0pregnant tend to release more.<\/p>\n<p>Mosquitoes are also more attracted to those with Type O blood, as well as with certain skin secretions. In addition, the more active you are outdoors, the better your chance of being noticed and targeted by mosquitoes. Drinking beer, which can increase your body&#8217;s temperature, can also entice mosquitoes to attack.<\/p>\n<p>While many factors lead to mosquito bites, there is one important step Danbury-area homeowners\u00a0can take to control them and drastically reduce their numbers:\u00a0Remove areas with standing water. Mosquitoes need water to breed and complete their life cycle. By eliminating spots in your yard that collect water, you can stop new generations of insects from emerging and attacking.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some tips to help you effectively tackle the job:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Clear out gutters. <\/strong>If yours are full of leaves, branches, and debris, they won&#8217;t drain properly, producing standing puddles of water that are attractive to mosquitoes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Drill a hole in outdoor garbage cans. <\/strong>If you have cans or bins that you keep outside, these can easily collect water, too. To avoid this, drill\u00a0a few small holes in the bottoms so water can drain out.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tighten loose tarps.<\/strong> Whether it&#8217;s your swimming pool cover,\u00a0a tarp over a piece of equipment, or a pile of fire wood, keep them tight. If they&#8217;re loose, they&#8217;ll collect water, creating\u00a0breeding spots for mosquitoes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Install fountains\u00a0in ponds or water features.<\/strong> If you have a water feature in your yard, consider installing a fountain to keep water moving, preventing mosquitoes from breeding in it.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Get rid of anything that holds water.<\/strong> If you have bird baths, kids&#8217; pools, flower pots\u00a0and vases, or upright wheelbarrows on your property, make sure you either empty them several times a week, or get rid of them altogether.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Ready for Professional Mosquito Control Help in the Danbury Area?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-qtag-num=\"Q50774429\">If you&#8217;re one of those who is constantly under attack all summer from mosquitoes, call in professional help. As leading mosquito control specialists in the Danbury area, Lawn Doctor of Ridgefield-New Milford has the proven programs to protect your lawn, so you can have a more enjoyable outdoor season. From one-time big event sprays to season-long plans, we&#8217;ve got you and your family well-covered.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As mosquito control experts serving the Danbury, CT area, Lawn Doctor of Ridgefield-New Milford knows there are certain\u00a0variables\u00a0that attract mosquitoes. For instance, pests\u00a0detect humans \u2013 and their next meal \u2013 through the carbon dioxide in the air we breathe out. Those who have a high metabolism, or are overweight or\u00a0pregnant tend to release more. 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