Understanding mosquito behavior is one of the most essential aspects of developing a treatment plan that works, as well as limiting your day-to-day interaction with mosquitoes when away from home. At Lawn Doctor of Mason-West Chester, we incorporate our knowledge of mosquitoes’ common attractions and breeding grounds into our mosquito control service plans to bring homeowners in the West Chester, Mason, Middletown and Hamilton, OH areas services that yield results.
Mosquito Control Tips: Things to Avoid
Too much interaction with mosquitoes could mean more than just arms and legs filled with itchy bites, it could lead to serious illness. Mosquitoes can carry a vast array of dangerous, and even deadly diseases. Here are a few simple things to avoid to limit your mosquito contact and decrease your chances of being bitten:
1. Dark Colors
Mosquitoes, because of their poor eyesight, are attracted to areas of high contrast. Wearing dark colors will help set you apart from the environment, and thus make you an easy target for any mosquitoes in your vicinity. Wearing neutrals or lighter colors when outdoors can help you blend into the background and reduce your risk of being bitten.
2. Dusk & Dawn
Dusk and dawn are the times when mosquitoes are most active, and outdoor activities that take place during these times can lead to increased risk of being a mosquito’s next meal. Plan your excursions around these hours to limit your mosquito interactions for a safer outing.
3. Leaf Litter & Sources of Standing Water
Leaf litter and sources of standing water are the preferred breeding grounds and hideouts of mosquitoes. Ponds, rain-filled trash can lids, damp underbrush – all of these conditions can hide swarms of mosquitoes and quickly ruin your next outdoor activity. Avoid these conditions and make sure your lawn is clear of them to cut down on your amount of run-ins with these harmful pests.
How Our Mosquito Control Services Help West Chester Homeowners
Mosquito infestations can make your lawn a hazard zone. With our effective single-application, seasonal and year-round mosquito control treatment options, we help West Chester-area homeowners reclaim their lawns from pesky mosquitoes for safer, more enjoyable lawns.
Call Lawn Doctor of Mason-West Chester today at (513) 896-5296 for more mosquito control tips and to schedule your free consultation. We offer a full range of mosquito control services to homeowners all over West Chester, Mason, Middletown, Hamilton and the surrounding communities.
