Mosquito Control

Standing Water in the Mosquito Life Cycle There are multiple species of mosquitoes, all with one requirement in common. All of these species need standing water in order to go through their life cycle, which includes four stages (egg, larva, pupa, and adult). As such, if you make sure to eliminate any standing water in your surroundings, you can potentially … Read More

Late summer is prime time for mosquito infestation. With humidity and temperatures at an overall high, mosquitoes breed very easily and in the most inconspicuous places. Right in your backyard there may be dozens of breeding grounds for these pests that will contribute to the ongoing problem of mosquitoes. With the rise of concerns about the Zika and West Nile viruses, reducing the … Read More

Since the breakout of the Zika virus, everyone has been wondering how safe they are and what they can do to protect themselves. This is especially important for pregnant women, since Zika is known to cause birth defects. The Zika virus is carried and spread by the Aedes mosquito. While no cases have been reported as originating from the Aedes … Read More

There has been widespread concern and uncertainty about the spread and effects of the Zika Virus. Recently a mother gave birth to the first U.S.-born infant with the tragic birth defects related to the virus in Harris County, Texas, Zika. The woman was infected while traveling in Columbia, but experts are bracing themselves for a second wave of Zika-infected expectant mothers. Doctors have … Read More

It is not necessary to live with mosquitos and the potential danger that a bite can cause. It is best to call a professional. If you are seeing just a few though, there are some remedies that you can do to prevent a wide-scale infestation. Standing Water One of the major breeding grounds for mosquitos is standing water. Homeowners who … Read More

Utah officials remain stumped about how a Salt Lake City man contracted the Zika virus. Although the man was caring for his father, who died from Zika, he had not traveled to an infected area outside the U.S. How Zika Spreads Humans contract the virus via the bite or sting of an carrier insect or animal, or by having unprotected … Read More

A pregnant woman in Utah County has been diagnosed with an infection of the Zika virus. She had recently moved to Utah from another part of the world affected by the Zika virus. The Zika virus primarily spreads by mosquitoes, and causes only a mild illness in most people. However, unlike other diseases of the flaviviridae family (like West Nile or dengue), the Zika virus … Read More

Keeping your yard free and clear of mosquitoes has never been more important. Viruses spread by these tiny insects, such as West Nile and Zika, cause serious health concerns. Although using repellents such as foggers and spray may help with some temporary relief, you need to get to the root of the problem to completely rid yourself of the pesky … Read More

Most Houston residents are aware that the warm Texan climate affects the type and quantity of pests that present themselves, but many do not realize how significantly seasonal weather changes affect pest populations. 2016 has seen record flooding, especially in the Houston area. This excess moisture has resulted in changes in the pest population as well. In fact, Houston residents … Read More

Summer conditions often create ideal conditions for increased mosquito activity. Flooding rains create breeding grounds for mosquitoes, and then the hot summer temperatures provide the perfect hatching environments. Rain Water Mosquitos lay their eggs in water, so flooding rains are ideal. Those heavy rainstorms leave behind puddles and standing water which foster mosquito larva. Mosquitoes lay their eggs in water, … Read More