The New Year is a fresh start but for many Florida homeowners, it can also bring unwanted guests: bigheaded ants, mosquitoes and other pests. These tiny invaders may seem harmless but they can quickly take over your home if left unchecked. At Dave’s Pest Control, we know how frustrating and persistent these pests can be.
In this guide, we’ll show you how to spot them, prevent infestations, and protect your home so you can start the year pest-free. Say goodbye to pests and hello to a clean, comfortable home!
Our Battle with Mosquitos
Unfortunately for us, mosquitoes are a nuisance all year round. It’s not easy to get rid of them, especially when you are in Florida. We would need a very cold, hard winter freeze to kill mosquitoes and their larvae. A hard freeze is defined as two hours below 28 degrees Fahrenheit, and this rarely happens in our part of Florida. Mosquitoes lay eggs in low lying areas, and they remain dormant until rainfall causes them to hatch. They grow into blood-sucking adults that seek out blood. While biting us and feeding on our blood, mosquitoes can transmit diseases.
Zika is a virus transmitted by mosquitoes. Although cases are rare, some people can develop high fever and paralysis. Pregnant women can give birth to children with extreme birth defects. In addition to Zika, other diseases can wreak havoc on our immune system. Dengue fever, Malaria, West Nile and Encephalitis are a few of them. All have similar symptoms: fever, headaches, and rashes. Fortunately, there are very few cases of Zika and other mosquito borne illnesses in Volusia and Flagler counties.
Dave’s Pest Control Uses Biological Methods to Stop Mosquitoes
Dave’s Pest Control uses biological methods to control mosquitoes. The products are non-toxic to humans and effectively attract and kill all mosquito larvae and adults. The effectiveness of the trap is not limited to the trap; it also extends to the surrounding areas.
The traps lure mosquitoes in as they are ready to lay their eggs. When the female mosquito deposits her eggs, she gets the mosquito killing powder on her body. When this female flies to another location to lay eggs, she contaminates the new breeding site with the powder from her body, which kills the new larvae at the new breeding site.
We have had great success using these mosquito traps in the swampy coastal towns of New Smyrna Beach, Daytona Beach, and Flagler Beach, and inland cities of Deltona and Orange city.
Dave’s pest control technicians can help you choose the right amount and type of mosquito buckets needed for your property. We will work with you on choosing the right location for each bucket to achieve the best results. Our team is dedicated to providing excellent customer service. We can safely eliminate pests and give you peace of mind, knowing that your home or business is protected from pests.
Maintain your Florida home – the healthier and happier way!
Dave’s Pest Control - Effective Mosquito Control Treatment
At Dave’s Pest Control, our experienced team treats your home like their own. We offer effective, family and pet-safe mosquito treatment plans designed for Florida homes. Call today for a free consultation and lasting relief from biting pests!
