While the end of summer can be a sad sign of the end of vacation and warm weather, there is at least one silver lining — no more mosquitoes! As autumn rolls in, these blood-sucking pests usually become less of a problem. But, where do they go? While they certainly become less prevalent, pest control professionals know that mosquitoes don’t completely die out over summer, nor do they migrate.

What Mosquitoes Do Over Winter & How to Prevent Future Infestations

Temporary Suspension

Mosquitoes do not simply die when temperatures lower. Rather, their metabolisms and general life cycles slow down. Specifically, when the average temperature goes below 50°F, all newly laid eggs enter a state called diapause — similar to hibernation in other animals — during which their development suspends. Usually laid in standing water, these eggs will not hatch until temperatures rise past 50°F again — in other words, during the first few weeks of spring.

How Pest Control Handles Infestations

If mosquitoes tend to plague your property, you can help prevent infestation by drying out areas full of standing water where they tend to lay their eggs. To keep them from hatching, empty or remove all containers on your property that can contain water — such as flower pots. You should also keep your gutters clear, control areas in your lawn or garden that are prone to flooding, and ensure that nothing else on your property can hold significant amounts of standing water.

If your insect problem seems beyond your control, you don’t have to deal with it alone. For pest control help near Spencerport, NY, get in touch with TAAP Pest Elimination, Monroe County’s premier exterminators and wildlife control experts. With over 25 years of business experience, the family-owned company will get your problem under control in a safe and cost-effective manner. Just call (585) 723-6542 to request a quote, or go online for more information about their pest control services.