Many homeowners think they will find relief from mosquitoes when the summer ends. Contrary to popular belief, these pesky bugs don’t just go away when the weather gets cold. Year-round mosquito control is needed to prevent them from nesting and breeding. Below is a helpful guide to help protect your property from these pests. 

Where Mosquitoes Go in the Fall

Mosquitoes don’t require warm climates to survive. Many species thrive in cool weather and only become less active when temperatures consistently stay below 50 degrees.

Only a frost of 28 degrees kills eggs and active bugs. However, many insects hunker down in burrows throughout the winter to evade the weather, returning in full force come spring.

How to Prevent Mosquitoes From Emerging

Mosquitoes nest in standing water even when the weather is cooler, so empty birdbaths and water trays for potted plants around your property. Remove dead leaves from your lawn and gutters to prevent pooling that could serve as shelter during the winter. Eliminating these hiding spots prevents females from laying eggs and emerging on warmer days.

You can also add basil, citronella, and lemon-scented plants to your outdoor spaces, as these repel mosquitoes.

It’s smart to establish a property treatment plan with mosquito control professionals. They’ll spray your lawn to prevent breeding and keep eggs from hatching. It’s best to have professionals spray every 21 days once the summer returns to help mitigate the problem. If you get insect bites throughout the fall and winter, contact professionals for service.

If you’re interested in mosquito control in Wellfleet, MA, contact Cape Cod Mosquito Squad. They offer comprehensive treatment services using all-natural products made from essential oils. For your family’s safety, their treatments are registered with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and applied by highly trained technicians according to label guidelines. Learn more about their work on their website, connect on Facebook for more pest control tips, or call (508) 918-9700 to schedule an inspection.