You are not alone if you are tired of losing sleep and not enjoying your yard because of buzzing and biting mosquitoes. These unwanted invaders are common in Marietta and all across Georgia and are notoriously challenging to eliminate without the proper tools.
Fortunately, it is possible to get rid of them. In this helpful article, you'll learn about the different types of mosquitoes and their behaviors, find out what draws mosquitoes to you, discover mosquito-repelling plants that work, and understand what makes professional mosquito control so effective.
If you are dealing with an infestation and need to eliminate it fast, Tuxedo Mosquito Control provides top-of-the-line mosquito control in Marietta.
Understanding Mosquito Population: Species And Behaviors
Tiny and able to fly, female mosquitoes are adept at coming onto properties and reproducing swiftly. Our warm and humid weather in Marietta is perfect for them to thrive.
Around here, there are a few different species of mosquitoes to look out for:
- Aedes mosquitoes: Also known as tiger mosquitoes, they usually lay eggs in damp soil and stagnant water. You can recognize them by their dark abdomen and white bands on their hind legs. They are very challenging to eliminate.
- Anopheles mosquitoes: These females prefer clean, not stagnant, water. They thrive around ponds and rivers and are known to transmit malaria.
- Culex mosquitoes: These gray mosquitoes, with often iridescent scales, lay eggs in groups and are carriers of the West Nile virus.
All of those species are potentially dangerous and can inflict painful bites, and once they settle into your yard, it is only a matter of time before they move into your home. They are more likely to target you based on certain factors we will go over below.
Mosquito Attraction: Why Mosquitoes Like You
Mosquitoes can be attracted to you for many reasons, including the following:
- Your odor: Mosquitoes are sensitive to our scents, the carbon dioxide we exhale, and chemicals in our breath and sweat. You can draw them in more if your body temperature is above average, like after physical activity.
- Your blood type: There is some evidence that certain blood types, such as type O, may attract mosquitoes more than others.
- Your clothing color: Mosquitoes are better able to detect dark-colored clothing.
Mosquitoes are attracted to these factors or a combination of them, and you cannot do much about it.
Still, you can take preventive measures like wearing protective clothing, using mosquito repellents, eliminating standing water around your property, and favoring plants that repel mosquitoes.
The Top Mosquito-Repelling Plants: Which Ones Work
Several plants have potential mosquito-repelling properties, but their effectiveness may vary. Here are some of the best plants to keep mosquitoes away. The well-known citronella, which has a strong citrus scent that masks the attractant odors that attract mosquitoes, is often used to fight off these biting insects. Lemon balm has a lemony fragrance that mosquitoes dislike and is easy to grow.
Lavender has a pleasant aroma that people often love, and you can use its essential oil as a shortcut. Marigolds can both repel mosquitoes and add beauty to your yard with their vibrant colors. And some studies show that catnip could be as effective as some store-bought repellents.
Still, plants and other home remedies to keep mosquitoes away often are no match for an entire infestation. Read on for the best way to get rid of these nuisances year-round.
Mosquitoes In Marietta Really Don't Like Tuxedo Mosquito Control
There are many reasons mosquitoes in Marietta don't like Tuxedo Mosquito Control. The fact is, our treatments are safe for commercial and residential properties but highly effective against mosquitoes that won't stand a chance once we implement our strategies.
If you tire of resting, breeding, and feeding mosquitoes around your property, it is time to work with the pros to rid your yard of mosquitoes. Eliminating these biting insects on your own is challenging and often impossible because they reproduce quickly and efficiently.
But when you start using our revolutionary MistAway Gen III+ misting solution for long-term treatment or occasional mosquito spraying for special events or short-term treatments, you will again enjoy a safe and mosquito-free property.
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