High humidity levels are ideal for breeding mosquito populations. These insects, which keep NJ pest control services busy in summer, thrive in humid environments. This puts you and your family at risk of being bitten, which can also increase your risk of West Nile virus and other serious kinds of illnesses.
Swarming Mosquitoes
Mosquitoes have swarmed in some areas that have exceptionally high levels of humidity. In fact, these bugs have been found in large groups in parts of Virginia, where they’ve been making it hard for residents to spend time outdoors and enjoy the warm weather. Some of them have even gone after residents as they get out of their cars and head inside.
Mosquito Prevention
There’s not much you can do to control humidity levels outdoors, but you can take steps to lower your risk of having large mosquito populations around. One of the best ways to do so is by making sure you don’t have standing water on your property, such as in bird baths and puddles. This gives these bugs a place to lay their eggs, resulting in much larger mosquito populations. You should also use bug spray to avoid being bitten.
If you have a mosquito problem on your property, please don’t hesitate to contact Allison Pest Control. Our NJ pest control services can get rid of these biting bugs from your yard, so you can enjoy your summer.