Protect Your Home from Mosquitoes & Ticks Year-Round
Mosquitoes and ticks pose significant dangers to families, as they are known carriers of serious diseases. Mosquitoes can transmit illnesses like the West Nile virus and Zika, while ticks can carry Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever. As the warmer months arrive, the presence of these pests typically increases. Alta Pest Control, a highly rated mosquito and tick control company, is committed to helping you protect your family from mosquito- and tick-borne diseases.
Our Approach to Mosquito & Tick Control
Alta Pest Control uses an integrated solution to effectively reduce mosquito and tick populations around your home. We fog your yard up to 30 feet, targeting adult mosquitoes and ticks while disrupting the mosquito larvae life cycle to prevent future infestations. Our system delivers comprehensive protection for your family and pets, creating a more enjoyable outdoor environment.
Common Types of Mosquitoes & Ticks
Mosquitoes: Blood-feeding female mosquitoes rely on human or animal blood to lay their eggs. In addition to the itchiness of mosquito bites, these pests are responsible for spreading diseases that can have serious health consequences.
- House Mosquitoes: Often found around homes, they breed in standing water near foundations, gutters, and containers.
- Asian Tiger Mosquitoes: Known for their quick breeding, these invasive pests have black-and-white stripes and thrive in urban areas.
- Marsh & Southern Mosquitoes: Common in wetland areas, they can also be found near homes if there are areas of standing water.
Ticks: Ticks latch onto humans and animals to feed, and in doing so, can spread diseases. They are commonly found in wooded or grassy areas and can attach themselves to pets or people who venture into these environments.
- Blacklegged Ticks (deer ticks): Known for spreading Lyme disease.
- American Dog Ticks: Often found in grassy areas and known to carry Rocky Mountain spotted fever.
- Lone Star Ticks: Found primarily in wooded areas, they can spread various diseases.
Why Mosquitoes & Ticks Are Attracted to Your Yard
Mosquitoes and ticks are drawn to environments that offer food and breeding grounds:
- Standing Water: Mosquitoes need water to reproduce, so stagnant water sources are their primary attractant.
- Vegetation: Ticks thrive in shaded, grassy, or wooded areas. Taller grasses and dense shrubbery around your yard can attract them.
- Other Factors: Dark clothing, scented lotions, perfumes, and even certain plants can attract mosquitoes. Ticks are often carried into yards by rodents or wildlife.
Signs of Mosquito & Tick Infestations
You may notice an increase in bites, visible mosquito larvae in standing water, or ticks attaching to people and pets after spending time outdoors. If you see these signs, it’s crucial to act quickly, as both mosquitoes and ticks reproduce rapidly, making infestations harder to control over time.
How Can Alta Pest Control Help You With Mosquito Infestations?
Alta Pest Control employs the most effective products to eliminate mosquitoes and ticks and prevent them from returning. Our trained professionals apply treatments around the yard, targeting adult pests and their breeding grounds, ensuring your family can enjoy your outdoor spaces with greater peace of mind.
