Mosquito Control in Waco, TX

Start with water

Tip out water from buckets, toys, plant saucers and tarps every few days. Clean gutters, change birdbath water weekly and fill low spots that hold puddles.

Yard treatments

Companies treat the shady shrubs and undersides of leaves where adult mosquitoes rest, often every few weeks during the warm season.

Larvicides

Water that can't be drained, like ornamental ponds, can be treated with products that stop larvae developing. Ask about pet and wildlife safety.

Timing

Mosquitoes are most active around dawn and dusk. Plan outdoor time accordingly and use a repellent on skin as directed.

Screens

Repair torn window and door screens and keep doors closed in the evening.

After heavy rain

Mosquito numbers often climb a week or two after rain. Walk the yard and empty anything holding water.

Around the house

Clear clogged gutters, fix leaking outdoor faucets and drill drainage holes in tire swings. Small amounts of water, even in a bottle cap, are enough for mosquitoes to breed.

Pets

Ask your vet about heartworm prevention, since mosquitoes carry heartworm to dogs and cats.

Natural predators

Fish in ornamental ponds and dragonflies eat mosquito larvae and adults. Keeping a pond healthy helps.

Events

Planning a backyard party? A treatment a day or two before can help.

Frequently asked questions

How often are yard treatments done?

Many programs run every three to four weeks through the warm months. Your company will suggest a schedule.

Will treatment harm bees?

Ask the company how they avoid treating flowering plants and protect pollinators.

Other pest control services

• General Pest Control
• Termite Inspection & Treatment
• Ant & Fire Ant Control
• Roach Control
• Rodent Control
• Bed Bug Treatment
• Spider & Scorpion Control