Mosquito Control

What Are The Key Characteristics of Mosquitoes?
Mosquitoes have only one pair of wings, and long thin legs with a distinct proboscis attached to their heads. Their wings and bodies are covered with tiny scales. Full grown mosquitoes vary in size from 3mm to 30mm (depending upon the species). There are about 113 different species in Africa. Mosquitoes are found in a variety of habitats. However, adult mosquitoes rely on water sources to lay eggs, you will most likely find them in or near stagnant bodies of water. This includes floodwater, ditches, woodland pools, and bodies of water found in backyards, like pools, ponds and bird baths.

What factors attract mosquitoes to humans?
Mosquitoes have such an affinity for humans because they are attracted to human sweat. When we perspire, we release odours which attract mosquitoes. Bacteria which reside on human skin emit substances which mosquitoes can detect, e.g. lactic acid, uric acid and ammonia. Mosquito bites tend to be more frequent on exposed parts of the body such as the wrists and ankles. Female mosquitoes can also detect carbon dioxide from over 50 metres away, which we emit every time we breathe out.

What do mosquitoes feed on?
Mosquitoes feed on sweet nectar, fruits and other sugary substances. Female mosquitoes also feed on the blood of humans as they need nutrients to develop eggs. While males only exist for reproductive purposes, females have a proboscis, a long tube (their mouth), which is able to penetrate the human skin to suck blood and garner nutrients.

What Are The Symptoms Of A Mosquito Infestation?
The constant buzzing that you associate with mosquitoes is a sign you may have a problem. You can also detect a mosquito problem by its distinctive buzzing sound. Also, mosquitoes love the shade. If you live in gloomy or shaded areas, it is important to inspect these places for signs of an infestation. If you live near a forest, be careful not to bring them back home. Imagine that your property or house is infected by mosquitoes. If that happens, you will likely start to see them at night and occasionally, even during the day.

Where is a place that I can find around my house where mosquitoes might lay their eggs?
Female mosquitoes lay their eggs on or near water. They like any place water collects, from puddles, birdbaths and old tires in your yard to swamps and ponds. You can help keep mosquitoes from laying eggs at your house by ensuring your gutters are clean and removing water if it starts to collect anywhere.

Why Are Mosquitoes Attracted To Some People And Not Others?
Mosquitoes have always seemed to be more attracted to some people than others. Researchers have discovered that O blood types are twice as likely to be attacked than A blood types. People with Type B are of average likelihood to be bitten. Scientists have also discovered that approximately 85% of people secrete a chemical signal that indicates which blood type they have, while 15% do not – and mosquitoes are more attracted to secretors, regardless of blood type. Therefore, genes play a big part in whether you’ll be attacked at the BBQ!

What Are The Benefits Of A Mosquito Control Service For Me?
Malaria is one of the most dangerous diseases that mosquitoes can carry. It can be fatal to have a mosquito infestation in your home and family. Our main goal is to protect homes and families from mosquitoes. Carpet Addicts employs a systematic, thorough approach to getting rid of mosquitoes from your property. Our specialists carefully examine the area and surrounding areas to identify the affected regions. Next, a strategy is created and implemented using biological, chemical, and non-chemical control techniques. Finally, a customized program is developed with the customer to address specific mosquito problems.