The only requirement mosquitoes have for a place to lay their eggs is that it needs to have some amount of fresh water. You see, mosquitoes spend the first three of their four life stages in the water, so moisture is an essential when the adult mosquitoes are searching for a safe place to put their eggs. The source of water can be as large as a lake or as small as a patch of overwatered soil. 

In Ferguson yards and outdoor properties, mosquitoes can be quite resourceful with their egg-laying sites. It is common for the mosquito population to spike after a summer rainstorm because everything is soaked but the general temperature is still warm. The most common areas and items that mosquitoes use for egg-laying sites include:

• Filled buckets
• Full plant drainage trays
• Full birdbaths
• Drenched tarps
• Soaked children’s toys and playground equipment 
• Idle pet water dishes
• Clogged and water-filled gutters
• Overwatered gardens, plants, and flowers

The easiest way to prevent mosquitoes from taking over your yard is to remove all excess standing water, especially after it rains. Shake off any tarps, dump out filled containers, and change your pet’s water bowl often. In addition to that, receiving regularly-scheduled mosquito control services from Pointe is the surefire way to keep the mosquitoes out of your yard. We use our non-toxic, effective products to stop all kinds of mosquito infestations and prevent the pests from returning in the future. Contact us today to learn more about our efficient Ferguson mosquito control services!