Mosquito bites are potentially the most common insect bites that humans experience, as those itchy red welts are frequent souvenirs from a summer night spent outdoors. The physical reaction that follows a mosquito’s feeding is the human body’s natural response to some of the antibodies in mosquito saliva. A reaction might take a day to develop and can last up to a week. People who always seem to have the largest and itchiest mosquito bites are likely allergic to the mosquito’s saliva, which makes going outdoors frustrating if there is a large mosquito population in the backyard. While many mosquito bites are harmless, mosquitoes can be known to carry a variety of diseases such as West Nile virus, yellow fever, Malaria, and Zika virus. These diseases spread when a mosquito sucks the blood of a mammal infected with the illness and then feeds from an uninfected mammal. These diseases infect millions of people every year, so it is crucial to seek medical attention immediately if you notice any strange symptoms accompanying a mosquito bite. 

It is essential to protect your family from these bloodthirsty insects, and the most efficient way to do that is by receiving mosquito control services. Insect repellent and citronella candles can cut down the number of mosquitoes directly around a person, but these products are no match for a full infestation. That is why our diligent technicians use our mosquito treatments in all of the areas that the pests typically reside, such as in standing water and in thick brush. Contact us today to hear more about our thorough mosquito services and to learn how you can live mosquito bite-free!