Mosquito Pest Control
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Mosquito Pest Control
Mosquitoes can be a pesky problem for the majority of the year in most markets. Conditions like rain or use of sprinkler systems can attract mosquitoes when you’re looking to enjoy your backyard. Whether it’s grilling, gardening or just playing in the yard, outdoor activities can turn from fun to foul quickly when mosquitoes are involved.
The ABCs of Mosquito Control in Omaha and Lincoln, NE
PREP FOR EACH APPLICATION:
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Collect and cover all kids and pet toys from the areas to be treated: Entire yard, under decks, areas with foliage, under trees, etc.
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Fish Ponds: Precautionary – Turn off circulation pumps stretch a tarp over the pond and anchor the tarp with bricks, stone, or other heavy objects. May be removed when the application is complete. ASK ABOUT OUR ‘FISH SAFE’ MOSQUITO DUNKS’
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Pet dishes are emptied, overturned, and/or removed
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Consider mowing the day before the application.
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APPLICATION IS RAINFAST AND SAFE FOR PETS AS SOON AS IT IS DRY depending on the day.
MAINTENANCE:
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Tip over or throw away and receptacle that will hold rainwater or collect condensation or dew. Items as small as a pop bottle lid or an empty aluminum can are enough to support mosquito larvae.
Property Upkeep:
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clear brush and wood piles
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leafy debris piled up in unmaintained areas
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clean debris out of window wells
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fire bowls – empty regularly or drill a drain hole in the bottom if it holds water
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Minimize or limit all standing or stagnant water in rain barrels, ornamental ponds, bird baths, watering cans, children’s toys, etc.
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Anything that can fill up with rainwater should be tipped so it drains or turned over so it won’t collect water.
ORNAMENTAL & FISH PONDS: Ask us about Mosquito Dunks
ABC Termite & Pest Control Omaha & Lincoln, NE
ABC Termite & Pest Control is a locally owned and operated pest control company specializing in residential and commercial mosquito control in Omaha and Lincoln, NE. Spiders, ants, termites, mosquitoes, bed bugs, mice, and other rodents are just a few of the many pests we professionally exterminate in the Lincoln and Omaha area.
