Maintaining the results of pest control treatments can feel like an impossible task. Mosquitoes can creep into the home from anywhere, and in certain circumstances, even expert treatments can only provide limited protection. That’s a bigger deal than you might think! Check out Lifestyle Outdoor’s breakdown of why you should be treating for mosquitoes in Kansas City.
The Dangers Posed by Mosquitoes in Kansas City
There are over 3,000 species of mosquitoes in almost every country around the world, with roughly 200 species in the U.S. alone. Unfortunately, these flying pests can a variety of diseases. This danger to humans occurs when mosquitoes ingest the disease, carry it in their bloodstream and then transfer it to the next person they bite.
Diseases They Spread in the US:
- West Nile virus
- Dengue
- Yellow fever
- Zika virus
- and more.
Mosquito 101
It’s a common misconception that mosquitoes suck blood for food. Mosquitoes ingest blood to nourish their bodies so they can lay and hatch healthy eggs. Mosquitoes can lay 100 eggs at a time, so populations of this pest can get out of control quickly. When eliminating mosquitoes, it’s key to use multiple methods to kill mosquitoes at every stage of the life cycle.
It’s also important to note that repelling and killing mosquitoes aren’t the same thing. Repelling mosquitoes will keep them away from you by making you less attractive to them. They’re attracted to the carbon dioxide from our breath and elements of our sweat. Mosquitoes are also attracted to standing water, laying eggs in areas such as birdbaths, damp potting soil, standing water in kitchens, puddles, and more.
Killing mosquitoes may seem tempting, but it’s not always in our—or the environment’s—best interest. That’s because mosquitoes can become resistant to pesticides, making them harder to kill over time. Try natural methods first if your infestation is minor, or turn to the pros if you’re dealing with serious mosquito problems.
Lifestyle Outdoor Provides Concierge-Quality HOA Treatments for Mosquitoes
Lifestyle Outdoor offers complete landscaping maintenance services & pest control services for your property year-round. We have decades of experience serving HOAs and private properties and a track record of complete client satisfaction. If you need support tackling mosquitoes in Kansas City, turn to the best HOA landscaping and lawn care company around.
Lifestyle Outdoor provides all Johnson County HOAs with unbeatable service through our HOA-focused landscaping and lawn care solutions. Our years of experience, commitment to building relationships, and dependable quality are why we’re the number one partner in all things HOA property maintenance.
If you’re interested in learning more about annual care for your lawn in Kansas City, check out resources like Johnson County’s Lawn Care Seasonal Guide and our Early Spring Checklist.
Reach out to learn more about the early spring lawn care services we provide or get a quote with our online quote tool. Discover the difference that THE white-glove service with a green thumb can make for your property today!