Mosquitoes breed in still water, so calls across North Brisbane usually rise after rain, once pot plant saucers, blocked gutters, unused pools and low spots in the yard start holding water for a few days at a stretch. A single container of standing water is enough to keep a mosquito population going right through summer.
A mosquito visit looks at the whole yard rather than just spraying around the outdoor entertaining area, since the goal is to cut down the number of places mosquitoes can breed as well as knock down the adults already around. The crew checks garden beds, gutters, drains and any containers or garden features holding water.
Homes in North Brisbane near parks, wetlands or the bay tend to see more mosquito activity, particularly through the warmer, wetter months. Yards backing onto reserve land or with dense shrubbery close to outdoor seating are also common trouble spots. Covering water tanks and rainwater collection points with mesh is another simple step that keeps mosquitoes from breeding in water being stored for the garden. Even a well kept yard with good drainage can still hold water in small spots after heavy rain, so it is worth checking pot plant saucers and gutters even if the rest of the property looks dry.
- Gutters, downpipes and pot plant saucers
- Garden beds, mulch and dense shrubbery
- Unused pools, ponds and water features
- Outdoor entertaining areas and undercover spaces
- Low lying areas of the yard that hold water
If mosquitoes are making it hard to use the backyard in the evening, it is worth getting the yard checked and treated. Call 07 3543 7766, describe the property, and we will book a local crew with pricing confirmed before the visit.
