Mosquitoes are a big part of summer in Milton, particularly in homes close to the river and those with lush gardens. After rain, they breed in any still water they can find, from blocked gutters and pot plant saucers to drains, water bowls and old tyres. During the day they rest in cool, shady places such as dense shrubs, under decks and along fences, then come out in the evening.
The crew walks the property to find breeding water and resting spots. They spray the undersides of leaves, hedges, fences, walls, eaves and the shady areas under decks and verandahs where mosquitoes shelter. Water that cannot be tipped out, such as drains, water features and pits, is treated with a product that stops larvae from growing into adults. On apartment balconies, they treat planter boxes, the underside of outdoor furniture and shady corners.
- A walk around the yard to find breeding water
- Spray on hedges, shrubs, fences and shady walls
- Treatment under decks, verandahs and eaves
- Larval treatment for drains and water features
- Tips on gutters, saucers and containers that hold water
Between visits, tip out standing water once a week, clean gutters, keep grass short and trim thick groundcover near the house. Check fly screens and door seals for gaps. A treatment before the wet season starts helps keep numbers down through the hottest months, and a second treatment in mid summer is often worth booking for homes near the river.
Crews cover Milton and the nearby suburbs most weeks. Call 07 3543 7770 to book mosquito control and get your upfront price.
