Can wait
Can't sit outside without mosquito bites?
Heavy mosquito activity in your own yard usually means they're breeding close by, often in standing water you can't easily see.
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Most likely
Mosquitoes
Can waitUsually manageable, but call if it keeps coming back.
How to tell
- Bites at dusk and dawn.
- Worse near shady shrubs.
- Water in gutters, toys, plant saucers or tarps.
Do this now
- Tip out standing water every week.
- Change pet water bowls and outdoor water dishes often.
- Trim shrubs so they get more sun.
Avoid
- Don't rely on candles alone.
When to call a proCall if it doesn't ease after clearing standing water; a yard treatment plan can help through the season.
Call (855) 424-9709
Safety first
While you sort it out
- Keep kids and pets away from nests, droppings and bait.
- Don't spray a nest or set off foggers.
- Wear gloves to clean droppings; never sweep them dry.
- Sting with trouble breathing? Call 911 first.
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