When do Ticks and Mosquitoes Go Away?

Since the start of spring, you’ve probably had to deal with mosquitoes troubling your moments of relaxation and fun out in the yard. It’s a tough reality that mosquitoes return like clockwork to make our lives a little more annoying, so this begs the question: When do mosquitoes go away? The answer varies by region, but the short answer is that mosquitoes can’t tolerate temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit, meaning they usually don’t vanish until well into fall. Ticks, on the other hand, are hardier and will remain active until the first freeze.

Lookout Mountain Mosquito Control is Best from Professionals

Whether we like it or not, mosquitoes are here to stay, but some powerful mosquito control methods are ready to assist you in the fight against them. Professional mosquito control from Mosquito Squad, for example, is a proven effective method of dramatically reducing the pest issues on your property. For example, our traditional mosquito barrier treatments are exceptionally effective and will reduce the mosquito population on your property by 85-90% with a lifetime of three weeks per treatment. These treatments are even more important when you consider that diseases such as West Nile virus, Zika virus, and even Dengue fever are present in our region.

DIY Yard Tips for Removing Mosquito & Tick Habitat

While professional mosquito control is the best way to contend with these parasites, yard maintenance is a great way to enhance the efficacy of your treatments. Mosquitoes depend on elements such as unruly landscaping, leaf litter, and standing water to survive and breed. If you suspect any of these elements are on your property, make sure to remove these habitat options to ensure mosquitoes are as uncomfortable on your property as possible. Doing so will also help keep ticks away as they rely on similar habitats to remain sheltered and comfortable.

Why Lookout Mountain Tick Control is Essential

Ticks exist throughout much of the United States. We all know how annoying and disturbing these parasites are, but are you aware of the serious health issues these pests can cause? You may have heard about these diseases in the news, especially Lyme disease, which is causing a genuine health crisis as it is estimated that 475,000+ people in the U.S. contract this disease each year. In addition to the typical safety measures like tick-checks and wearing long clothing, professional tick control is your best bet to help you avoid contracting a potentially life-altering tick-borne disease.

Ticks can remain active until the first freeze and mosquitoes will remain active into the fall. Help fight them with Lookout Mountain pest control! For unrivaled pest control solutions, reach out to our team at Mosquito Squad of Chattanooga & NW Georgia at (423) 403-3513 to learn more about our services.