Mosquito Season Isn't Over: Protect Your Gwinnett Home This Fall

Fall has hit Gwinnett County, and most of us are looking forward to the cool temperatures and colorful leaves. But don't be fooled by the cool air. Mosquitoes continue to bite and can plague you well into the fall. From Mosquito Squad of Gwinnett to you, we can help you with the information and tools you need to secure your family this holiday season.

Do Mosquitoes Completely Die in the Winter?

It may come as a surprise, but mosquitoes don't die off in the winter. They are able to survive throughout the cold months. It's why they are so prevalent on every continent except Antarctica. They overwinter in two different ways: quiescence and diapause.

• Quiescence & Eggs: Quiescence is the act of female mosquitoes laying eggs during the early chill and before the adults go to sleep. They sleep when temperatures fall below 50°F. At some point in the next couple of weeks, they hatch their eggs, and the mosquito's new generation starts.
• Diapause: Some mosquitoes can enter diapause, which is when their metabolism slows, halting their growth, when the weather gets cold. For mosquitoes, diapause is not tied to any specific stage of a mosquito's lifecycle – the cold doesn't kill eggs, larvae, pupae, or adults.

Do Mosquitoes in Gwinnett Overwinter?

Yes, mosquitoes in Gwinnett do overwinter, thanks to our milder winters compared to colder regions. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suggests mosquitoes are able to go through many different life stages during winter and thus can be quite active when it gets warm.

Due to Gwinnett's milder winters, mosquitoes have a very short dormancy cycle, often not becoming inactive until early winter, and can become active as soon as temperatures rise above 50°F. With the warmer years the region has been seeing, mosquitoes have been more active for longer and longer. This means that you need to be proactive to keep ahead of their bites early into the spring all the way until early winter, at the very least.

Why You Need Mosquito Control This Fall

Since mosquitoes are capable of lingering in the fall and even surviving throughout the winter, you want to keep your mosquito treatments up. Not only are these creatures a problem — they can spread diseases such as West Nile Virus (WNV) and Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE).

At Mosquito Squad of Gwinnett, we provide full-service mosquito treatment to keep your family safe during the fall months. Our products control mosquitoes that are around your property so you can enjoy the outdoors without the nuisance of humming and biting.

Common Questions that People Also Ask

What Month Do Mosquitoes Go Away in Georgia? What Months Are Mosquitoes Gone?

Mosquitos will be less common in Georgia in late October as temperatures plummet. But with the changing weather, mosquitoes can be found all the way through November or even December, depending on how warm things remain. It is generally a non-issue between November and February (depending on the temperature).

Does Gwinnett Have a Mosquito Problem?

Yes, Atlanta and Gwinnett County, Georgia, have some of the most mosquito populations around because the weather here is warm, and the rains often come in heavy amounts, so it's a breeding environment.

How to Prevent Mosquito Infestations

Effective mosquito control starts with proactive measures. At Mosquito Squad of Gwinnett, we recommend the following steps, inspired by our 7 T's of Mosquito Control:

1. Tip: Drain stagnant water from containers like buckets, planters, and toys.
2. Toss: Remove unnecessary items like old tires or unused pots that collect water.
3. Turn: Turn over large objects that could hold water when not in use.
4. Tarps: Keep tarps tight over firewood piles or grills to prevent water pooling.
5. Take Care: Maintain your yard by trimming grass and pruning vegetation to reduce resting areas.
6. Team Up: Collaborate with neighbors to eliminate breeding grounds community-wide.
7. Treat: Use mosquito control treatments for effective and ongoing protection.

Additional tips:

• Fill potholes with topsoil to prevent water accumulation.
• Remove birdbaths or fountains if not regularly cleaned.
• Maintain a level lawn to avoid puddles.
• Cut down tree branches that shade moist areas.
• Replace screens on windows to keep mosquitoes out.
• Add door sweeps to prevent entry.

Trust Mosquito Squad of Gwinnett for Fall Mosquito Control

Don't let mosquitoes get the better of you and the fall weather in Gwinnett. From mosquito control to pest control services that work around the mosquitoes' patterns, Mosquito Squad of Gwinnett has you covered.

Contact us today to schedule your treatment and keep your family protected this fall and into the winter months.