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MANAGE STINGING AND BITING PESTS OUTSIDE

Fleas, ticks, mound-building ants, and other bloodsucking pests can quickly ruin outdoor time with painful stings or dangerous bites. The Mosquito Squad® Squad Yard Defender package is the ultimate solution for protecting your yard from over 20 types of crawling, biting, and stinging pests—including fleas, ants, fire ants, and ground-burrowing wasps. Our targeted treatments focus on shaded areas where fleas and ticks primarily hide and use specialized methods to help control ant mounds and help deter new colonies.

The foundation for our Squad Yard Defender package is our Barrier Treatment Plus, which eliminates up to 90% of mosquitoes and other pests and continues to protect your yard for up to three weeks. Our technicians will then apply a combination of baits and additional products to help combat the pests that can burrow and hide beneath the surface of your yard.

When you sign up for the Squad Yard Defender package, you receive:

A combination of flea and tick treatment for yards, prescriptive baiting, and ant mound-drenching techniques
Core Barrier Treatment Plus package, designed to guard against common insects like mosquitoes, ticks, flies, and spiders
Essential Botanical Insecticide Repellency: Made with plant-based technology, our proprietary, water-based insecticide combines five essential oils to create an extra layer of defense, helping effectively target, repel, and reduce pests in your yard for up to 21 days.

HOW OUR COMBINED OUTDOOR ANT, FLEA, AND TICK CONTROL WORKS

Our 3-step Squad Yard Defender approach:

Inspection – Knowing that fleas and ticks prefer moist, shady, and cool places, our trained professionals look for these areas in your yard. We also inspect tall grass, natural areas bordering managed turf, and low-lying areas that are especially damp. Mound-building ants tend to be most visible after heavy rains when colonies are excavated.
Treatment – Our EPA-registered flea and tick yard spray can kill pests on contact, disrupts flea and tick lifecycles, and continues to deter fleas and ticks for up to 21 days. We periodically apply granules to help control immature stages of these pests and disrupt the lifecycle to help protect your yard. To treat ants, we combine targeted mound drench applications with granular ant bait applications to help eliminate and prevent future mounds.
Ongoing management – After your initial treatment, we recommend keeping up with continued services to manage small ant hills and use specialized baits to help prevent them from becoming massive colonies. Tick and flea populations can be controlled through granular treatment applications in the spring and late summer as well as targeted barrier applications in “tick zones.”

The Potential Dangers of Biting and Stinging Pests

Ticks and fleas are both vectors of disease that feed on the blood of their host. Fleas can pass along harmful parasites, such as tapeworms, and bacterial disease, such as Typhus. Common diseases transmitted by ticks include Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, and Q fever.

Mound-building ants, such as pavement and fire ants, can leave you with painful and itchy spots that blister. They can also harm your property as they destroy nearby vegetation and negatively impact landscaping.

Fire ants commonly build their mounds in damp soil and grass which can lead to many small biting insects in areas where children and pets play. These bites can cause infections or even anaphylactic shock.

Schedule a Professional Combined Ant, Flea, and Tick Yard Treatment

Protect yourself and your loved ones from bites and stings and enjoy your yard in peace! Make the management of dangerous pests easy with the help of our Squad Yard Defender. Call today at (877) 332-2239 or contact us online for a free quote.

SQUAD YARD DEFENDER DISCLAIMER: Service packages may vary by location. Please check with your local Mosquito Squad to confirm what services are available in your area. Essential Botanical Insecticide (EBI) may not be available in all locations. Please contact your local mosquito Squad for more details.

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Preventing Pests

Take a closer look at how to keep specific pests out of your home

Preventing fire ants

Though most ants aren’t dangerous, fire ants can be a serious nuisance and danger to you and your pets. Mosquito Squad is here to protect you from invasion, but you can also follow some simple steps to help keep the ants at bay as a precaution.

Learn About Fire Ants

Preventing spiders

It's essential to seal potential entry points and reduce clutter where spiders might hide in your home in order to keep them from invading. Maintaining a clean environment and managing outdoor vegetation can also help deter them from approaching your living spaces.

Learn About Spiders

Preventing cockroaches

To prevent cockroaches from entering your home, ensure that all potential entry points are sealed and maintain a clean environment to eliminate food sources. Regularly inspect and address any plumbing leaks or standing water, as these can attract pests.

Learn About Cockroaches

Preventing scorpions

To protect your home from scorpions, ensure that potential entry points are sealed and maintain a tidy outdoor environment. Regularly remove debris and keep vegetation trimmed to reduce their hiding spots and discourage them from approaching your home.

Learn About Scorpions

Real Reviews – Written by real people like you

Customer Reviews of Mosquito Squad

4.92 avg

(12344 reviews)

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Jeri Adler in Farmington.", u'author_name': u'JERI ADLER', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 4, 10, 22, 47, 6), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'JERI ADLER', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/117240324873655963299/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1744325226, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVriL37p7e4bz21JqS7oMytyWNr6iAyMZkjBd6JgAehsH5zcfRL=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3', u'language': u'en', u'text': u'This was my first time dealing with Mosquito Squad and I\u2019m so happy I made the decision to do so! Not only was Leonard G knowledgeable and professional, he was very friendly, explained the application process and offered tips to help control all the insects. Thanks Leonard G, appreciate your service!!', 'review_content': u'This was my first time dealing with Mosquito Squad and I\u2019m so happy I made the decision to do so! Not only was Leonard G knowledgeable and professional, he was very friendly, explained the application process and offered tips to help control all the insects. Thanks Leonard G, appreciate your service!!', u'author_name': u'Kathy Wentz', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 4, 10, 19, 59, 25), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Kathy Wentz', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110886860044653600938/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1744315165, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLQmHI2FEkrqNTvgF2T4bmsE7M5Xnd6VWkk8lRCACooN76xbw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo', u'language': u'en', u'text': u'LOVE the mosquito squad! It absolutely makes a huge difference in our yard. And they have the BEST and friendliest staff!', 'review_content': u'LOVE the mosquito squad! It absolutely makes a huge difference in our yard. And they have the BEST and friendliest staff!', u'author_name': u'Meghan Yocom', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 4, 10, 16, 29), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Meghan Yocom', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113383878570023390615/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1744302540, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLTSz4ioZF1ljkM58f_4ZifZ5gCagxAyPzQCc5x7tipk1R5_g=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo', u'language': u'en', u'text': u'Brandon was our technician today. Our pool service changed our schedule and arrived when Brandon arrived. Brandon sprayed our front yard, and waited for our pool service to leave before spraying the back. I truly appreciate his patience.', 'review_content': u'Brandon was our technician today. Our pool service changed our schedule and arrived when Brandon arrived. Brandon sprayed our front yard, and waited for our pool service to leave before spraying the back. I truly appreciate his patience.', u'author_name': u'Hollie Marsh', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 4, 10, 16, 9, 18), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Hollie Marsh', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110183906643588110425/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1744301358, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIiUMrQ7hjDbKegsDkg26zumxjzm9fio0HHXL3aW3jmXQtonQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo', u'language': u'en', u'text': u"We're always happy with our service!! Started out getting sprayed for mosquitoes now Mosquitoes, fleas and flies. We haven't had to give our dogs flea meds this past month and this month which last month was our first. Caught the fleas before it got hot. 5 stars always. Happy Customer\nSincerely\nStacey Stauffer", 'review_content': u"We're always happy with our service!! Started out getting sprayed for mosquitoes now Mosquitoes, fleas and flies. We haven't had to give our dogs flea meds this past month and this month which last month was our first. Caught the fleas before it got hot. 5 stars always. Happy Customer\nSincerely\nStacey Stauffer", u'author_name': u'Stacy Stauffer', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 4, 10, 15, 7, 41), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Stacy Stauffer', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110287504294822411444/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1744297661, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjW4-IGaIQJz5Uu_a6mgKzzHHdCxEV4W0Ot-J9Ru68uF3N5oKzk=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo', u'language': u'en', u'text': u'Chris was very professional, he introduced himself and explained what he was going to do. He answered my questions clearly and was very respectful of my dog\u2019s safety. As with all your technicians, he was quick and thorough. Very satisfied with your service. My lawn has never looked better!', 'review_content': u'Chris was very professional, he introduced himself and explained what he was going to do. He answered my questions clearly and was very respectful of my dog\u2019s safety. As with all your technicians, he was quick and thorough. Very satisfied with your service. My lawn has never looked better!', u'author_name': u'Mike Cohen', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 4, 10, 0, 18, 32), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Mike Cohen', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110690367581181087463/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1744244312, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJKJnvASA1CrUvP926w92HFd8sJgenJg1cOkOJsij37u1I3NA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo', u'language': u'en', u'text': u'Garren is the best. My treatments are always timely and very professional. Best thing, NO ELM SEED BUGS! 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He explained what he was going to do and provided options for areas where I had standing water. He was friendly and knowledgeable. Thank you, Stanley!', 'review_content': u'Stanley was a great technician! He explained what he was going to do and provided options for areas where I had standing water. He was friendly and knowledgeable. Thank you, Stanley!', u'author_name': u'Ginny Williams', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 4, 9, 18, 35, 42), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Ginny Williams', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/100329826057352492729/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1744223742, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKMSWgeGhAPmvn5yYTBZbdLebHk51x1txfIizXY-Pv9KuLnXw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo', u'language': u'en', u'text': u'Prior to getting our yard treated we would find 10+ ticks on the dog and several on ourselves every day. After our first treatment we noticed a GREAT improvement. By the third treatment no more ticks!!!!', 'review_content': u'Prior to getting our yard treated we would find 10+ ticks on the dog and several on ourselves every day. After our first treatment we noticed a GREAT improvement. By the third treatment no more ticks!!!!', u'author_name': u'Keith Johnson', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 4, 9, 16, 54, 23), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Keith Johnson', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/118219263033640587237/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1744217663, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocK0U8lxCT6wwIcX-9_qD7kGZxCRxxGQuAqgvLBL0Quyohw1PQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo', u'language': u'en', u'text': u'They have provided quality service over last 5 summers for us. They show up when promised and their product keeps the bugs away! Highly recommend. Also, the office staff is a pleasure to work with and is there to make sure your service needs are met with just one call! Also, they return your calls in a very timely manner. My goto choice for Mosquito control!', 'review_content': u'They have provided quality service over last 5 summers for us. They show up when promised and their product keeps the bugs away! Highly recommend. Also, the office staff is a pleasure to work with and is there to make sure your service needs are met with just one call! Also, they return your calls in a very timely manner. My goto choice for Mosquito control!', u'author_name': u'Graham Gilson', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 4, 8, 21, 56, 29), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Graham Gilson', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/103807071731277968020/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1744149389, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}]

JERI ADLER

"It's been I think 4 or 5 years maybe more since I've started with mosquito squad. They're always so kind courteous and always do a very thorough job. Couple of times we've had to have come back..."

Kathy Wentz

"This was my first time dealing with Mosquito Squad and I’m so happy I made the decision to do so! Not only was Leonard G knowledgeable and professional, he was very friendly, explained the..."

Meghan Yocom

"LOVE the mosquito squad! It absolutely makes a huge difference in our yard. And they have the BEST and friendliest staff!"

Hollie Marsh

"Brandon was our technician today. Our pool service changed our schedule and arrived when Brandon arrived. Brandon sprayed our front yard, and waited for our pool service to leave before spraying..."

Stacy Stauffer

"We're always happy with our service!! Started out getting sprayed for mosquitoes now Mosquitoes, fleas and flies. We haven't had to give our dogs flea meds this past month and this month which..."

Mike Cohen

"Chris was very professional, he introduced himself and explained what he was going to do. He answered my questions clearly and was very respectful of my dog’s safety. As with all your..."

Anthony

"Garren is the best. My treatments are always timely and very professional. Best thing, NO ELM SEED BUGS! Mosquito Squad is super easy to work with and they offer a myriad of services to help keep..."

Ginny Williams

"Stanley was a great technician! He explained what he was going to do and provided options for areas where I had standing water. He was friendly and knowledgeable. Thank you, Stanley!"

Keith Johnson

"Prior to getting our yard treated we would find 10+ ticks on the dog and several on ourselves every day. After our first treatment we noticed a GREAT improvement. By the third treatment no more ticks!!!!"

Graham Gilson

"They have provided quality service over last 5 summers for us. They show up when promised and their product keeps the bugs away! Highly recommend. Also, the office staff is a pleasure to work..."