What Is the Best Time To Start Mosquito Treatment?

Mosquito control is recommended when the temperature reaches a sustained 50°F and above.

Jacksonville weather is quite agreeable to mosquitoes. The state of Florida in fact, is ranked the worst state for mosquitoes. And while Florida hosts a whopping 80 species of mosquitoes, not all are dangerous. That said, Florida experienced localized spread of Malaria in 2023. The city of Jacksonville performs aerial and neighborhood mosquito treatments as necessary. Officials additionally urge residents to practice mosquito avoidance measures at home.

March is a great time to start your Jacksonville mosquito control.

Florida mosquitoes don’t get a long period of dormancy in Jacksonville. They emerge during the months of March and April, famished for a blood meal. Starting your mosquito treatment during these months helps you get ahead of mosquitoes peak breeding period in Florida. Interruption of their breeding cycle is key to controlling the number of mosquitoes you will see on your property and in other areas around Jacksonville.

How long will your mosquito treatment last?

Mosquito Squad of Northeast Florida’s mosquito control in Jacksonville will remain effective for up to three weeks. However, this timeline could be interrupted by sustained periods of heavy rain. Additionally, you have a choice between our traditional mosquito control barrier treatment and our natural mosquito control treatment. Our mosquito control treatments can eliminate up to 85-90% of the mosquitoes around your property.

Dual Defense From One Mosquito Control Formula

Mosquito Squad’s mosquito control formulas will also defend your yard against ticks. Ticks come out of their period of dormancy about the same time of year as mosquitoes and they are out for blood too. In the early stages of their development, ticks will feed on ground rodents, birds, and even lizards.

In the springtime, nymph ticks are on the move. Because they are so small, they are often not found until they have maintained attachment for a day or more. Sometimes, tick bite victims are unaware that a nymph tick has ever been attached to them. They will simply fall off once they are engorged with blood and you could be none the wiser. The problem is, they could have passed disease pathogens from a prior feeding to you, your family member, or your pet. Another great reason to begin your mosquito treatment in Jacksonville in March.

Also read: Why does Florida have so many mosquitoes?

Call Mosquito Squad of Northeast Florida at (904) 844-0816 to learn more about our mosquito control in Jacksonville.