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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

4.91 avg

(11647 reviews)

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Love sitting out on my backyard again!', 'review_content': u'They did a wonderful job! Love sitting out on my backyard again!', u'author_name': u'Rosemary Kross', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 3, 14, 15, 16, 6), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Rosemary Kross', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/105887686471438659121/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1741965366, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWpaXAVG8SmtN0Ls9QujPjNL8wBfSbO7HKqPT9bV8WkJqOfJzpY=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo', u'language': u'en', u'text': u'This is our first time using Mosquito Squad. We opted for the less toxic, EBI treatment and asked that in only be sprayed in very specific places. Shane L. came out today and took the time to listen to my concerns and requests, was very kind and respectful, and took great care to do exactly what I asked. It was a tough decision for us to opt to have anything at all sprayed in our yard, and I\u2019m grateful that he and their team took the time to work with me on a solution.', 'review_content': u'This is our first time using Mosquito Squad. We opted for the less toxic, EBI treatment and asked that in only be sprayed in very specific places. Shane L. came out today and took the time to listen to my concerns and requests, was very kind and respectful, and took great care to do exactly what I asked. It was a tough decision for us to opt to have anything at all sprayed in our yard, and I\u2019m grateful that he and their team took the time to work with me on a solution.', u'author_name': u'Kimberley Friberg', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 3, 13, 2, 8, 35), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Kimberley Friberg', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/111995912126912435851/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1741831715, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKmxcx3dQ41fY-xJjBqBiDWrFt61hj7p1uPLBtNTitbYphx2A=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo', u'language': u'en', u'text': u'Have had excellent service for 3 consecutive years. They provide a schedule for each of the 7 service calls each year and they have never missed the dates planned. Only needed one extra treatment in 3 years and they responded immediately and no charge.\nDealt with 2 different service providers prior to using mosquito squad and they were both disasters.\nHighly recommend Mosquito Squad!!', 'review_content': u'Have had excellent service for 3 consecutive years. They provide a schedule for each of the 7 service calls each year and they have never missed the dates planned. Only needed one extra treatment in 3 years and they responded immediately and no charge.\nDealt with 2 different service providers prior to using mosquito squad and they were both disasters.\nHighly recommend Mosquito Squad!!', u'author_name': u'Charlene Boulais', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 3, 11, 18, 38, 5), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Charlene Boulais', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/105701882099815833806/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1741718285, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVnV3udZiuR7POt8PFkoOsdDtZMbqvmq159kjWnHlai_UnoMRDGlQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo', u'language': u'en', u'text': u"Just had a quick easy experience with Chris and Dustin. They were in and out in under 10 minutes again, this is the second time we've used their service and we've been keeping the pests at bay! 5/5 stars, recommend to everyone.", 'review_content': u"Just had a quick easy experience with Chris and Dustin. They were in and out in under 10 minutes again, this is the second time we've used their service and we've been keeping the pests at bay! 5/5 stars, recommend to everyone.", u'author_name': u'Timothy Ryan', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 3, 11, 17, 50, 26), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Timothy Ryan', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/115507807151673885814/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1741715426, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXjlQah2Mi_abVDbe0_d1ZxoIa_h8Nl56qcNry8bM746T1CBnDY=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo', u'language': u'en', u'text': u'Shane L. did a great job and was very thorough in explaining what we was going to do and taking care of our home and yard.', 'review_content': u'Shane L. did a great job and was very thorough in explaining what we was going to do and taking care of our home and yard.', u'author_name': u'Parker Plant', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 3, 10, 22, 37, 16), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Parker Plant', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113722299467794309896/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'in the last week', u'time': 1741646236, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIWMyCNUymS0vA0_bFOXTX6H8GNy9GsHxZy7dRMkxKEYDG6HQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo', u'language': u'en', u'text': u'This is our amazing Mosquito Squad tech Shane L.\nShane is not only very knowledgeable about pest control, he is extremely thorough and gets even the smallest area you wouldn\u2019t think of. 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We have been using Mosquito Squad for many years and he is one of the best technicians we have had.', u'author_name': u'Kelly Thurston', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 3, 9, 20, 8), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Kelly Thurston', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113384653631166046163/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'a week ago', u'time': 1741550880, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLfIzlf0U3hBaM7EfoTsceTzDHKdIKn1FhqvIn6ae2sBsS9CA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo', u'language': u'en', u'text': u'Last year was the first time we invested in a treatment. I am so glad we did because we got to enjoy our backyard without getting Mauled by tons of mosquitoes. Mosquito squad even came out a second time one month three of charge because it got pretty bad and it did the trick. I was also very impressed with how they cared about other insects that pollinate my vegetable and flower gardens. I just wish all of my neighbors would have their yards treated as well. Thank you, Mosquito squad you have helped us enjoy our backyard year around!', 'review_content': u'Last year was the first time we invested in a treatment. I am so glad we did because we got to enjoy our backyard without getting Mauled by tons of mosquitoes. Mosquito squad even came out a second time one month three of charge because it got pretty bad and it did the trick. I was also very impressed with how they cared about other insects that pollinate my vegetable and flower gardens. I just wish all of my neighbors would have their yards treated as well. Thank you, Mosquito squad you have helped us enjoy our backyard year around!', u'author_name': u'Tracy Tucker', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 3, 6, 18, 30, 45), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Tracy Tucker', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/103903900383048189474/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'a week ago', u'time': 1741285845, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLd7zE6ItROWbMUS31Uc5D7EzQG1nhpj2LB_Y8FMUuxT7uN=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo', u'language': u'en', u'text': u'Very happy with Mosquito Squad of Greater St. Louis. It really works and makes it enjoyable to sit outside on my patio during the summer months.\nTheir customer service is amazing and if I\u2019m having a backyard gathering, I can call the day before to have my yard Easily serviced.', 'review_content': u'Very happy with Mosquito Squad of Greater St. Louis. It really works and makes it enjoyable to sit outside on my patio during the summer months.\nTheir customer service is amazing and if I\u2019m having a backyard gathering, I can call the day before to have my yard Easily serviced.', u'author_name': u'Kerry Vetter', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 3, 6, 17, 48, 39), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Kerry Vetter', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/118428791516881294982/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'a week ago', u'time': 1741283319, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}, {u'rating': 5, u'profile_photo_url': u'https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocI0eBNnkU91uRBg6rWFFC7vxuApT8CaNEvS9SO8r-SgmFNhBQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo', u'language': u'en', u'text': u'Today James did my mosquito service this is my 3rd or 4th year. He does a great job.always on time and he is very thorough in his work. Great company. Very good prices. I love the way the company schedules you know when you service is and the text messages about arrival time it help me with the pets. Thank you James for a mosquito free summer.', 'review_content': u'Today James did my mosquito service this is my 3rd or 4th year. He does a great job.always on time and he is very thorough in his work. Great company. Very good prices. I love the way the company schedules you know when you service is and the text messages about arrival time it help me with the pets. Thank you James for a mosquito free summer.', u'author_name': u'Sherry Luck', 'datetime': datetime.datetime(2025, 3, 6, 17, 44, 14), 'review_rating': 5, 'review_author': u'Sherry Luck', u'author_url': u'https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/107661781902403391794/reviews', u'relative_time_description': u'a week ago', u'time': 1741283054, u'translated': False, u'original_language': u'en'}]

Rosemary Kross

"They did a wonderful job! Love sitting out on my backyard again!"

Rosemary Kross

"They did a wonderful job! Love sitting out on my backyard again!"

Kimberley Friberg

"This is our first time using Mosquito Squad. We opted for the less toxic, EBI treatment and asked that in only be sprayed in very specific places. Shane L. came out today and took the time to..."

Charlene Boulais

"Have had excellent service for 3 consecutive years. They provide a schedule for each of the 7 service calls each year and they have never missed the dates planned. Only needed one extra treatment..."

Timothy Ryan

"Just had a quick easy experience with Chris and Dustin. They were in and out in under 10 minutes again, this is the second time we've used their service and we've been keeping the pests at bay!..."

Parker Plant

"Shane L. did a great job and was very thorough in explaining what we was going to do and taking care of our home and yard."

Kelly Thurston

"This is our amazing Mosquito Squad tech Shane L. Shane is not only very knowledgeable about pest control, he is extremely thorough and gets even the smallest area you wouldn’t think of. He also..."

Tracy Tucker

"Last year was the first time we invested in a treatment. I am so glad we did because we got to enjoy our backyard without getting Mauled by tons of mosquitoes. Mosquito squad even came out a..."

Kerry Vetter

"Very happy with Mosquito Squad of Greater St. Louis. It really works and makes it enjoyable to sit outside on my patio during the summer months. Their customer service is amazing and if I’m having..."

Sherry Luck

"Today James did my mosquito service this is my 3rd or 4th year. He does a great job.always on time and he is very thorough in his work. Great company. Very good prices. I love the way the company..."