Gathering at the lake outside your home is living at its best, especially when others join in on the fun with you. Unless those others happen to be pests, a good number of pests enjoy lakeside living as much as humans yet make conditions a nightmare when it’s time to spend time outdoors. If you want to stop pests from ruining lakefront life, it’s good to know the type of pests you may encounter.
1. Mosquitoes
The deadliest animal on the planet, the mosquito also ranks as the most annoying pest in the entire world. The blood-sucking pest thrives near lakes since the female -the one responsible for all those bites-needs stagnant water (and blood) to breed and lay eggs.
Expect mosquito problems in anticipation of lakefront living -and schedule a mosquito misting service to ensure the tiny but mighty pest does not send you running indoors in fear. Misting mosquito-prone areas outside your home is the absolute best mosquito prevention strategy available today.
2. Ticks
At least nine species of ticks live in Alabama, and the risk of encountering one or more of them increases dramatically during the hot months of summer. Ticks commonly hide in bushes or tall grass and jump onto unsuspecting victims. Once attached to the skin, ticks quietly fill themselves with a delicious blood meal. Not only can ticks attack humans, but also our pets.
Ticks carry diseases that can be transmitted to humans and pets. Lyme disease is the most common tick-borne illness. Misting [est control works wonders to keep mosquitos away, but homeowners looking to keep ticks away also find its benefits pretty exciting.
3. Gnats
Gnats aren’t dangerous. They do not bite nor carry disease. However, the pest can ruin outdoor fun as they are attracted to carbon monoxide and love flying as close to a human’s face as possible. Sometimes gnats get so close they actually fly into our noses! That is why keeping them away from your home is just as important as keeping mosquitoes, ticks, and more dangerous pests away.
4. Biting Midges
More commonly called no-see-ums, biting midges measure less than an ⅛ of an inch in diameter. Like gnats, most no-see-ums do not bite. This species is the exception, and its bite certainly packs a powerful punch. The same misting pest control used to combat mosquitos also helps deplete the biting midges population.
5. Ants
You can’t escape ants. They’re everywhere, and it can be challenging to rid of a property. Some ant species sting and bite, both of which cause the victim serious pain. Keep food containers tightly sealed and avoid ant mounds while outdoors to keep the pest at bay. Also, consider expelling ants via professional pest control in Pell City.
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