Even when you don’t see them, no see ums, or biting midges may be around, ready to make you their next blood meal. Households across Alpine complain of this tiny beast that has qualities similar to the mosquito: it needs blood and stagnant water to fertilize its eggs. Only female no see ums bite. Homes with water or moisture problems may notice an uprise in no see ums (and mosquitoes) on their properties. If you suspect a problem with no see ums,  eliminate the pest from your property with these tips.  

Eliminate Standing Water

No see ums need stagnant water to fertilize their eggs after a blood meal. The pest will travel far and wide to find those characteristics. Eliminate sources of standing water from the outside of your home -such as that found in bird baths, pots, buckets, and similar items- to keep pests away.  

Indoor Plants

Step over, Martha Stewart, there’s a new gardener in town! Even if you have a black thumb (the opposite of a green thumb) growing indoor plants can be an educational and exciting venture that freshens the air in your home, improves air quality, and prevents pests such as no see ums. Thyme, lemongrass, and mint are three great plants that anyone can grow indoors to improve air quality, give the home a delightful scent, and help ward off pests like no see ums.  

Professional Misting Pest Control

Misting pest control keeps no see ums, mosquitos, and other flying insects away from selected perimeters around your home. The spray releases pesticide at regular intervals throughout the day, giving you the freedom to enjoy the outdoors a little more. The pesticide is safe for kids and pets.  

Moisture Control

Now is the perfect time to schedule pest control and moisture control service. No see ums and other pests are attracted to stagnant water and moisture. Controlling moisture levels in your lawn can benefit the pests roaming around the place. Spider Be Gone of Alabama provides automated pest control solutions across the state of Alabama. Headquartered in Alpine, AL, Spider Be Gone specializes in the installation and maintenance of automatic misting systems. Perfect for worry-free pest control around lake homes, boat houses, horse barns, and large estates with expansive outdoor space. Spider Be Gone of Alabama is a reliable source of quality eco-friendly pest-management solutions. Contact us today.