
Mosquitoes – FAQ
When are mosquitoes most active?
- Summer and Fall
What are the most common diseases transmitted by mosquitoes in the northeast?
- Triple E and West Nile Virus
Where do mosquitoes like to live?
- Tall Grass
- Shrubbery
- Breed in standing pools of water
Ways to prevent?
- Avoid standing water on property including in gutters, trash cans, pots etc.
- Spray insecticide
- Remove leaves and debris from yard
- Make sure pool and water features are properly cleaned and chlorinated
- Landscape to reduce pits where water that can pool in your yard