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Hot Weather + Heavy Rain = New Orleans Mosquitoes
Admin • Jun 12, 2014
Mosquitoes . . . those annoying little blood suckers! If you haven’t been a target of hungry mosquitoes yet this summer, just wait! Because of the excessively warm weather coupled with heavy rains in the New Orleans area, the setting is right for an explosion in the mosquito population in our area.
While local governments work to combat the problem, budget cuts have had an impact on spraying frequency and, in some cases, eliminated mosquito spraying completely. West Nile Virus is transmitted by mosquitoes which is another reason to take action to prevent them. Here is more info on mosquito borne diseases.
According to Chris Caire, Vice President of DA Exterminating, “There are a number of things a homeowner can do to prevent mosquitoes. Local yards are ripe with opportunities for mosquito breeding but with a little effort, you can have a big impact on the mosquito population around your yard.”
- Change birdbath water every two weeks. Mosquitoes breed and develop in just two weeks so replacing water in birdbaths goes a long way in preventing theses pesky creatures.
- Purchase “dunks” – small donut-shaped material to float in fountains and ponds to prevent mosquito larva from developing into biting adults.
Check the following for standing water and remove it!
- Roof gutters that are plugged with leaves and holding water
- Pet dishes
- Saucers under potted plants
- Trash or “spare items” such as children’s toys
- Old tires
- Rain or irrigation barrels
- Unused or poorly maintained pools
- Boats or trailers, dry docked or unused
- Water gardens
- Fountains
- Open septic tanks
- Bottles, jars, cans
- Buckets, pails
- Flower pots, urns
- Garbage cans, lids
- Grills
- Garden equipment
- Sandbox, wading pool
- Storm drains
If you must be outside during mosquito season, here are some ways to keep from getting bitten.
- Mosquitoes rest in the shade so avoid those areas.
- Schedule your activities at any time but dusk and dawn when mosquitoes are active.
- Light your deck or patio using yellow “Bug Lights”. These lights are not repellant, but they do not attract mosquitoes like other incandescent lights.
- Mosquitoes are relatively weak fliers, so placing a large fan on your deck or patio can provide an effective low-tech solution.
- Wear protective clothing such as long pants and long sleeve shirts when outdoors.
- Use insect repellents containing DEET.
- Repair door and window screens.
- Eliminate standing water on your property.
FINALLY, call DA Exterminating for our Total Home Protection
that includes mosquito treatments.
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Always proud to be a member of PCT Magazine’s “Top 100” companies ( by annual revenue) in America. This is Ed, Jed and me accepting the award in Orlando the other night. Thanks to our wonderful DA team at all 3 DA branches and our loyal customers, it takes everyone to achieve success! (David Cherry, our longtime GM in Houma, left before we grabbed this photo…sorry David!) — Chris Caire, Jed, and Ed Reynolds.
One noticeable change in the outdoors as winter approaches is the reduction of flying insects such as mosquitoes, flies, and bees.
When the holidays come to an end, it will be time to store the trees and decorations until Christmas 2019. Safeguard all of your favorite holiday decorations so they are free of pests while sitting in the attic, basement or other storage space until the holiday season comes around next year. Christmas decorations provide harborage and, in some cases, food for various kinds of pests, especially rodents. So we have assembled some decoration storage tips to prevent surprises next year when you open your decoration containers. to seal them in plastic containers if you must save these from 1) Dried berries, seeds and other natural materials are especially attractive to mice. The best idea is to seal them in plastic containers. Discard natural decorations after using each year including real gingerbread houses, candy canes and natural wreaths. 2) Cardboard can be a favorite nesting material for rodents, so don’t store artificial Christmas trees in cardboard; instead, use plastic sealable bags or containers. That goes for all other Christmas decorations. 3) Examine all decorations for any that are broken or that you won't use next year and discard them. 4) Wash linens and other fabrics and store in sealed plastic bags to prevent moisture. 5) Before loading containers into a garage, basement, attic or other storage area, examine them and clean thoroughly to remove any debris that may be harborage areas for mice. 6) Store holiday candles separately. The scent from a candle can attract unwanted guests. Placing the candles in an area that is not exposed to extreme heat (e.g., attics or sheds) will resolve this problem. Wrap candles in plastic to prevent them from melting together or transferring color in warm conditions. If you follow these tips to properly pack and store your decorations, not only will you be more organized for Christmas 2019, but you will reduce the possibility of pests trying to share next year's holiday with you! To get more information on pest control services in New Orleans, contact the experts at DA Exterminating today by calling 800-650-PEST . Wishing you and your family a pest-free New Year!
DA Exterminating is proud to present these easy pest prevention tips to keep pests from taking up residence in your New Orleans-area home.
The time it takes to check your home before winter arrives will pay off in preventing pest problems. Here are five things you can do!
Most spiders are fairly harmless but for those who do not want these eight-legged critters to share their life space, here are some tips
Two poisonous spiders explained.
t’s that time of year when certain pests seek a warm place to overwinter and this usually means YOUR HOME! We’ve assembled some tips to prevent these critters from moving in with you. Vacuuming is the best way to eliminate the insects once they are inside. Before the winter months approach, seal gaps around windows and doors, including garage doors. The best time for this is during the summer after pests have left their overwintering site, and before they come back for the next season. Look for areas where pipes and electrical or cable lines enter the building. Gaps around these areas should be sealed. Look for openings around soffits, eaves, attic fans, windows and vents in the attic used for ventilation. Many times these areas are not screened, allowing overwintering pests inside. Be sure screens on windows are in good repair and have no openings. Inspect chimneys. Be sure the damper is closed when not in use, and know that if you’re dealing with a wood-burning fireplace, lighting a fire may discourage the insects from using the chimney as an entry point. Tell customers that using “bug bombs” to treat the inside of a house can backfire — they may end up with dead insects still inside the walls, which then attract secondary pests, such as carpet beetles. Concerned about Fall Invaders? Call us today. 800-650-PEST .
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DA Exterminating Co. of St. Tammany, Inc.
13433 Seymour Myers Blvd., Ste 2 Covington, LA 70433
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