Mosquitoes breed in still water, and a Lilydale property with a birdbath, gutter, water tank overflow or shaded pond has everything they need close to the house. Blocks near creek lines or a reserve tend to see more activity through the warmer months, especially in the evening when mosquitoes are most active outdoors. A block that backs onto a damp paddock or bushland can carry more mosquito activity through an evening barbecue than a more open, cleared yard.
When you call, tell us where the outdoor space sits, whether there is a water feature, tank or dense garden bed nearby, and we will book a local crew to treat the areas mosquitoes rest in during the day, such as thick garden beds, under decking and along fence lines, rather than only the area around the back door. A treatment ahead of a planned outdoor gathering is worth booking a few days out, since it gives the treated areas time to settle in before guests arrive.
- Garden beds, shrubs and shaded resting spots
- Under decking and outdoor entertaining areas
- Fence lines and garden borders
- Areas near water tanks and gutters
- Outdoor furniture and play equipment
Emptying anything holding still water around a Lilydale yard, such as pot plant saucers or old buckets, makes a treatment last longer, since new water is what draws mosquitoes back in after a visit. Tank overflow points and gutter sections that hold water after rain are common offenders and are worth checking alongside the more obvious spots in the garden.
Call 03 7053 9850 and we will book a local crew to treat the outdoor areas mosquitoes are using.