How does Gutter Cleaning Help With Mosquito Control

A close up of  mosquito eggs

One of the most common banes of homeowners the world over is the galling mosquito infestation in their yards. No matter where a home is, if it has open space, the chances are that it has mosquitoes. Getting rid of the bloodsucking critters is quite tricky and can get tedious after a while. When one has to take down an army of mosquitoes every few weeks, they are bound to get worn out. But don’t worry, there are ways in which you can keep your home free of mosquitoes for longer durations without having to chase after them.

Mosquitoes and Clogged Gutters

Mosquitoes, and most other pests, are drawn towards moisture. Whenever and wherever they find standing water, they populate it and lay eggs to increase their population. Therefore, one of the most crucial things to do when trying to get rid of mosquitoes is to ensure there are no water puddles or open vessels (that could accumulate water) in and around your backyard. With that said, clearing water puddles is easy as the water automatically dries up after a while. However, any duct or pitcher that holds up water is not easy to clean, such as a clogged gutter.

Gutters and downspouts around your roof can get clogged due to fallen leaves and end up accumulating water providing the mosquitoes with an ideal breeding ground. The collected water and foliage begin to decay after a while, retaining moisture, so the mosquitoes never run out of it, unlike in the case of puddles. Therefore, it is essential to clean your gutters regularly in order to keep the mosquitoes away.

Cleaning Gutters

When it comes to gutter cleaning, DIY-ing your way through it can be tricky.  First of all, you will need the right tools for the job, which you might not have and also, you will have to climb up the roof of your house, which could be dangerous and lead to an accident. Lastly, without the tools and experience, you will most likely do a lousy job of cleaning and resultantly will continue to coexist with mosquitoes in your home. Hence, instead of cleaning your gutters on your own, hire a professional team with sufficient experience in residential mosquito control.

If you want to know more about how to get rid of mosquitoes or need some guidance on how to get rid of mosquitoes in your yard, then reach out to us today at Mosquito Wizard, NC. We will make sure you win the battle against the dogged pests.

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