

Spider Prevention Made Easy: A Comprehensive Guide For Sugar Land Homeowners
November 30, 2023
Spiders are a common menace to homeowners in the Sugar Land area. These creepy arachnids are the cause of a lot of issues in the home.
Read More
All-Safe Pest & Termite received an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 5466 reviews.
As Fort Worth residents, we know the value of outdoor activities. From sporting events to some of the finest public parks in the state, we have everything we need to enjoy the great outdoors (even if it feels hotter than 10,000 suns most of the time). While years in the Texas heat has gotten us about as used to it as anybody can be, there is one downside to being outdoors that we’ll never get used to- the mosquitoes.
When you’re the victim of a mosquito bite, you don’t give it too much thought. Sure, it can be itchy, but, aside from putting some lotion on it, we don’t worry a lot about mosquito bites at all. However, in this case, what you don’t know actually can hurt you.
For instance, you probably didn’t realize that roughly one in three hundred mosquito bites result in disease. These diseases include the Zika virus, the West Nile virus, the chikungunya virus, dengue, and malaria (none of which are anything to mess around with). They’re actually considered one of the most dangerous animals in the world because of the startling death tolls from mosquito-borne illnesses. These are estimated at over 2.5 million per year out of 500 million total cases.
On a positive note, another little-known fact about mosquitoes is that the female mosquito is the only one that bites and transmits disease. These female mosquitoes, however, are very sneaky. You’ve probably noticed how many of your past mosquito bites did not hurt, they just itch after the fact. That is because the female’s mosquito will numb the skin before feeding. This natural adaption helps the mosquito feed longer without being noticed, and lengthy exposure to the mosquito’s feeding tube puts you at greater risk for disease incursion.
Once you’re a little more clear about what goes on when you’re bitten by a mosquito and the risks involved, you can respond in a few different ways. First of all, to treat an actual bite, you can wash the area to reduce the chance of infection, use ice to soothe the itching and swelling, or use an anti-itch cream such as calamine lotion.
Next, you’ll want to do everything you can to reduce your risk of getting bitten again in the future. After all, you want to enjoy the outdoor activities on your property rather than worrying about mosquitoes the whole time. Here are a few helpful tips on avoiding mosquitoes on your property:
Hopefully, these tips can help you get back to enjoying the outdoors instead of constantly swatting at mosquitoes, but even these tips won't help once mosquitoes have a foothold in your property. The best way to get rid of mosquitoes permanently and safely is to trust the professionals at All-Safe Pest & Termite. Contact us today for more advice and assistance on taking back your outdoor fun.
Complete the form below and we will contact you to discuss your pest problem!
Swipe to view more!
November 30, 2023
Spiders are a common menace to homeowners in the Sugar Land area. These creepy arachnids are the cause of a lot of issues in the home.
Read More
November 26, 2023
Silverfish aren’t the most common home invaders, but they can cause plenty of trouble if you aren’t ready to handle them. They aren’t any danger to you, but they can cause damage to your home and property.
Read More
November 25, 2023
Fleas are flightless parasites that feed on their host’s blood. They can spread quickly throughout a home and are often brought inside on pets.
Read More