Mosquitoes are a big part of summer in Ripley, especially after rain. Creeks, stormwater basins, low-lying paddocks and even blocked gutters give them places to breed, and they rest in shady shrubs, under decks and in long grass during the day. Many families find the backyard hard to use on warm evenings from late spring to autumn.
The crew we book starts by walking the yard to find breeding water and resting spots. They then apply a residual spray to the undersides of leaves, hedges, fences, under decks and around outdoor living areas where mosquitoes shelter. Where water cannot be removed, such as ponds or drains, they may treat it with a product that stops larvae from developing into adults.
- A yard walk to find standing water and shady resting spots
- Residual spray on shrubs, hedges, fences and under decks
- Treatment of drains and water that cannot be emptied
- Attention to outdoor living and play areas
- Tips on removing water from pots, toys, gutters and old tyres
A mosquito treatment reduces numbers for several weeks, but new mosquitoes can fly in from nearby creeks and bushland, especially after heavy rain. Many households book before a party or at the start of the wet season. Tipping out water from plant saucers, buckets and toys each week makes a big difference between visits. Clearing leaf litter from gutters and trimming dense shrubs near the house also leaves fewer shady places for mosquitoes to rest.
We give you upfront pricing based on the size of your yard and how much shrubbery there is. To book mosquito treatment in Ripley, call 07 3543 7766.
