One of the most compelling reasons to protect against mosquitoes is the fact that they carry several dangerous diseases. The primary concern in regards to mosquito-borne illness in Florida is a form of encephalitis commonly known as West Nile Virus. Here is a brief look at this disease and the dangers that it presents: History…
South Florida is one of the most naturally beautiful parts of the United States, and it boasts some of the nicest year-round weather that can be found anywhere. It is easy to understand why so many people have chosen to call cities like Weston, Boca Raton, and Coral Gables home. Unfortunately for these residents, a…
Unlike humans, horses are unable to apply mosquito repellent to their bodies or repel feeding mosquitos by swatting, making them especially vulnerable to the irritation and diseases that mosquitos bring. Horses and their owners who live in Boca Raton, Weston, Pinecrest, and Coral Gables are fortunate enough to have easy access to Platinum Mosquito Protection’s…
In our recent blogs, we took a look at some common mosquito myths and explored the benefits of protecting your home with an automatic mosquito misting system. To learn more about these topics, check out these helpful mosquito-related resources. For the best mosquito prevention in the Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and Boca Raton areas, contact Platinum…
Summer is finally here, which means that it’s mosquito season. While one solution to the problem of mosquito bites is to stay indoors and wear long sleeves, that doesn’t help you when it’s time for outdoor entertaining. Here are some of the benefits of protecting your home with an automatic mosquito misting system from Platinum…
Did you know that mosquitos are responsible for more human deaths than other living creature on the planet? There are also more than 3,000 mosquito species around the world—and a mosquito egg can last five years before it hatches. For even more interesting mosquito information, take a look at this video from National Geographic. If…
Mosquitos have been biting humans and other animals for centuries. Though humans have been forced to endure their bites throughout most of history, modern technology provides several ways to repel mosquitos. With the Mosquito Repellent Android app, you can keep mosquitos and other insects away from your person at all times. Mosquito Repellent can emit…
As their name suggests, “no-see-ums” are so small that most people have trouble seeing them. Much of the time, people don’t even detect no-see-ums until they bite—even then, most no-see-ums are able to fly away before their victims have a chance to swat them. Still, you don’t have to resign yourself to countless, sudden bites.…
Summertime has arrived—and for thousands of Florida residents, that means it’s time for some serious grilling. Since Florida residents live next to one of the largest swamp systems in the world, mosquitos often invite themselves to backyard events. Luckily, there are ways to keep mosquitos off of your skin and property. Here’s a quick look…
Would you like to learn more about our recent blog posts, which have focused on the health hazards mosquitoes pose to horses and highlighted the irritating insects that are prevalent throughout South Florida? To discover additional information on either of these topics, read through the following resources. If you would like to have a cost-effective…