Understanding the Lifecycle of a Mosquito

If you leave standing water around your home, your property may turn into a breeding ground for mosquitoes. Standing water is crucial for mosquitoes to complete each stage in their developmental lifecycle. Even if mosquito eggs are laid in cold winter months, the water allows them to survive until spring. A mosquito’s life can be…

A Guide to Our Residential Mosquito Protection Systems

At Platinum Mosquito Protection, we pride ourselves on offering clients safe, effective systems that eliminate or repel mosquitoes and other small insects. Our automatic spray systems use insecticides that contain Pyrethrum, a natural ingredient derived from the chrysanthemum flower, and Permethrin, a synthetic form of Pyrethrum. Mosquitoes and other small insects are killed once they…

Inside Common Mosquito Habitats

For centuries, mosquitoes have been able to adapt to various environments throughout the world. Today, mosquitoes are able to thrive in a variety of regions and climates. As a result, millions of people currently face the threat of mosquito-borne illnesses. In order to effectively eliminate the mosquito population around your home, you need to understand…

Tips for Preventing Mosquito Bites

Whether you’re planning a trip abroad or simply trying to enjoy your outdoor living space, it’s important that you know how to prevent your exposure to mosquitoes. Stay indoors at sunrise, sunset, and early in the evening when mosquitoes are most active. Outdoor yellow “bug” lights tend to attract fewer mosquitoes than ordinary lights. If…

A Look at How Mosquito Misting Works

Time-release outdoor residential misting systems are the latest weapons being used in Miami to control mosquitoes around the home. Mosquito misting is an effective way to rid your property of mosquitoes and other nuisance insects so you can enjoy your time spent outdoors. If you want to get back to hosting outdoor barbecues and lounging…

A Homeowner’s Guide to the Biology of Mosquitoes

Mosquitoes are some of the peskiest creatures that we interact with. They invade your privacy, can leave bites that consistently itch, and they can even transfer deadly diseases. Knowing basic information about mosquitoes’ biology could help control them and keep them away from your home. How & Where Mosquitoes Lay Eggs Most mosquito species will…

Why is Mosquito Control Important?

Mosquitoes are a nuisance, but you don’t mind swatting them away and dealing with the annoying bites and rashes, do you? Regardless, mosquito control is something that you should seriously consider for your home or business. For starters, mosquitoes spread a number of deadly diseases to humans, including West Nile Virus and dengue fever. Mosquitoes…