Your Platinum Mosquito Protection FAQ’s, Answered

Platinum Mosquito Protection sells, installs, and services outdoor automatic misting systems. These protect families in South Florida against mosquitoes and other biting insects. Our technicians can create an outdoor environment for your home or business that is mosquito-free. The misting system is virtually invisible and can be professionally installed in almost any area of your…

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…

Watch: Do Genetics Attract Mosquitoes?

A person’s genetic makeup might make them a mosquito magnet. Female mosquitoes are the only ones that bite, and they need blood to fertilize their eggs. Genetics can make a difference in how attractive a person is to them. Carbon dioxide attracts mosquitoes, so the more a person gives off, the more likely they are…

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…

Why Mosquitoes Can Be Harmful to Your Cat

You probably already know that mosquitoes can transmit diseases to humans, but did you know that mosquitoes can also be harmful to your cat? Below, learn how mosquitoes can hurt your furry feline and what to do to protect your cat. Mosquito Bite Hypersensitivity Mosquito bite hypersensitivity occurs when a cat’s immune system experiences a…

How Do Mosquitoes Bite?

When mosquitoes bite, we often only see the aftermath: a swollen red bump that leaves us itchy and annoyed. In this video, learn how a mosquito bites by watching what happens when it encounters human flesh. As the mosquito slowly draws blood from its human prey, its body gradually fills with blood over the course…

What is the American Giant Mosquito?

In comparison to other members of the animal world, the American Giant Mosquito may not be that big. However, at 4-5 times the size of the average mosquito, the American Giant Mosquito has the propensity to alarm when landing on its prey. The good news is at the American Giant Mosquito is not known to…