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Four Tips on How to Get Rid of Mosquitos

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Want to know how to get rid of mosquitos? We have you covered! Fresh air, sun-kissed skin, and waves crashing on the beach are just a few things that describe summertime in Charleston. Something people tend to forget when dreaming of long days outside with the family – mosquitos. Our warm, humid environment is the perfect climate for mosquitos to multiply. Read on and we’ll show you how to get rid of mosquitos this summer.

How to get rid of mosquitos

How to Get Rid of Mosquitos:

Tip #1: Check Your Yard for Standing Pools of Water

Mosquitos rely on standing water to lay their eggs and grow populations. Fortunately for mosquitos, standing water is commonplace in the Lowcountry of South Carolina. The perfect place for a mosquito to grow its population in your yard is by seeking out water. Check for containers or low-lying areas in your yard for standing water and be sure to dump or drain any that you find. This will help you get rid of mosquitos.

Tip #2: Keep Up With Your Yard’s Landscaping

Not only do mosquitos love standing water but they’re also drawn to dark, humid spots. If you’ve let your yard grow a little wild, you’re likely inviting mosquitos in to reproduce. A great way to prevent them from settling into your plants is to choose plants that repel mosquitos. Some great plants for this are marigolds, lemon bal, citronella, lavender, catnip, and fresh herbs.

Tip #3: Encourage Natural Mosquito Predators to Visit Your Yard

Mosquitos are a tasty snack for lots of common animal species. This natural mosquito-control can help decrease the population in your yard and bring more pleasant natural visitors. Did you know many species of birds and bats love to snack on mosquitos? Dragonflies are also common predators of mosquitos. Encourage these natural predators to stop by your yard by adding aquatic plants or a small pond with a fountain to keep water from stagnating.

Tip #4: Have Your Yard Treated for Mosquitos

Our team at Exclusive Pest Control are happy to inspect your yard and spray treatments to kill mosquitos at any stage of their lifecycles. You’ll be able to enjoy your outdoor space without worrying about having to put on bug spray every few hours. Ask our team about our summer mosquito prevention treatment packages today!

It’s Time to Live Mosquito-Free

Achieving a mosquito-free backyard shouldn’t be difficult or stressful. Now that you know how to get rid of mosquitos get to it! Contact us today if you need more information and want to schedule a consult.

Heat – The Solution For Bed Bugs

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Bed bugs. They’re creepy, crawly, and they’re coming for your blood. And worst of all, they are difficult if not impossible to completely get rid of. Here at Exclusive Pest Control, we have the answer to your pest problem. That answer would be heat.

The Heat is On for Bed Bugs

Of all the methods used to kill bed bugs in all stages of their life cycle, heat is the single most effective way to kill bed bugs dead. It kills the eggs as well the bugs. And all it takes is twenty-four hours. You will even be able to keep your furniture. It’s that effective. Plus, it will not damage any of your furniture or any part of your residence. Application of heat to kill bed bugs will not leave any chemical residue. It’s completely safe for your family and any pets.

Using equipment and training provided by Convectex, the most effective equipment available, our technicians know how to best employ heat so that it penetrates to all the places where bed bugs might hide―the mattress, box springs, even your living room furniture and the walls. No matter how big your residence and no matter how big your infestation, all it takes is just one treatment and your problem is dead.

The Number One Choice

Exclusive Pest Control is the leading pest control company in the area. Our technicians have years of experience as well as extensive training. Plus, our technicians will always be on time for their scheduled appointments, will always be courteous and have a professional appearance. We’ve been in the pest control industry for years. Our focus is on making you, your home and your family as comfortable and safe as possible.

We can heat one room or a whole structure, depending on the size of the structure to be treated and the severity of the bed bug problem. If you ever need us again, for bed bugs or for any kind of unwanted pests, we are just a phone call away.

Whether it’s a one-time call or a long-term control solution you need, we can be your pest control solution. No matter what kind of pest problem you have, we have the training and experience to deal with it. We will provide you and your family with superior protection, with a customized service plan in place for every customer we service.

Best in the Business

Our techs have years of experience and all the latest training at their disposal, so they know the safest way to get rid of your bed bug problem. They are hired to be trustworthy, will always show up on time to a customer’s residence, and will always have a professional appearance and demeanor. They will always be willing to help you get rid of your pest problem.

For more information about our heat treatment, contact us online or give us a call at (843)461-5169.

Bed Bug Treatments

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Despite the saying, “Good night. Sleep tight. Don’t let the bed bugs bite” no one sleeps tight knowing there’s unwelcome bedfellows. Knowing when to treat for bedbugs (as soon as you see one) is a no-brainer, but there may be more to identifying bed bugs than you know. With proper identification of your target pest being your fastest ticket to effective bed bug treatments, it’s important to rule out other pests that may be posing as bed bugs.

Fleas, Ticks, and Bed Bugs, Oh My!

When inspecting your home to determine if you have bed bugs, there are characteristics of these creepy little pests that distinguish them from similar household pests, such as fleas and ticks.

  • Length: approximately 3/16 to 1/4 inch long, similar in size to an apple seed
  • Brown coloration
  • Flat, oval body when unfed, balloon-like and longer in length after feeding
  • Active mainly at night
  • Sweet, musty odor, especially in large populations
  • Prefers human blood to pets
  • Susceptible to temperature extremes, will die at 113 degrees

Although bed bugs don’t carry diseases, bites from them can cause considerable discomfort and itching, as well as one of the most unsettling feelings known to man. Fleas and ticks on the other hand, can spread various serious or life-threatening diseases.

How to Begin with Bed Bug Treatments

After definitive identification, the first step in treating for bed bugs is inspecting your entire home to assess the size of your bed bug population and where they are the most concentrated. This is done by a professional pest control company for the most thorough inspection to ensure that all bases are covered when treatment is performed.

Although bed bugs are found anywhere within 8 feet of where a person commonly rests or sleeps, their populations can sprawl into other areas of your home. Prominent bed bug havens include:

  • Bed linens, mattresses, box springs
  • Curtains, behind peeling wallpaper
  • In and under carpeting
  • Cracks in wood, such as furniture or hardwood floors
  • Piles of clothing

Heat Treatment for Bed Bugs

There are plenty of home remedies for bed bug treatments floating around the web, from mint leaves to rubbing alcohol, and baking soda to boric acid. You don’t want to rest on your laurels with bed bugs, however. They can rapidly infest your home while you test out ineffective treatments before finding one that really works. Your best bet for killing bed bugs for good is to seek the help of a professional pest control service.

One simple, but innovative method for getting rid of bed bugs is the use of extreme heat and is offered by the best pest control Charleston has to offer. Exclusive Pest Control Charleston provides heat treatments that will kill all the bed bugs Charleston, SC has to offer within hours, as well as their eggs, and can reach into areas that chemicals can’t. Additionally, 95 percent of the time, you won’t need a second treatment and can keep your mattress and furniture with peace of mind. For more information about how to get rid of your bed bugs, contact us to schedule an inspection.

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