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Understanding Mosquito Control in Florida

Florida’s Rainy Season Means Mosquitoes Surge

What Every Homeowner Needs to Know (and Do) Right Now

Florida’s rainy season isn’t just about afternoon storms — it’s the perfect storm for mosquitoes. Warm temperatures, high humidity, and standing water from daily rains create a mosquito breeding frenzy that’s hard to control without a strategic plan.

Mosquito Shield® is the industry leader in proactive mosquito control — and when Florida enters peak breeding season, we go on offense. With expert technicians, professional-grade products, and the fastest responsiveness in the field, we help homeowners reclaim their outdoor space and stay protected all season long.

The Science Behind the Surge

You may not see them — but they’re already here.

Certain mosquito species, including Aedes and Salt Marsh mosquitoes common to Florida, can lay eggs in dry areas just above the waterline — and those eggs can survive for up to a year. All it takes is a single storm to flood the area and trigger a mass hatch.

In June 2025, a Florida Keys Mosquito Control District trap collected over 542,000 mosquitoes in one day, a real-world snapshot of how rapidly these populations can explode.

Florida’s geography — with dense vegetation, coastal marshlands, and year-round warmth — means homeowners here face one of the highest mosquito pressures in the country.

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How Mosquito Shield Protects You

When we say full-service, we mean it. We don’t just “spray and go.”

Our approach is built on science, service, and sustained control, with a strong focus on breaking the mosquito life cycle before it becomes your problem.

✅ Professional-Grade Product Rotation

We skillfully rotate our blends to avoid resistance buildup and knock down mosquitoes at every stage of development — from egg to adult.

✅ Strategic Property Inspections

Our trained techs perform thorough site reviews on every visit to identify hidden breeding spots — from clogged gutters to plant axils to dense shrubbery. We treat the source, not just the symptom.

✅ Increased Application Frequency

During peak season or after storms, we ramp up service proactively. You don’t need to call — unless you want to. Unlimited service calls are built into your plan.

✅ Fastest Response in the Industry

We’re proud to be known for our best-in-class customer responsiveness. This time of the year you may need help between visits, we expect it. Just call or message us and we’re on it

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How Homeowners Can Help

The best mosquito control is a partnership. When you take small steps at home and we handle the heavy lifting, you’ll see the strongest results.

Follow the 3 D’s — From the AMCA (American Mosquito Control Association):

 

  • Drain: Eliminate standing water from any container — even bottle caps can breed mosquitoes.
    • Dump water from tarps, pots, toys, gutters, and old tires
    • Change bird bath water weekly
    • Turn over buckets, boats, and wheelbarrows
    • Plug tree holes and repair leaky hoses/faucets
  • Dress: Wear light-colored, loose-fitting clothing when outdoors — mosquitoes are more attracted to dark colors and can bite through tight weaves.
  • Defend: Use a service like ours to keep breeding populations under control.
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Why It Matters

Mosquitoes aren’t just a nuisance — they’re a serious health risk. Florida has seen increasing activity of mosquito-borne illnesses such as:

  • West Nile Virus
  • Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE)
  • St. Louis Encephalitis
  • Dengue
  • Chikungunya
  • Zika Virus

These diseases are spread by the very species booming during rainy season.

Timing is Everything

Eggs can hatch in as little as 48 hours. Standing water after just one rainstorm can produce thousands of biting mosquitoes on your property in under a week.

Let us get ahead of the cycle — and stay there.

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