Mosquitoes can make a Brisbane backyard hard to enjoy through the warmer months, especially after summer storms. Around Mount Gravatt, homes near the creek lines, the bushland of Toohey Forest and parks with dense shade tend to see the heaviest numbers. Mosquitoes rest during the day in cool, leafy spots and come out around dawn and dusk, which is when most bites happen. If you have a pool, pond or water feature, mention it when you call, as the crew will want to look at those areas too.
The crew we book treats the resting spots rather than the open air. That means dense shrubs, the underside of leaves, fence lines, under decks and around the base of the house. They will also walk the yard looking for water that has been sitting, such as blocked gutters, pot plant saucers, old tyres, buckets and bromeliads, as mosquitoes breed in very small amounts of water.
- Shrubs, hedges and dense garden beds
- Under decks, patios and pergolas
- Fence lines and shaded side paths
- Pot plant saucers and bromeliads
- Blocked gutters and tanks with damaged screens
Treatment reduces numbers for several weeks, but new mosquitoes will fly in from surrounding parks and yards over time, particularly after heavy rain. Tipping out water weekly, keeping gutters clear and making sure rainwater tanks have intact screens helps stretch out the gap between treatments. If you are planning an outdoor event, booking a week or so before gives the treatment time to settle. Children and pets should stay off treated areas until they are dry.
You hear the price before the visit. Call 07 3543 7770 to book mosquito treatment in Mount Gravatt.
