Mosquito Control Service in Long Island, NY
Your Local Mosquito Exterminators
Serving Nassau County | Suffolk County | Queens
Fed up with relentless mosquitoes? Eliminating them effectively requires a deep understanding of their behavior, turning it into your strategic advantage. Mosquitoes rank among the most dangerous insects, notorious for transmitting diseases such as malaria, dengue, West Nile, and yellow fever. That's why EM Pest Control is your go-to solution for professional mosquito control and comprehensive yard protection plan, ensuring the safety of your home and family.
Schedule Inspection
Call EM Pest Control today for a free inspection: (516) 455-6742 or (516) 491-2768
Mosquito Treatment
After a thorough inspection, a certified technician will provide a customized termite control treatment based on their findings.
Monthly Visits
Each service provides a detailed report and helpful tips to keep not only mosquitoes, but other pests away. We return monthly during mosquito season, increasing protection with every visit.
Common Mosquitoes In Long Island
Mosquitoes, despite their small size, are considered some of the most dangerous pest in the world due to their ability to transmit deadly diseases such as malaria, dengue fever, and Zika virus. These tiny insects become particularly troublesome during the warm months when they thrive in the heat and humidity, multiplying rapidly and becoming a significant nuisance.
Their presence can turn any outdoor activity or gathering into an uncomfortable experience, as their persistent buzzing and biting can drive people indoors, disrupting barbecues, picnics, and evening strolls. The threat they pose is not just limited to discomfort, but also to public health, making them a formidable adversary in many regions across the globe.
There are over 3,500 species of mosquitoes globally, but there are only 2 found throughout Long Island: The Asian Tiger Mosquito and Culex Mosquito.
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The Asian tiger mosquito (Aedes albopictus) is a strikingly distinctive insect, easily recognized by its black and white striped body and legs. The Asian tiger mosquito is not just a nuisance; it is a vector for diseases such as Dengue Fever, Chikungunya, and Zika Virus.
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Active Times: Unlike many mosquito species, Asian tiger mosquitoes are active during the day.
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Habitat: They thrive in urban environments and lay eggs in containers that collect water.
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Culex mosquitoes, also known as common house mosquitoes, are widespread pests known for their role in transmitting diseases like Lymphatic Filariasis, West Nile Virus and St. Louis Encephalitis. They thrive in urban areas and breed in stagnant water sources such as ponds, clogged gutters, bird baths, marshes, and storm drains.
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Appearance: Gray with white, silver, green, or iridescent blue scales.
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Behavior: Active at dawn and dusk; females bite humans and animals for blood, while males feed on plant nectar.
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Habitat: Warm and wet environments, particularly in urban settings.
Learn About Our Protection Plans
Home Protection Plan
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Protects from common pests and rodents in your home
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Interior and exterior treatment
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Year-round coverage
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Quarterly treatments
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Quarterly billing
- If pest come back, so do we at no additional cost
Yard Protection Plan
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Controls mosquitoes, ants, ticks, and fleas in your yard
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Seasonal coverage (from April-October)
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Monthly treatments
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Monthly billing
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Customizable pricing for yard size and pests treated
Termite Control Plan
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Defends your home from termite infestations
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Property inspection for termite activity
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Trelona ATBS Installation around your home
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Elimination and prevention of termite colonies
- Installment plans available
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Yearly bait refill and reinspection
FAQs on Mosquitoes
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), "the mosquito is the world's deadliest animal. It kills more people than any creature in the world." Throughout Long Island, mosquitoes spread the following diseases that can make people and our pets' sick:
- Cache Valley
- Chikungunya
- Dengue
- Eastern Equine Encephalitis
- Jamestown Canyon
- Japanese Encephalitis
- Rift Valley Fever
- Ross River
- St. Louis Encephalitis
- Usutu
- West Nile
- Western Equine Encephalitis
- Yellow Fever
- Zika
While not every encounter with mosquitoes will lead to being infected with a disease, the possibility is there, so reducing and preventing an infestation is important.
Mosquitoes lay their eggs in stagnant water. Common breeding sites include:
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Ponds
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Birdbaths
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Clogged gutters
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Old tires
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Flowerpot saucers
Eliminating standing water around your home can significantly reduce mosquito populations.
The lifespan of a mosquito varies by species. Most adult mosquitoes live for about 2-3 weeks, but some species can survive for several months under the right conditions.
Mosquitoes are attracted to certain factors, including:
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Body heat
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Stagnant Water
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Carbon dioxide exhaled during breathing
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Sweat and body odor
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Dark-colored clothing
Mosquitoes are primarily active at dawn and dusk, though their peak activity times can differ depending on the species and environmental conditions like temperature and humidity. They become active when temperatures are above 50 degrees Fahrenheit, but they flourish when it's above 75 degrees. Extremely hot conditions without humidity can lead to mosquitoes drying out and dying.
Controlling mosquitoes' numbers is best done with the help of an experienced professional. Here are the following tips that will help make your property less attractive to mosquitoes.
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Reduce the damp soil around your yard by making sure gutters and downspouts are clean and directing rainwater away from the perimeter of your home or business.
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Cut back shrubs and bushes from your home's exterior to allow the sun to hit the soil and keep it dry.
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Keep your property's grass cut short, again reducing excess moisture.
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Remove unnecessary landscaping ties, woodpiles, and rockpiles from your property.
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Use insect repellents containing DEET, picaridin, or oil of lemon eucalyptus.
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Wear long sleeves and pants, especially during dawn and dusk when mosquitoes are most active.
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Install screens on windows and doors to keep mosquitoes out of your home
Frequent bites, visible swarms, and an abundance of larvae in standing water are clear indicators of a mosquito problem.
Most mosquitoes die off in colder months, but some species lay eggs that can survive winter and hatch in spring.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), "the mosquito is the world's deadliest animal. It kills more people than any creature in the world." Throughout Long Island, mosquitoes spread the following diseases that can make people and our pets' sick:
- Cache Valley
- Chikungunya
- Dengue
- Eastern Equine Encephalitis
- Jamestown Canyon
- Japanese Encephalitis
- Rift Valley Fever
- Ross River
- St. Louis Encephalitis
- Usutu
- West Nile
- Western Equine Encephalitis
- Yellow Fever
- Zika
While not every encounter with mosquitoes will lead to being infected with a disease, the possibility is there, so reducing and preventing an infestation is important.
Mosquitoes lay their eggs in stagnant water. Common breeding sites include:
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Ponds
-
Birdbaths
-
Clogged gutters
-
Old tires
-
Flowerpot saucers
Eliminating standing water around your home can significantly reduce mosquito populations.
The lifespan of a mosquito varies by species. Most adult mosquitoes live for about 2-3 weeks, but some species can survive for several months under the right conditions.
Mosquitoes are attracted to certain factors, including:
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Body heat
-
Stagnant Water
-
Carbon dioxide exhaled during breathing
-
Sweat and body odor
-
Dark-colored clothing
Mosquitoes are primarily active at dawn and dusk, though their peak activity times can differ depending on the species and environmental conditions like temperature and humidity. They become active when temperatures are above 50 degrees Fahrenheit, but they flourish when it's above 75 degrees. Extremely hot conditions without humidity can lead to mosquitoes drying out and dying.
Controlling mosquitoes' numbers is best done with the help of an experienced professional. Here are the following tips that will help make your property less attractive to mosquitoes.
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Reduce the damp soil around your yard by making sure gutters and downspouts are clean and directing rainwater away from the perimeter of your home or business.
-
Cut back shrubs and bushes from your home's exterior to allow the sun to hit the soil and keep it dry.
-
Keep your property's grass cut short, again reducing excess moisture.
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Remove unnecessary landscaping ties, woodpiles, and rockpiles from your property.
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Use insect repellents containing DEET, picaridin, or oil of lemon eucalyptus.
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Wear long sleeves and pants, especially during dawn and dusk when mosquitoes are most active.
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Install screens on windows and doors to keep mosquitoes out of your home
Frequent bites, visible swarms, and an abundance of larvae in standing water are clear indicators of a mosquito problem.
Most mosquitoes die off in colder months, but some species lay eggs that can survive winter and hatch in spring.
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For extra protection, our technicians will install the In2Care Mosquito Station. This trap lures mosquitoes in and contaminates them with a special slow killing larvicide. This allows the infected mosquitoes to spread the larvicide throughout other breeding grounds so that they aren't just killed inside the trap, but also in surrounding areas.
Patricia W.
"Thank you so much. This company has done a phenomenal job serving my home. Getting ready to use them again. Wonderful service. I have not had great mosquitoes since using this company as in the past with them. Thank you so much Devin. An expert in what he does."
William S.
"Excellent communication and service. Thorough inspection and evaluation of our perpetual pest problem. Professionally handled the situation with efficacy and smart suggestions to avoid future incidents. Thank you, Eric and Devin!"
Dianne A.
"EM Pest Control handled our termite problem and pesty basement crickets. We have never had a problem since they have been to our home. They regularly check our bait stations. We have a very reasonable contract with them. We have much better service now than when we had service with the popular pest control companies."
Arelethia L.
"Knowledgeable, thorough and effective. Their staff is professional, efficient and educates customer to get the best results. I highly recommend EM Pest Control."
Jeff B.
"Great service. The rep was courtesy knowledgeable and got the job done on the 1st visit."
Jumedia B.
"I had an infestation of roaches and ants. With one treatment both were contained. I have EM Pest Control come monthly and I no longer have a roach or ant problem. They are very responsive and professional. Would recommend them to anyone."
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