How to Protect Your Family from Mosquito-Borne Illnesses in NC

Mosquitoes in North Carolina aren't just an annoyance. West Nile Virus, Eastern Equine Encephalitis, and La Crosse Virus all circulate in the state, with peak transmission between July and October. Most cases are mild, but severe outcomes happen every year — especially in elderly family members and young children.

Where Salisbury mosquitoes breed

Every cup of standing water is a nursery. Clogged gutters, birdbaths, kiddie pool covers, flowerpot saucers, tarp folds, and even bottle caps in the yard all hold enough water to produce adult mosquitoes within a week. If you have standing water, you have a breeding population.

What to do

Eliminate standing water weekly. Use EPA-approved repellents when outside at dusk and dawn. Keep grass short and trim dense foliage where adult mosquitoes rest during the day. Screens on every window and door — intact and fitted.

When to call us

If mosquito activity is heavy enough that you're changing your family's outdoor habits, the Mosquito Defense System hits both larvae in breeding sites and adults in resting spots. Most homes see a 90%+ reduction in 24–48 hours. Call (980) 643-5392 — first service is $50 off.