Winter Pest Control Resolutions for 2025 As the new year begins, Nassau and Suffolk County homeowners often focus on home improvements, but winter pest control should also be part of the plan. Many believe that pests disappear in colder months, but winter pests like mosquitos and ticks remain a concern. Taking proactive steps now helps prevent larger infestations in spring...
Do All Ticks Carry Lyme Disease? Protecting Your Family & Pets Ticks are a real concern for Long Island homeowners, especially in Suffolk and Nassau counties. Not every tick carries Lyme disease, but knowing which ones do is key to keeping your family and pets safe. Learning about common myths about ticks and Lyme disease, practical tips to prevent tick...
Do Mosquitoes Die in Winter? Warmer Winters Leading to Year-Long Pest Control Winter tends to be a relief from certain pests, one of which is mosquitoes. However, with warmer winters becoming more common in the Suffolk and Nassau County areas, you might start to notice these bloodsucking bugs sticking around longer than you’re used to. Mosquitoes tend to behave differently...
Ticks & Dogs: The Rising Threat on Long Island & How to Protect Your Pet! As the cold grip of winter loosens, Long Island’s parks, trails, and backyards become active playgrounds for both people and pets. However, warmer temperatures also signal the return of ticks—tiny but dangerous parasites that thrive in our region. For dog owners, tick season is more...
Where Do Mosquitoes Go in the Winter? Understanding Mosquito Habits During Winter As a homeowner who loves spending time outdoors, you might wonder what happens to mosquitoes during the colder months. While these pesky insects dominate the warmer seasons, their activity changes dramatically in winter. Understanding their habits during this time can help you better prepare your property for the...
Heartworm Prevention for Dogs The American Heartworm Society was established in 1974 to fund research for heartworm diagnosis and prevention in dogs. The article below reflects "Prevention" as a key element in keeping your dog and other pets safe. Prevention is not only limited to a prescribed heartworm medication but is recommended to be combined with other measures such...
Do Ticks Jump? Do ticks jump? If this question has been plaguing you, you aren't alone. As you consider the pests that can inhabit your home and the surrounding area, you need a solid understanding of how they can impact you--and how far they can move to get to you. Ticks, with their propensity for spreading disease, are a serious...
When Should I Start Spraying My Yard For Mosquitoes And Ticks? The key to control is to target mosquitoes and ticks before they become active on your property. Homeowners will see the best results when they begin applications between mid-March and April, as this will eliminate overwintering mosquitoes and ticks from properties. On Long Island, the typical spray...
How Long Do Mosquitoes Live? Mosquito Lifespan Explained Mosquitoes are both a nuisance and potential carriers of diseases, making it important to understand their behavior and lifespan. The lifespan of a mosquito is a fascinating thing, and we’re taking a look at that today. Our experts at Mosquito Brothers will also cover the most common species found in Long Island,...
Identifying Ticks: What Do Ticks Look Like? Ticks are tiny little pests that hang out in wooded and grassy places during the spring and summer. Because there are so many species of ticks, you can find them just about anywhere in the United States, and they can even be active during the winter months. Although they're very small, a tick's...