As the rainy season approaches in the Caribbean, pest activity significantly increases, especially with mosquitoes and centipedes. Preparing in advance is essential to keep these pests at bay and maintain a comfortable living environment. Here’s how you can easily manage all your pest issues during such problematic weather!
Rainy Season’s Impact on Pest Activity
The rainy season in Aruba, beginning in September and in Bonaire in October creates ideal breeding conditions for many insects and small animals. Stagnant water, for example, becomes an especially attractive breeding ground for mosquitoes, increasing their population.
Mosquitoes are not just a nuisance; since they are known for carrying and transmitting common diseases such as dengue, making them a serious health concern.
On the other hand, the damp environment also attracts giant centipedes (Scolopendra Gigantea) into homes as they seek shelter from the wet conditions. These centipedes are creepy and dangerous due to their painful and venomous bites.
If you want to know more about other pests you might encounter in the Caribbean, check out our article: 2 Most Common Home Pests and How to Deal with Them Properly
Effective Mosquito Control Solutions
Professional Pest Control offers various products and services to combat mosquitoes effectively. Products at our Aruba Drive-thru like the MosquitNO Spray and Mosquito Dunks can significantly reduce mosquito populations around your home. Additionally, our Thermal Fogging and Cold Fogging services effectively eliminate mosquitoes.
Thermal Fogging:
This method involves heating a solution to produce a thick fog that penetrates hard-to-reach areas, killing mosquitoes on contact.
Cold Fogging:
Also known as Ultra Low Volume (ULV) fogging, this method uses cold fog to create a fine mist that disperses quickly, effectively targeting mosquitoes in large areas.
For personal protection, consider using mosquito repellent sprays and installing mosquito nets.
Need more mosquito solutions? Check out our article: Dengue Protection: Essential Mosquito Safety Tips in the Caribbean.
Dealing with Giant Centipedes
The Scolopendra Gigantea can grow quite large and is known for its aggressive nature, making it a threat to children and pets.
Professional Pest Control offers several solutions to keep giant centipedes at bay, including products like Snake-a-Way and Snake Shield; non-harmful granules that you can spread around your property to repel them.
As per expert treatments, we offer our Garden Spray Service, which spreads a plant-safe product around the outdoor areas of your home, where these pests may dwell.
And if you want to upgrade your safety to the entirety of your home, you can always count on our General Clean-out Treatment, our customers’ favorite service for overall pest control maintenance.
Learn more about our pest control options in our article: DIY Pest Control Made Easy with Professional Pest Control NEW Store in Aruba
Why Choose Professional Pest Control?
Professional Pest Control in Aruba brings expertise and reliable solutions to tackle pest issues effectively. Our products and professional services are designed to meet your needs.
Don’t wait until the pests take over this rainy season. Act now and contact Professional Pest Control in advance to schedule your pest control services and ensure a pest-free home in the Caribbean no matter the weather.