The mosquito that bites during the day
If mosquitoes bite you in the middle of the afternoon, you are probably dealing with the Asian tiger mosquito: small, black with white stripes, and aggressive. It breeds in small amounts of standing water like flowerpot saucers, clogged gutters, tarps, tires and toys left in the yard.
Because it breeds so close to the house, treating your own yard makes a real difference, even when neighbors do not.
How yard treatments work
A technician walks the property looking for standing water and dumps or treats what can be found. Then they spray the shady places mosquitoes rest during the day: under decks, in shrubs, along fence lines and in tree canopies at reachable height.
Treatments are usually every three to four weeks from spring through fall. Some companies also offer one-time event sprays before a cookout or backyard wedding.
When mosquito season runs in Fayetteville
Mosquitoes become noticeable around April, peak through the hot, wet months of June, July and August, and taper off in October. A warm fall can stretch the season into November. Starting treatments early in spring keeps numbers from building.
What you can do between visits
- Empty anything that holds water at least once a week
- Keep gutters clean so they drain
- Change birdbath and pet water often
- Drill drain holes in tire swings and containers you leave outside
- Keep grass cut and shrubs trimmed back from the house
How it works
- Call the number on this page. Tell us what pests you are seeing and where you live.
- Get connected. Your call goes straight to a licensed pest control company serving Fayetteville.
- Schedule a visit. Set up an inspection or treatment at a time that works for you.
Common questions
How much does mosquito control cost?
In North Carolina, seasonal programs commonly run about $400 to $800 a year, or around $60 to $120 per monthly treatment, depending on yard size.
Is it safe for kids and pets?
Licensed technicians use products labeled for residential yards. Keep kids and pets inside until the spray dries, which usually takes 30 minutes to an hour.
Will it hurt bees?
Good technicians avoid spraying flowering plants and focus on shady resting spots. Mention any pollinator gardens or hives when you call.