Mosquito Control in Chicago

Mosquito Control Backed by Certification & Over 70 Years of Experience

• Local Experience: As a family-owned company founded in 1948, we have over 70 years of experience managing pest populations in the Chicago climate.
• Entomologist-Guided Training: Our technicians receive training guided by American entomologist Dr. George Rotramel, giving our team a strong foundation in pest biology and control methods.
• Safety-Focused Applications: We use EPA-registered products and prioritize using the minimum amount of pesticide necessary.
• Certified Professionals: Our technicians are certified through the Illinois Department of Public Health, meeting the state’s standards for professional pest control service.
• BBB Rating and Guarantee: We maintain an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau and offer a pest-free guarantee. Ask us about the terms that apply to mosquito service.

Tips for Eliminating Hidden Breeding Grounds

While professional treatments address adult resting areas and active breeding sites, reducing standing water on your property is an important step you can take between service visits. Mosquitoes need very little stagnant water to lay eggs, meaning common backyard items can become breeding sources after a summer rain.

Make it a weekly habit to inspect your yard for hidden water sources:

• Empty and scrub birdbaths, pet water bowls, and wading pools regularly.
• Check discarded tires, children’s toys, wheelbarrows, flowerpot saucers, and sagging tarps or pool covers that collect rainwater unintentionally.

Keeping your landscaping well-maintained also supports mosquito management efforts. Clean gutters thoroughly to ensure proper drainage, since clogged gutters are a common breeding site. Trim back overgrown shrubs, tall grasses, and dense vegetation to reduce the shaded, humid resting areas adult mosquitoes seek out during the day. Household maintenance alone won’t stop mosquitoes entering from neighboring properties, but it reduces the conditions that allow populations to build in your own yard.

Frequently Asked Questions About Mosquito Control

How Often Should My Yard Be Treated for Mosquitoes?

We generally recommend professional applications every three to four weeks throughout the active season. This schedule helps maintain consistent mosquito reduction, targeting new arrivals and interrupting the development of larvae before they become biting adults. Treatment frequency can vary based on weather, mosquito pressure, property conditions, product-label requirements, and your service plan.

Are the Treatments Safe for My Children and Pets?

We use products registered by the Environmental Protection Agency and apply the minimum amount necessary. We ask that children and pets remain out of treated areas until the applied product has dried and the technician confirms it’s appropriate to re-enter, following product-label re-entry requirements.

Will a Single Treatment Eliminate Every Mosquito?

No property-level treatment can eliminate every mosquito, since mosquitoes can move onto a property from surrounding areas. Our targeted approach focuses on meaningful population reduction by addressing both breeding sites and adult resting areas.

Do I Need to Be Home When the Technician Arrives?

You don’t necessarily need to be present for exterior yard treatments, provided our technicians have clear access to your front and back yards. We can explain what was addressed during the visit and answer follow-up questions.

Our IDPH-certified technicians combine targeted treatment, customizable maintenance plans, and practical prevention guidance to manage recurring mosquito activity while minimizing pesticide use.

Call us today at (847) 255-8888, or contact us online to discuss mosquito activity on your property and request an estimate.