The AMC Mosquito backyard guide

Why Do Mosquitoes Seem Worse This Year?

A change in your yard is a reason to investigate, not proof of a citywide surge. Track the conditions that help explain your experience.

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Start with what changed in your yard

More bites at home do not establish that mosquitoes increased everywhere in Atlanta. Check local health reports before assuming it’s a record season.

UGA Extension discusses wet weather and mosquito conditions. Your own yard may also have new places where water collects.

Describe what changed

Think about stored items, drainage work, new landscaping, or a seating area you use more often. Your exposure to the yard may have changed too.

Tell us when you noticed the difference and where it is consistent. A photo of a water-holding item or changed garden bed can help explain the problem.

Use follow-up instead of guesswork

If activity remains a problem between qualifying visits, contact us about re-treatment. We can discuss new conditions before assuming the whole plan needs replacing.

For a new quote, share the address and the spaces you want to use. We’ll check your yard and explain what could help.

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