What can be done about mosquitoes around my NYC home or yard?
The professional approach to mosquitoes in New York City — source reduction plus targeted treatment.
Quick answer: Effective mosquito control starts with source reduction — eliminating the standing water where they breed — combined with targeted treatment of resting areas and, where appropriate, larvicide. New York Exterminating provides mosquito & tick control for NYC yards, patios, and properties.
It starts with standing water
Mosquitoes breed in surprisingly small amounts of standing water — clogged gutters, saucers, tarps, drains, and toys. Removing or treating these breeding sites is the single most effective step, which the CDC and EPA both emphasize.
What professional treatment adds
After source reduction, we treat shaded resting areas (dense foliage, under decks) where adults rest, and use larvicide in water that cannot be drained. For properties with outdoor events or persistent pressure, periodic treatment through the season helps.
Ticks too
Our mosquito & tick service also targets ticks in leaf litter and yard edges — relevant in the outer boroughs and nearby suburbs.
Mosquito control FAQ
How do I reduce mosquitoes naturally?
Dump standing water weekly, clear gutters, and keep grass and brush trimmed — this removes breeding and resting sites.
Does yard spraying work?
Targeted treatment of resting areas helps when paired with source reduction; spraying alone without removing breeding water is short-lived.
Do you treat ticks?
Yes — our service covers ticks in yard edges and leaf litter.
Why New Yorkers choose NYE
Led by an ACE
Overseen by Jorge Bedoya, an Associate Certified Entomologist (ESA).
No contracts
One thorough treatment with an optional 50%-off verification visit.
Elimination, not spraying
Resistance-aware methods that target the source.
Licensed & local
NYSDEC Reg. #15140, all five boroughs since 2010. Bilingual.
Backed by science, not guesswork. Led by Jorge Bedoya, ACE, credentialed by the Entomological Society of America.
Reclaim your yard from mosquitoes.
ACE-led, no contracts, all five boroughs — same-day options. English or Spanish.
Reviewed by Jorge Bedoya, Associate Certified Entomologist (ACE), New York Exterminating. For information only; for advice on your situation, contact a licensed professional.
