Call Us
Licensed Technician
Better Termite & Pest Control brings over 50 years of family-owned expertise to Urbana mosquito control. Our locally operated business has been protecting homes since 1968, and we understand the unique pest challenges facing Urbana.
Our mosquito control programs focus on comprehensive management through detailed property inspection, customized treatment plans, and environmentally conscious products. We use materials like Essentria that have passed through our internal research team – products we’d feel comfortable using in our own homes. Additionally, all our pest control services come with no binding contracts and unlimited callbacks until we achieve the results you expect.
Every effective mosquito treatment starts with a thorough inspection to locate prime breeding sites. Our licensed technicians examine areas with standing water like gutters, bird baths, and old tires, plus identify adult resting zones in shaded areas and dense vegetation.
Our targeted backpack spray applications deliver both adult mosquito knockdown and growth regulators to disrupt the pest lifecycle. We use EPA-registered, reduced-risk products that our research team has thoroughly vetted. Each treatment is applied by trained and licensed professionals who understand local mosquito behavior patterns and effective mosquito control methods.
The In2Care system represents cutting-edge organic mosquito management technology that works alongside traditional spray treatments. These innovative stations are strategically placed in shaded areas where mosquitoes naturally rest during daylight hours.
When mosquitoes enter In2Care stations, they contact a larvicide and beneficial fungus approved by the Environmental Protection Agency. The insects then carry these agents to multiple breeding sites, spreading control throughout the mosquito population. This approach supports mosquito eradication efforts while maintaining environmental responsibility.
The system offers excellent long-term mosquito management benefits and works particularly well for environmentally conscious homeowners. However, it provides slower initial knockdown compared to traditional sprays and carries higher upfront costs.
Our comprehensive tick control program protects against dangerous tick-borne diseases including Lyme disease. We follow CDC and local health district guidelines for optimal protection timing.
March granular applications target overwintered tick populations in wooded edges and transition zones. April through October brings topical sprays along the ecotone – the critical grass-to-woodline transition area where ticks thrive. November receives a final granular treatment to control late-season activity.
This schedule specifically targets periods when disease transmission risk peaks. Our mosquito and ticks protection program addresses both pest types with coordinated treatments that maximize protection while minimizing applications.
Urbana face specific mosquito challenges throughout the warmer months. Common local species include Culex pipiens, which can carry West Nile virus activity, and the aggressive Asian tiger mosquito known for daytime biting.
Local hotspots for standing water include clogged gutter systems, decorative pond areas, and containers around properties. The region also sees seasonal surges of species that can transmit Zika, yellow fever, and dengue. Regular habitat elimination and professional treatments help control these disease vectors effectively.
Our inspection phase identifies both active mosquito zones and potential breeding areas throughout your property. We examine water and vegetation interfaces, stagnant water sources, and prime adult mosquito resting locations.
The initial property assessment covers everything from obvious breeding sites to subtle ecotone areas where mosquitoes thrive. Our customized treatment plan includes targeted spray applications, growth regulator deployment, and habitat reduction recommendations. Control treatment focuses on both immediate population knockdown and lifecycle interruption.
Follow-up visits occur within 7-10 days to evaluate treatment effectiveness. Our control services include seasonal maintenance schedules and unlimited callbacks until we reach your desired baseline. This comprehensive approach ensures consistent control techniques throughout the mosquito season.
Seasonal protection requires adapting control plans to match mosquito lifecycle patterns and activity levels. Our treatment plan adjusts monthly to target the most active species during each period.
Spring treatments focus on eliminating overwintered breeding sites and applying granular larvicide to problem areas. Summer long protection includes monthly backpack sprays targeting adult populations and continued habitat monitoring. Fall treatments provide final population control while homeowners prepare yards to reduce overwintering sites.
Winter planning sessions help homeowners understand year-round protection strategies and mitigation techniques. We also discuss repellent options for immediate personal protection during peak activity periods.
All products we use are EPA‑registered and have passed through our internal research team’s safety review. We use reduced‑risk formulations and application methods that minimize exposure concerns. Each product is one we’d feel comfortable using in our own homes.
We recommend monthly visits during peak season from April through October. Year‑round protection discussions help determine the best schedule for your specific property needs and mosquito pressure levels.
Our control services in Urbana target common species including Culex, Aedes (Asian tiger), and Anopheles mosquitoes. We focus on both adult mosquito knockdown and larvae control to break the reproduction cycle.
Early spring before breeding begins offers the best results. Starting treatments before the warmer months surge allows us to establish control before populations peak in your yard.
In2Care stations operate by attracting mosquitoes to treated surfaces inside the station. The fungus and larvicide transfer to the insects, who then spread these agents to multiple breeding sites, creating long‑term population suppression.
Yes, we provide same‑day or next‑day spray services for outdoor event preparations or sudden population surges. Emergency treatments use fast‑acting adulticides for rapid population reduction.
We treat perimeter areas, foliage, dense brush, standing water sites, and ecotone edges. Our technicians focus on areas where mosquitoes in your yard rest during daylight hours and breeding occurs.
Pricing varies based on terrain complexity, vegetation density, and breeding site numbers. Our licensed technicians provide detailed estimates after completing the initial property inspection and mosquito surveillance.
Professional mosquito control service significantly reduces nuisance biting, mosquito bites, and potential exposure to mosquito‑borne diseases. Most homeowners find the investment worthwhile for reclaiming outdoor living spaces during summer‑long activities.
