Mosquito Control in Salt Lake City
Protecting Families from Mosquito-Borne Illnesses
Summer evenings in Salt Lake City are perfect for barbecues and relaxing on the patio, but nothing ruins the mood faster than the high-pitched whine of a mosquito. These pests are more than just an annoyance; they can drive you indoors and prevent you from enjoying your own property. With the proximity of wetlands and local waterways, mosquito populations in our valley can surge quickly, making professional intervention necessary to maintain a comfortable outdoor environment.
At Pest Pro Pest Control, we are dedicated to helping you take back your yard. Since 2010, our family-owned business has provided safe and effective pest solutions to thousands of Utah neighbors. We prioritize your health and peace of mind, using EPA-registered products that are tough on mosquitoes but safe for your children and pets. We are proud to be an award-winning local company that focuses on results and customer service, never high-pressure sales.
Ready to enjoy your yard? Call us today at (385) 314-4973, or contact us online for professional service.
Why Mosquito Control is Vital in Salt Lake City
While many people view mosquitoes simply as a nuisance that leaves itchy welts, they are actually considered one of the most dangerous animals on the planet due to their ability to transmit diseases. In Salt Lake City and the surrounding areas, the concern is not just about comfort but also about health. The presence of vectors for illnesses such as West Nile Virus makes controlling these populations a public health priority for homeowners.
- Disease Prevention: Mosquitoes are known carriers of West Nile Virus and St. Louis Encephalitis, both of which have been recorded in Utah.
- Allergic Reactions: Many individuals, especially children, suffer from significant swelling and allergic reactions to mosquito bites.
- Pet Health: Mosquitoes can transmit heartworm to dogs and cats, posing a serious risk to your furry family members.
- Outdoor Enjoyment: A heavy infestation renders decks, pools, and gardens unusable during the most beautiful times of the day.
- Sleep Disruption: Mosquitoes entering the home can cause sleepless nights and discomfort for the entire household.
Addressing the mosquito population on your property reduces these risks significantly. It allows you to utilize your outdoor space fully without the constant need for sticky sprays or ineffective candles.
Why Choose Pest Pro Pest Control?
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Family & Pet Friendly Pest Control
We use EPA-registered products and targeted treatment methods designed to protect your family, pets, and home while effectively eliminating pests. Your safety is our top priority.
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Trusted by Thousands
With more than 1,400 five-star Google reviews, multiple Best of SLC awards, Best of Utah, and winner of 2025 Nextdoor Fave, Pest Pro is one of Utah’s highest-rated pest control companies. Homeowners and businesses choose us for reliable results and outstanding service.
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Honest, No-Pressure Service
We never do door-to-door sales or use high-pressure tactics. Our recommendations are based solely on what your home needs, not on sales quotas or gimmicks.
Our Mosquito Barrier Treatment Process
At Pest Pro Pest Control, we employ a comprehensive strategy to drastically reduce the mosquito population on your property. We understand that simply spraying into the air is not enough; effective control requires disrupting the lifecycle of the mosquito. Our approach is designed to create a protective shield around your home in Salt Lake City, targeting adult mosquitoes where they rest and larvae where they breed.
- Property Assessment: We inspect your yard to identify specific breeding grounds, such as standing water, dense vegetation, or drainage issues.
- Larvicide Application: We treat water sources that cannot be drained with biological larvicides to stop eggs from developing into biting adults.
- Barrier Spray: We apply a residual treatment to foliage, fences, and shady areas where adult mosquitoes rest during the heat of the day.
- Pet-Safe Products: We use EPA-registered treatments that dry quickly, allowing your pets and kids to return to the yard shortly after service.
- Recurring Protection: Mosquitoes are persistent, so we offer seasonal plans to re-treat your property regularly, ensuring continuous protection throughout the summer.
We are committed to transparency and effectiveness. We explain our process clearly and ensure you are comfortable with the treatments being used around your home.
The Importance of Professional Service
Many homeowners attempt to battle mosquitoes with DIY methods, such as citronella torches, bug zappers, or store-bought foggers. Unfortunately, these solutions often provide only temporary relief or cover a very small area. Bug zappers, for instance, kill many beneficial insects but relatively few mosquitoes, while citronella relies on wind direction to be even marginally effective.
Professional service offers a level of efficacy that retail products cannot match. Licensed technicians have access to specialized equipment and professional-grade products that bond to vegetation, providing residual protection that lasts for weeks rather than hours. This creates a true barrier that kills mosquitoes on contact when they land to rest.
Moreover, professionals understand the biology of the pest. They know to look for cryptic breeding sites—like clogged gutters or the saucers under potted plants—that a homeowner might overlook. By addressing the source of the population rather than just swatting at the adults, professional control breaks the breeding cycle and lowers the overall population density in your immediate area.
Why Choose Us for Mosquito Control in Salt Lake City
When you hire a company to spray around your home and family, trust is the most important factor. At Pest Pro Pest Control, we have earned that trust through over a decade of consistent, high-quality service. We are not a faceless national chain; we are a local business deeply rooted in the Salt Lake City community, and we treat your yard with the same care we would treat our own.
- Safety is Our Priority: We exclusively use kid- and pet-friendly treatment options. You never have to worry about dangerous chemicals lingering on your lawn.
- Award-Winning Quality: We have been voted "Best of SLC" and "Best of Utah" in 2025, and are a 2025 Nextdoor Fave.
- No Contracts Required: We believe our results should keep you as a customer, not a binding contract. We never use high-pressure sales tactics.
- Highly Rated: We are backed by over 1,400 five-star Google reviews from neighbors who have seen the difference we make.
- Satisfaction Guarantee: We promise to provide you with a pest-free environment. If you are not satisfied, we are committed to making it right.
Choose the team that combines local expertise with professional excellence. Let us handle the mosquitoes so you can enjoy your summer.
Protect your loved ones. Call us today at (385) 314-4973, or contact us online for professional service.
Tips for Reducing Mosquito Breeding Grounds
While professional treatment is the most effective way to control mosquitoes, homeowners can play a crucial role in reducing populations by managing their property. Mosquitoes require standing water to lay their eggs, and they need very little of it—a bottle cap full of water is enough for a female to lay a clutch of eggs. Start by regularly walking through your yard after it rains to dump out water from toys, buckets, birdbaths, and tire swings.
Pay close attention to your gutters. If they are clogged with leaves and debris, they can trap water and become a hidden breeding ground high above the ground. Additionally, keep your lawn mowed and trim back dense bushes or ivy where mosquitoes like to hide during the hot afternoon hours. Increasing airflow and sunlight in your yard makes the environment less hospitable for these moisture-loving pests.
Don't take our word for it, hear it from our customers
Our Reviews
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"We are so pleased we decided to go with Pest Pro."Excellent customer service from Conner yesterday. How refreshing to be able to talk to the people doing the work and get detailed information about the plan to protect our home and yard.- Jayne A.
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"Nothing but courteous and thorough."Pest Pro is an awesome and reliable team we can count on to take care of all of the things we need around the house. Bryce was friendly and took care of a nest starting in our grill (thank goodness he did).- Sara G.
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"Always done a great job for me."The people that come out are knowledge, friendly, and great to work with. Both Conner and Bryce that came to my home recently did a great job. I would recommend them to anyone.- Nate W.
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"Top-notch, super pleasant and very helpful."I love the level of customer service this company provides. It is hard to come by these days. All the techs that come out are top-notch, super pleasant and very helpful. Today, we had Edgar come out and he went the extra mile, as always.- Amy S.
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"The whole experience was wonderful."I had the lovely experience of meeting Bryce Bollinger a tech with Pest Pro. Definitely have trust with Bryce and Pest Pro- Ted C.
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"I will definitely hire Pest Pro again."Wow! Bryce was amazing. He spent so much time locating and removing yellow jacket nests from my deck. This was such a great value and everyone from this company was pleasant and prioritized customer experience.- Maryanne P.
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"Incredibly professional, kind, and knowledgeable!"Very happy with our experience with Pest Pro. Edgar called when he was on his way, did a very thorough job at spraying for spiders, and when he saw wasps on our property he gave a great wasp treatment as well!- Clara D.
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"Very professional and thorough!"Connor did a great job with spraying our house! He was very professional and thorough! And we were able to get an appointment quickly!! We will definitely be using Pest Pro again!- Kierstin A.
