Mosquito Control in Houston, TX
Targeted Mosquito Reduction for Houston Yards
Why Mosquitoes Thrive in the Houston Climate
How Professional Mosquito Control Protects Your Family Outdoors
If Houston had an official pest mascot, it would 100% be the mosquito. They’re everywhere — in your backyard, in your garage, outside your front door, probably hanging out in a puddle near the driveway.
Our city’s mix of heat, humidity, standing water, bayous, and year-round warmth makes Houston one of the mosquito capitals of the United States.
But not all mosquitoes are the same — and some are FAR more dangerous than others. Here’s your expert guide to the most common mosquito species in Houston, the risks they pose, and why professional treatment matters.
Most Common Mosquito Species
Yellow Fever Mosquito
Daytime biters that go for the ankles.
Identification & Location
The "VIP Villain" of mosquitoes - small, striped, and highly aggressive.
The Problem
Prefer to bite humans over animals.
Bite all day long, not just at dusk.
Thrive in urban areas (Houston is perfect for them).
Breed in tiny amounts of water such as bottlecaps, gutters, or planters.
Diseases They Can Transmit
Dengue
Zika
Chikungunya
Yellow Fever
Fun (or horrifying) stat
They only need one teaspoon of standing water to reproduce.
Asian Tiger Mosquito
Bold, black, and striped - they try to take over the backyard.
Identification & Location
These are similar to the Yellow Fever mosquito, but their eggs can handle colder temps.
The Problem
Extremely aggressive daytime biters.
Lay eggs in containers, yard debris, and shaded areas.
Very common in Houston areas with lots of trees and foliage.
Diseases They Can Transmit
Dengue
Zika
Chikungunya
Yellow Fever
Fun (or horrifying) stat
Same as Aedes aegypti, but they also bite more animals as well as humans.
Southern House Mosquito
The long-distance runners of Houston mosquitoes.
Identification & Location
They thrive in warm, humid environments — so Houston basically feels like the Four Seasons to them.
The Problem
Primary culprit for nighttime bites.
Breed in polluted water (storm drains, ditches, and bayous, which obviously Houston has a lot of).
Diseases They Can Transmit
West Nile
St. Louis Encephalitis
Fun (or horrifying) stat
They spread rapidly across multi-unit buildings and are harder to eradicate with DIY treatments.
Why Houston has SUCH a Mosquito Problem
Houston has warm weather at least 9 months out of the year.
High moisture levels help larvae survive and speed up hatching.
Bayous, Ditches, Drainage Systems, Construction Sites, and Heavy Rainfall produce tons of standing water.
We also have a lot of wildlife and people for mosquitos to feed on.
Mosquito Breeding Facts Houston Homeowners Should Know
Females lay around 100-300 eggs at a time
Eggs can hatch in 24-48 in warm conditions
Larvae become adults in as little as 7-10 days
One yard can produce thousands of mosquitoes per week
Why You Should Hire a Professional
Adult Treatment
Fogging, misting, and barrier sprays to knock down active swarms.
Site Identification
Finding hidden water in gutters, drains, toys, and landscaping.
Larvicide Application
Treating standing water sources to stop breeding at the source.
Seasonal Maintenance
Consistent protection from March through November.
Why Treating Mosquitoes Quickly is Critical
Unlike other pests, mosquitoes multiply explosively in Houston’s heat and humidity. The longer you wait, the harder they are to control.
Rapid Breeding
Females lay eggs every few days—hundreds in a single cycle.
Eggs can hatch in 24–48 hours in Houston’s warm climate.
A small yard puddle can produce hundreds of adults in a week.
Health & Wellness Risks
Mosquitoes can carry illnesses like West Nile virus.
Continuous biting leads to poor sleep and reduced outdoor comfort.
Children are especially prone to itching, swelling, and infection from scratching.
DIY Failure
Most store-bought sprays only kill active adults, not larvae.
Foggers scatter mosquitoes but don’t stop breeding sites.
Miss one water source, and the entire cycle starts again.
Waiting even a few weeks can turn a minor issue into a full infestation.
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