Mosquito control & prevention in Western North Carolina
Serving Asheville, Brevard, Cashiers, Hendersonville, Waynesville & Surrounding Areas
If you've stopped using your deck or yard in the evenings because the mosquitoes are too bad, you're not alone.
It's one of the most common complaints we hear from homeowners across WNC, and it's one of the more fixable ones. The right treatment can make a real difference to how much you actually get to use your outdoor space.
Pisgah Pest Control offers professional mosquito treatment and prevention for homeowners across Asheville, Brevard, Hendersonville, Waynesville, and Cashiers. We treat the conditions that allow mosquitoes to breed and build up on your property, not just the ones you can see in the moment.
Ready to take back your yard?
Why mosquitoes are a serious problem in WNC
Western North Carolina's warm summers, high humidity, and abundant natural water sources create near-ideal conditions for mosquitoes. Properties near streams, ponds, or low-lying areas with standing water tend to see the heaviest activity, but any yard with the right conditions can support a significant mosquito population.
Activity typically picks up in late spring and runs through early fall, with the worst periods usually falling in June through August when heat and humidity are at their peak. That covers a big chunk of the outdoor season, which is exactly why professional treatment makes such a difference for homeowners who want to use their outdoor space without being driven back inside.
Why WNC yards are particularly affected
- High seasonal humidity keeps conditions favorable for breeding
- Wooded surroundings and leaf litter hold moisture close to the ground
- Natural water features, streams, and drainage areas are common across the region
- Properties with shaded, low-lying areas retain water longer after rainfall
Where mosquitoes breed on your property
Mosquitoes don't travel far from where they breed. If you're seeing high numbers in your yard, the source is likely closer than you think. They only need a small amount of standing water to lay eggs, and many of the most common breeding spots are easy to miss.
Common mosquito breeding sites
- Clogged gutters holding water after rainfall
- Low spots in the lawn that collect and retain water
- Bird baths, outdoor planters, and decorative containers
- Tarps, patio furniture covers, and anything that holds water in its folds
- Tree holes and hollow stumps
- Children's outdoor toys and play equipment left outside
- Natural areas with slow-moving or still water near the property line
3 simple steps to take your yard back
1) One of our technicians will come out and inspect your property for mosquito habitats
2) They will install the In2Care® Mosquito Traps in the most optimal location on your property.
3) A Pisgah Pest technician will return monthly and maintain the In2Care® Mosquito Traps ingredients.
Monthly mosquito control
Pisgah Pest Control offers Mosquito Prevention services for residential and commercial customers in the Asheville, Brevard, Cashiers, Hendersonville, and Waynesville areas.
Our mosquito prevention and control services are offered as needed ($75/month) or included in our monthly HomeSafe Care Premium Program.
Because mosquitoes are prevalent in Western North Carolina, you need the local experts to help keep them where they belong.
- Effectively controls mosquitoes
- Green innovation - reduced use of chemicals
- Does not target plants or beneficial insects such as bees or butterflies
- Gives 24 hours / day protection
- Pet-friendly
Frequently asked questions
How long does professional mosquito treatment last?
Most treatments provide effective control for three to four weeks, which is why regular seasonal visits through a service plan tend to give the best results. Results can vary depending on rainfall, vegetation density, and the size of the property.
Do mosquito treatments affect bees or other beneficial insects?
Our technicians apply treatments specifically to vegetation and shaded resting areas rather than open flowering plants, which significantly reduces any impact on pollinators. We're mindful of this and will always target treatment appropriately.
Can I get rid of mosquitoes without professional treatment?
Removing standing water and keeping vegetation trimmed helps reduce activity, and these are good steps to take regardless. Consumer sprays and devices offer limited short-term relief. For a meaningful, sustained reduction in mosquito numbers through the season, professional treatment makes a significant difference.
Year-Round Protection for Your Home
HomeSafe plans
Choose the level of protection that's right for your family. All plans include recurring service visits and our satisfaction guarantee.
HomeSafe Basic
Essential year-round coverage
- Mice & Rats
- Spiders & Fleas
- Household & Carpenter Ants
- Hornets, Wasps & Yellow Jackets
- Cockroaches
- Stored Product Pests
- Termites
- Mosquito Control
- Ladybugs & Stinkbugs
- Carpenter Bees
HomeSafe Plus
Covers Sentricon® termite monitoring & maintenance
- Mice & Rats
- Spiders & Fleas
- Household & Carpenter Ants
- Hornets, Wasps & Yellow Jackets
- Cockroaches
- Stored Product Pests
- Termites (Sentricon® Maintenance)
- Ladybugs & Stinkbugs
- Mosquito Control
- Carpenter Bees
HomeSafe Premium
Complete whole-home protection
- Mice & Rats
- Spiders & Fleas
- Household & Carpenter Ants
- Hornets, Wasps & Yellow Jackets
- Cockroaches
- Stored Product Pests
- Termites (Sentricon® Maintenance)
- Ladybugs & Stinkbugs
- Mosquito Control
- Carpenter Bees
- Initial visits may be subject to an upcharge
- Sentricon Termite Baiting System has a one time installation fee
- Prices based on house 5000 sq. ft. or less, must call over 5000 sq. ft. for pricing
If problems with covered pests listed on your contract arise between services, we will return at no charge